7 Types of Cladding

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Types of Cladding
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What is Cladding

• The term 'cladding' refers to components that are
  attached to the primary structure of a building
  to form non-structural, external surfaces
• Cladding is an exterior finishing system akin to
  a skin or an additional non-load bearing layer
  which serves a dual purpose.

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What is the function of Cladding?

• Used for protecting the interiors of the house
  from the harsh weather elements and for a
  decorative exterior
• Improving the aesthetic appeal
• Extremely quick to install when done by
  professionals,
• Exceptionally durable and robust and can last for
  a very long time
• Can last for an exceptionally long time depending
  on the quality of materials and weather the house
  endures in a typical year
• Cladding is generally attached to the structure
  of the building but it does not contribute to its
  structural stability
• Cladding is used for transferring wind loads,
  impact loads, snow loads and its own self-weight
  back to the structural framework.

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What Cladding to Choose?
The nature of cladding selected for a particular
building will depend on considerations such as

• How the building is going to be used
• Internal and external conditions
• Durability
• Local context
• Planning requirements
• Building regulations requirements.

• Appearance
• Availability
• Budget
• Maintenance requirements
• Structural requirements

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Types of Cladding

• Stone
• Wood
• uPVC
• Tile
• Glass
• Aluminum
• Ceramic

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Stone Cladding

• Stone cladding helps create a natural stone look
  while bringing in a touch of style and elegance
  to your walls
• Stone cladding uses thin layers of natural or
  faux stone to lend your home a brilliant earthy
  and rustic look
• Stone cladding panels are extremely easy to
  install, virtually maintenance free and
  gracefully ages with time

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Wood Cladding

• Helps create a highly distinctive character as
  nothing beats the look of real wood while
  blending well with any décor
• Extremely durable and highly energy efficient
  owing to its insulation properties

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uPVC Cladding

• uPVC cladding helps add a different dimension to
  your home and requires absolutely zero
  maintenance
• Not only suits every kind of home but also not
  prone to severe damage by weather elements
• Economical and easy to install

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Tile Cladding

• Comes in the form of a panel or tile suited for
  both exteriors and interiors of your house
• Incredibly durable and long lasting
• Act as great insulators thus proving to be energy
  efficient as well.

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Glass Cladding

• Glass claddings help transform your building
  exteriors and offer a gamut of customization and
  design options
• Glass always impresses and this cladding is
  available in wide range of tempered, laminated,
  curved and enameled options while being cost
  effective and economical

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Ceramic Cladding

• Requires very little maintenance while possessing
  a superior resistance to chemical and atmospheric
  attacks from pollution, acid rain and smog
• Its innovative design and durability also
  facilitate greater versatility in terms of tile
  size and arrangements

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