The cladding of the house is decorative. How to decorate the facade of the house: Combining practicality with aesthetics
A building that is approaching the final stage of construction - the choice of the facade of the house, needs two main points: protection from adverse influences from external influences on the structure and decoration of the house, on which it depends on what style it will be attributed to.
Ventilated façade system with ceramic granite cladding. The cladding of the facade of a private house can be done as follows (indicating the prices for the work and the cost of the material):
- ventilated facades - the cost of work is within 1200-1300r / m 2;
- siding trim - cost from 400r / m 2; with cladding and waterproofing about 9000r / m 2; material cost - 120 - 500r / sq.m;
- brick finish - the cost of work will be from 550r / m 2; material cost - from 1000 to 4000r / sq.m;
- stone or tiles - cost from 1300 to 2200r / m 2; clinker tiles - 3300r / m 2; natural stone - 4400r / m 2; material cost - 1000 - 1200r / sq.m;
- plaster finishing - cost from 500 to 1800r / m 2; material cost - from 60 to 300r / sq.m;
- coloration - the cost of work from 150r / m 2.
Any of these methods needs preliminary preparation before the main surface work and has its own individual qualities. The main thing that needs to be highlighted in addition to technological subtleties is the type of material for cladding and the quality of the wall.
Ventilated façade system with natural stone cladding. Facade construction is simple: cladding material (aluminum sheets or tiles) and substructure. An air cushion is formed between them. In addition, a heat-insulating layer is often made between the cladding surface and the wall, then the "pillow" is located between the thermal insulation and the cladding.
The advantages of this cladding
- use in areas of increased seismic hazard;
- durability (from 20 to 50 years);
- the load-bearing wall does not need to be leveled in advance;
- the installation is quick, since the installation is all-season due to the absence of "wet" works;
- economy on heating, since the thermal insulation of this method is effective;
- sound insulation increased several times;
- resistance to adverse weather events.
Tiled ventilated façade system. The main part is considered to be a layer of insulation - it must be resistant to weathering, have high vapor permeability and withstand sudden temperature changes. The most suitable option for thermal insulation is based on stone wool. Slabs, which are based on rocks of the basalt group, have dimensional stability, non-combustibility, high thermal insulation and durability. Fastening of such facades takes place on a load-bearing wall, both made of concrete and bricks. The subcladding structure consists of brackets attached to the load-bearing wall and load-bearing profiles, which are sequentially attached to the brackets. With the help of fasteners, sheets for cladding are installed, and at the end the insulation is fixed using profiles or dowels.
The ventilated curtain walls are not only visually attractive, but also functional. With the help of such facades, the general appearance of buildings in a certain architectural style is preserved or can be changed.
Harsh climatic conditions are not terrible for ventilated facades, unlike other types of cladding, which have a short service life. Despite the cost of hinged systems, saving on heating allows you to recoup all costs. The big positive side of such a facade is that there is no need for repairs..
Finishing the facade of a private house with siding
PVC sheathing (vinyl analogue to wood) is known to the world for no more than half a century, which was enough to assess its feasibility, but wooden siding has been known for a long time.
PVC siding. PVC siding
The advantages of this method are as follows:
- the protective screen is formed by vinyl siding. Since it is ventilated, there is no excess moisture and there is an opportunity for the walls to "breathe";
- the screen is easy to clean;
- does not burn, but can melt. When melted, harmful compounds are released, which is why this method is considered environmentally hazardous;
- durable, so an old-style house can be easily modernized.
The durability and ability not to fade in the sun will already depend on the manufacturer.
Despite all the cheapness of the vinyl sheathing itself, the auxiliary materials are expensive. After measuring the building and calculating the materials, one can only judge the final price of the siding. The most basic rule is adherence to technology during installation. In order that the facade does not have to be redone and does not warp, it is necessary to calculate the expansion-contraction of the PVC panel.
Metal siding with a coating that reproduces the texture of natural wood. Metal siding
It is the most resistant to mechanical influences, unpretentious and durable, fire resistant. Consists of galvanized steel and polymer-coated.
Several disadvantages: there is little choice in texture and color scheme.
Metal siding conducts current (this is controlled by grounding), and this allows you to avoid the penetration of radio-magnetic waves inside - a protective screen appears at the house, but mobile communication is poorly caught.
Wooden siding. Wood siding
The cost of the tree is not small, which increases the social status of the owner. The appearance of such a house is unrivaled, although the durability is not top notch. Using new technologies, it is possible to create such wood that will last longer than usual. Wood that has undergone pressure treatment (impregnation process) increases the density of the wood, therefore, the resistance to adverse influences increases.
