What is Cladding?

Cladding is an exterior finishing system meant to protect the underlying structure (like a home) and provide an aesthetically appealing finish.
It is the application of one material over another to provide a skin or layer intended to control the infiltration of weather elements. Usually this term has different meaning depending on the materials used and the accepted standard in each industry.
There are many different types of wall cladding; external wall cladding, building cladding, exterior walls materials etc.

Cladding, often referred to as panelling is more commonly applied to the exterior walls of a building but it can also be installed inside a home especially in wet areas like a bathroom or kitchen.
Cladding can provide additional weatherproofing and ventilation. External cladding will provide an added or extra layer of protection from the weather and fluctuating temperatures which can otherwise cause warping and deterioration. And even dampness.

The types of Cladding:

Weatherboard Cladding:

Weatherboards are usually made from reconstituted hardwood or timber that can be painted or stained however you would like them to be. They can be fixed to all kinds of underlying material such a brick.
The slight downside is that weatherboard requires ongoing maintenance to stay in a good condition.

Brick Cladding:

Bricks are easy to work with. They are a good insulator while being lightweight. You can create various looks with different coloured bricks in a cladding system.

Stone Cladding:

Stone cladding is comprised of thin layers of natural or simulated stone on the exterior of buildings or homes. Stone cladding can make a building look more natural and earthy.

Metal Cladding:

Metal cladding is long lasting, durable, lightweight and strong.

Now you know the different types of cladding, be sure to call on us if you need your cladding repaired.

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What you need to know about Wall Cladding?

Wall Cladding covers a wide range of processes relating to adding protecting layering to building exteriors to prevent damage from weather and other elements. The process mostly requires a non-structural material that helps safeguard building frontages while adding beauty to the architecture. As such, wall cladding materials encompass a variety of building materials that have been processed to tolerate extreme external conditions (temperature, moisture, wind, etc) and protect the main surface from damage. While wall cladding is mostly related to external surfaces, in some cases, it is also used for internal strength and beautification.

Wall cladding brings about a stain resistant, even/smooth, and clean and gap free surfaces.

Need for wall cladding repair

Your home and office is one of your main defenses against natural elements, heat loss, moisture penetration and even disease control. As such, even a small leak can bring about dangerous health problems for anyone in the home. Even repairs can be costly when it relates to plumbing defects and wiring issues. Wall cladding is a proactive solution advised by all experienced builders and decorators. With time, any type of wall can be exposed to several harmful elements and in most cases; it would leave behind damages that affect the very reason for building a home/office. Wall cladding makes the exterior surface extremely durable and keeping the household clean and easy to maintain.

People go for several types of wall cladding repairs depending on their needs and budgets. The most common options are plastic wall cladding, metal wall cladding, varnish wall cladding and even wood wall cladding. However, composite materials are more popular among home owners. Cladding ensures that you would never have to rebuild/repair the original building blocks of your premises. Depending on the material used and the external environment, cladding repairs are quite a rare requisite. However, in case you need to repair cladding, it is also a cheaper and safer alternative.

Being a non-structural process, wall cladding never impacts the building’s integrity of stability. Mostly, it is a permanent process that facilitates waterproofing and insulation. Also called “facing”, many people also use wall cladding primarily for beautification of the outdoors and giving a unique look to the surface. Further, cladding is fairly easy to install but howsoever should be done by an expert. A proper cladding takes into account all gaps, corners and leaves no surface exposed to the outer environment.

Some maintenance tips

While wall cladding with themselves help keep the weather away, there are also open to damage, oxidation, deterioration, discoloration and fading. The damages often start with the aesthetics and if left unnoticed and unrepaired will go on to affect the wall itself. Cladding repair range from the extent of applying another extra layer/coat or stripping off the original cladding and installing a new one. Depending on how carefully and tactfully the cladding had been installed it takes time for the first surface blemished to appear. The later you take care of it, the more expensive it will become.

With the climate becoming more turbulent every year, it is highly recommended that people go for wall cladding their homes, offices and commercial premises. A building is made for a lifetime and only a little more expense can maintain you as you would have desired. Check out the several alternatives and opt for one if you haven’t already.