​Fiber-reinforced plastics have long been considered a go-to wall paneling material for high-moisture commercial environments. In recent times, business owners have discovered the FRP’s post-installation issues that quickly outweigh the initial cost savings. John Brown, a Houston resident, opened a high-volume car wash facility, Apex Auto Wash. He initially opted for FRP panels to seal the car wash bays from impacts. Within 18 months of installation, the walls began telling a very different story.