Facade decoration with brickwork. Facade decoration with brickwork
Often, brick cladding is a pre-calculated version of the facade of a private house. Brick has always been considered the epitome of respectability.
If the building has already been built, for example, of wood, then when covering the facade with bricks, one should not forget about the ventilation system, since the wood can quickly deteriorate due to condensation.
Also, thermal insulation properties will not arise due to such a sheathing, if the gaps are not well filled with liquid foam. The best option would be insulation with basalt slabs or mineral wool.
When making brickwork, one should not forget about the foundation with waterproofing.
Whatever the old wall is made of, it should be connected to the new masonry with flexible ties at the rate of about 7 pieces per m2. In height, duplicated masonry should be no more than 7m with a pediment (without - 5m). Otherwise, stability, like strength, will be weak.
Decorative elements, as well as a combination of brick color solutions, will look positive on a monotonous smooth wall.
Facade tiling. Tiling the facade of a private house
Although the design is simple, the execution requires special scrupulousness and adherence to the installation technology. Also, such a facade is quite expensive.
For the successful construction of a tile facade, it is necessary that the masonry walls sit down. Each type of tile has its own individual adhesive. Tiles can be clinker, ceramic, cement-sand based, artificial or natural stone. Facade tiles must be designed for outdoor work.
This type of cladding is made for a long time, because it is not only spectacular, but also capable of turning a boring house into an architectural masterpiece.
Walls that have been insulated can be clad in this way only if the ventilated facade was sheathed after a magnesite slab or OSB. The thickness and method of fastening depends on the load. Tiling of a ventilated brick facade is allowed.
Consider grouting if you have a brick or chopped stone tile. The gaps need to be left from 5mm, and the color of the grout can decorate the cladding. Also, larger tile options are suitable for basement cladding than for walls. Thus, the house will look more stable and grandiose. And the upper edges must be protected with a cornice and a visor from moisture.
Clinker cladding of ventilated facades
Collection "Glaze"
"Snow peak" "Coconut grove" "Sea foam"
"Sunset" "Morning dew" "Basalt"
"Nut" "Granite" "Wet sand"
"The Cherry Orchard" "Lunar Eclipse" "Savannah"
"Rocky Coast" "Caramel" "Honey"
"Malachite" "Iceberg" "Wheat"
"White cloud"
Collection "Natura"
"Europe" "Africa" "America"
"Asia"
Plastering of the house.
The plaster facade is called "wet", as it includes wet works in the process. Plaster takes 2 to 4 weeks of work.
Mineral plaster. Mineral plaster
The most popular cladding due to its low cost. It has weak plasticity and is short-lived. This does not apply to the disadvantages, since the price and environmental properties overlap the previous qualities. The walls are quite capable of "breathing", and the house can be ventilated by the usual method.
Mineral plaster is most often used for walls made of breathable material and insulated with mineral wool or basalt slabs. Such a facade is inappropriate near a railway and a motorway, because of the vibration, destruction of the coating can occur.
Operation on average is about 10 years. It is undesirable to apply on newly built houses (except for frame houses), you need to shrink the house.
Decorative silicate plaster. Silicate plaster
One of the best finishes for the facade of a private house. It is flexible and air-permeable, has antistatic properties, and therefore does not collect dust.
Considering the cost of the material, this is one of the most expensive "wet" claddings. Installation work is also considered expensive. In operation, a facade made of silicate plaster can serve for 20-25 years.
Thin-layer acrylic plaster (coat type). Acrylic plaster
Despite all its plasticity and moisture resistance, the protective film that forms on it does not allow the house to breathe. If the house is located near a railway and other places where there is strong vibration, then acrylic plaster is just right. Also, if the walls are insulated with foam glass or expanded polystyrene. It absorbs dust, so it is not used near highways. It is necessary to install additional ventilation in the house. Acrylic plaster is strong enough and its service life will be 15-20 years.
Silicone plaster. Silicone plaster
The most common wet cladding. It is elastic, "breathable", only it does not absorb chemicals and salts. If the correct application technique is followed, then the appearance, durability and strength will be good, even on a highway. Serves up to 25 years.
Calculation of the cost of the facade of a private house
- material for 1kg (if plaster) or 1 sq.m. (if brick, siding, block house, ceramic tiles);
- insulation required for a specific area of the facade;
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The variety of finishing options is dictated not only by the need to decorate the wall structures, but also to protect the wall material from external environmental influences.
