Exterior cladding materials has evolved quite a lot over the past decade. Wood cladding has increased in popularity in recent times as a great sustainable alternative to traditional materials. Wood cladding can give a home an instant style update. This practical, sustainable external finish is available in a wide variety of species, grades and profiles to suit the exact wall cladding design vision.
Fibre cement sheeting is a popular choice for builders because it is simple to install. It has various advantages such as it is weather-proof and resistant to water. On being installed correctly works as an effective termite barrier. It helps keep the house cool on warm days and is a low maintenance material.
Ceramic tiles have been used for wall cladding design since ancient Egyptian times. In more recent times, terracotta rain-screen cladding and brick slip systems are popular choices for construction projects. Ceramic rain-screen cladding systems are particularly good at protecting the structure of the building from the elements whilst having a nice finish. Metal claddings are a great supplement to wall cladding design providing that modern, industrial look and feel. It is also very useful for incorporating bold colours into the project.
Innovative tone cladding systems that simply slot together have been developed to make stone cladding practical and cost-effective. Stone cladding brings a level of detail and heritage with it that is truly unique. Precast concrete cladding is formed by off-site by manufacturing precast concrete panels. These panels can be used for a wide in a wide range of applications. Besides its structural benefits, concrete cladding can be a great way to incorporate sculptured shapes into the exterior cladding design project.