Ordinary brick, cinder block, aerated concrete, foam and gypsum blocks have either low decorative qualities or poor resistance to any atmospheric precipitation, wind and temperature extremes. Even such a material as silicate brick, which has an attractive and reliable appearance, is inferior to its facing counterpart in most indicators.
This is a kind of lining, the front surface of which imitates a rounded log. Economical and environmentally friendly material.
Finishing with a block house or imitation of a bar is best done on a double wooden crate. The first is for laying insulation, the second is for creating a ventilated gap and installing the cladding. Ventilation is needed not only for mineral wool, but also for wood. In addition, each panel must be treated from the inside (to protect it from rot and insects) and also from the outside (to protect it from precipitation).
It is used for wall decoration with low vapor permeability. Insulation plates (polystyrene, extruded polystyrene foam) are fixed with an adhesive solution and fixed with dowels.
A reinforcing fiberglass mesh is mounted on top and thrown into it with a solution (this is necessary in order to avoid cracks at the joints of the insulation plates). The top layer is rubbed, and after it dries, facade plaster is laid on it, which is then primed and painted with paints for outdoor use.
Siding
Literally from English "siding" - "outer siding". One of the leading materials used in housing construction.
Installation of siding is extremely simple and installation usually takes place at a high pace of work.
A supporting frame (lathing) is required, which can be arranged, for example, from a metal profile or a wooden bar. Foam plastic with a thickness of at least 20-40 mm is used as a heater.
The use of such insulation as mineral wool, due to its ability to absorb atmospheric moisture, requires the creation of an air gap.
Siding types:
Vinyl
Gives the building a finished, aesthetic look. Inexpensive, durable and elastic material. Before using, we advise you to weigh the pros and cons based on incl. for environmental and fire reasons.
It is also advisable to inquire about the performance characteristics of the products of the selected manufacturer before purchasing. Cases of swelling, warping, cracking, increased fragility in winter, and uneven spotting in summer have been reported.
The author of this article has worked with the Polish siding brand ROYAL and Tecos (jointly Belgium-Russia). For two years, the panels on the south side were burned out, which is generally uncritical. There are no complaints about the mechanical characteristics.
Steel
The increased cost relative to vinyl and the need for additional costs for anti-corrosion treatment make it somewhat difficult to use metal siding for finishing private buildings.
However, some owners still opt for a more solid "metal" version. Steel siding complies with fire safety requirements and can be used incl. for finishing fire hazardous facilities.
A time-tested finishing material (first used in Europe over 100 years ago). Durable, fireproof, not afraid of moisture and biological corrosion.
More recently, it was in the shadow of its vinyl counterpart, but the domestic consumer could not pass by the material on the traditionally favorite cement base.
On some Internet sites, you can still find outdated information today. that fiber cement siding is not in demand in the field of private construction and is hazardous to health. The fact is that earlier in production, asbestos was used, which can really threaten health. Today this component is excluded from the technological cycle and its function is performed by harmless cellulose.
Cement siding looks impeccable, in addition, it can be painted after installation, which allows the owner of a country house to use unlimited color options.
Some manufacturers give a guarantee for this type of product for up to 50 years!
Wooden, in common people "Canadian" siding
Not afraid of Russian frosts and looks amazing!
Eco-friendly, aesthetic and dear to the heart material, perhaps not in need of introduction. Unfortunately, this excellent coating retains all the imperfections of wood and therefore the service life is not its strongest point. It is relatively expensive, less flexible and therefore requires increased accuracy during installation and maintenance during operation.
Facade thermal insulation panels (Thermopanels)
A relatively young, but trusted method of insulation and decorative finishing of the facade is widely used both in the countries of the European Union and in Russia in accordance with the new, more stringent norms of SNiP No. 23.02.2003 "Thermal protection of buildings".
It is a lightweight but durable panel made on the basis of polystyrene, extruded polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam that provides excellent heat capacity. The technology provides for the creation of a single monolithic layer that has the effect of a thermos. (keeps cool in summer and warm in winter).
Anchoring to any surface is permissible: concrete, wood, gas and foam concrete blocks, brick, glass magnesite sheet, etc.
Ceramic tiles (porcelain stoneware)
Artificial finishing material with excellent performance characteristics.
Due to its high performance characteristics, from a tile intended for flooring, it has turned into a universal finishing material widely used for wall decoration of architectural structures. It is ideal for cladding ventilated facades ( more about the technology at the end of this article) .
Facade plaster
To this day, this traditional solution enjoys well-deserved popularity.
The abundance of modern technologies brings a pleasant variety to the choice of the owner of a country house, puzzled by the high-quality relief of wall surfaces. The main limitation is the relative laboriousness of applying plaster and the need for skilled labor.
An attempt at mechanization here was not crowned with success, because the "old-fashioned" method of work did not undergo significant changes.
The strongest and most affordable plaster. Over time, the hardness of the coating only increases.
This plaster has a high pH reagent and is resistant to biological corrosion. A small selection of colors from the manufacturer is not an obstacle to using a wide range of colors. White plaster is applied, followed by painting with silicate facade paint.
Disadvantages: low elasticity, low adhesion to the substrate. Price: the most budgetary option. Durability: about 30 years old. Frost resistance: 75 cycles.
Does not require kneading and eliminates dosage errors. The choice of color is unlimited - the mixture is tinted.
Acrylic plaster goes on sale as a ready-to-use mixture on a water-dispersion basis. Elastic, durable, has high resistance to aggressive environmental influences. Disadvantages: low vapor permeability.
It is undesirable to use on facades with wadded insulation. Price: relatively inexpensive (compared to silicone and silicate plasters), but more expensive than mineral plasters. Durability: 50 years. Frost resistance: fifty cycles.
Suitable for all types of mineral substrates. It is electrostatically neutral - does not attract dust and dirt.
Strong and durable coating. It is made on the basis of liquid glass, which provides high vapor permeability (higher than that of mineral and acrylic glass) and resistance to biological corrosion.
Disadvantages: Small selection of colors. Price: Above the average price category. Durability: 60 years.
If the budget allows, then this is the most preferred option. Includes all previously stated material benefits.
It is made on the basis of a modified silicone resin, with the addition of an organic acrylate binder, mineral fillers and pigments.
Disadvantages: used in combination with a silicone primer, very expensive. Price: The most expensive plaster. Durability: 60 years. Frost resistance: 60 cycles. Among facade paints, by analogy with plasters, there are Acrylic, Silicate and Silicone paints.
Not the most popular, but noteworthy option.
Ceramic facing bricks have many advantages, including high mechanical strength, resistance to water, wind, ultraviolet light and temperature extremes. Unfortunately, it also has disadvantages, such as, for example, low thermal insulation, rather large weight and high price, it is because of them that it has recently surrendered its positions in the market of finishing facade materials.
In order for the thickness of the brick wall to meet the requirements of SNiP in terms of protection against heat loss, it must be 80 to 90 cm thick. And this is both expensive and requires a more powerful foundation. Although for a low-rise building, such a wall has excessive strength.
You can use well masonry when a gap is created between the ordinary brick and the facing brick, which is filled with a heat insulator. This technique allows you to reduce the total wall thickness by 1.5 times. But the use of warm facade systems reduces this figure by half.
Looks like the real thing, but weighs 1.5 times less.
This type of finish has an amazing decorative surface due to its similarity to its natural counterpart. However, it weighs one and a half times less and is more adapted to finishing work, since any collection already contains additional elements for facing window and door openings, corners and joints, which greatly simplifies installation.
Artificial stone is easy to process, durable, environmentally friendly (which is important recently), easily mounted on any base.
The only thing such a finish is afraid of is moisture. Therefore, in places where the influence of natural moisture is high, the surface lined with artificial stone must be treated with hydrophobic solutions.
Suspended ventilated facade
The most common method for walls with high vapor permeability.
The idea is to form a supporting frame providing a gap for air circulation between the insulation and the cladding. Mineral wool is used as insulation.
A system of brackets made of a metal profile is installed on the wall, the height of which should ensure the placement of heat-insulating material, a protective vapor-permeable membrane and a gap of the required width.
Mineral wool mats are strengthened with glue and (or) plastic umbrella dowels, a membrane is placed on top, which does not allow the material to collapse, but at the same time allows water vapor to erode.
Metal profiles are installed on the brackets, which serve as the basis for the installation of the cladding. Any sheet or lath material can be used as cladding, from corrugated board to composite panels or porcelain stoneware.
The use of each of them has its own characteristics in terms of the method of fastening, the step and the material of the lathing. For example, composite panels should only be fastened to aluminum profiles. Finishing the facade will not only strengthen the outer walls of the house and prolong its life, but also decorate the site, creating a unique aura of attractiveness and bewitching the eyes of passers-by.
When facing the facade of a house, what material is better to solve can be quite problematic. The choice of material will dictate the design of the building and the acceptability of prices for materials for the facades. The modern market of finishing materials offers a wide range. You can preview the photo, get advice, the better these or those options.
The facade of the house is his calling card, the way other people see him. It is important that the owner's preferences fit into the overall picture of the street, because often the unsightly appearance of the house can seriously spoil the relationship with the neighbors.
Why is facade cladding necessary?
In addition to the decorative function and creating an aesthetically pleasing appearance, the facade cladding plays a protective role for the walls, preventing the negative impact of natural and other factors on the supporting structures:
- precipitation;
- exposure to temperature changes;
- the formation of condensation;
- spores, the development of fungi and mold on the surface and in the thickness of the walls;
- exposure to UV rays.
A well-tiled house will not be subject to destructive factors and the owner will save himself from additional expenses for repair and restoration work. We can say that by investing in a good facade of the house, you can very profitably invest in your comfortable living.
Types of cladding of facades of houses
All types of cladding of facades of houses used in the decoration of external walls are divided into 4 types of decorative and protective materials:
- plaster (finishing and decorative);
- stone (natural and artificial);
- siding (wood, plastic, metal, metal-plastic);
- materials based on expanded polystyrene.
To decide which material is better for facing the facade of the house, you need to analyze the positive and negative qualities of each separately.
Wood 
Siding 
Stone Plaster is a very popular facing material. In addition to the aesthetically pleasing appearance, the walls are protected from moisture and at the same time they remain breathable. Silicone, silicate, mineral, acrylic substances can act as binders.
The plaster itself is limited in the range of colors and textures, but this is fully compensated by the ability to paint the facade. This technique is often used when deciding on an original design. We also offer 2 types of texture: rustic or rough. Plaster as a finishing material will last about 7-10 years. However, although manufacturers are improving the material, plastered walls are susceptible to mechanical damage.
To decorate the walls of the house will have to spend not only energy, but also time. For clarity: 200m 2 walls require 8 weeks for finishing. In addition, this material implies a wet application method, before which the surface must be primed. Facade cladding in this way will depend on the weather, temperature conditions outside.
Plaster imposes restrictions on some heat insulators. Acrylic plaster denies the use of mineral wool, as it has a low vapor permeability. Mineral plaster is only compatible with aerated concrete.
Brick
There are ceramic and clinker facing bricks. The products are based on clay - a natural raw material, which is processed within the framework of repeatedly tested technological processes.
The ceramic look has long established itself as a high-quality, durable and visually attractive material for the facade of buildings. It is beneficial to decorate external walls with bricks, because the material is characterized by a low degree of moisture absorption, excellent sound insulation, and can withstand low temperatures, which is important in the Russian climate. The brick is compatible with all types of thermal insulation materials that can be laid in the space between the walls formed during the cladding.
Clinker bricks are also suitable for cladding the exterior walls of a house. They have excellent physical characteristics, in addition, the features of the production technology make it possible to obtain a material without characteristic voids.
So that a design based on the appearance of the masonry does not lose its aesthetic qualities, care must be taken to avoid efflorescence. The reason for this defect may be a poorly prepared solution. The brick façade is guaranteed to survive 150 freeze and thaw cycles. Such finishing is planned during the construction phase, since the brick implies laying on the main foundation. If the cladding is done later, additional strengthening of the base is necessary.
Tile
Exterior walls can also be tiled with facade tiles. This option is not afraid of exposure to moisture. The material is strong, durable and reliable in its performance characteristics. Laying the tiles requires skill and good preparation of the substrate. It is necessary to maintain a straight seam, which is almost impossible to achieve without experience. In addition, until the material is laid, it is quite fragile and, if handled carelessly, is fraught with the formation of chips and scratches. Tiles are cheaper than bricks and this is their indisputable advantage.
Choosing a tile requires careful selection. Good looks and quality must be combined with high performance. This is the case when expensive does not mean quality. The tiles can be extremely difficult to maintain in the future. There are options involved in facade insulation. Walls faced in this way do not need additional insulation, which will really save money.
Porcelain stoneware
Porcelain stoneware slabs have reliably established themselves as a material capable of participating in the most stylish and daring design decisions and at the same time not requiring significant labor costs. The aesthetic appearance of the facade is combined with the excellent protective properties of the facing material against adverse environmental influences.
This facing material can significantly save time and money. The initially high cost of porcelain stoneware in the future will avoid additional costs for repairs and maintenance work on the facade of the building. It turns out to be a profitable investment of money.
It is a reliable and long-term protection of walls from destruction. According to its characteristics, porcelain stoneware is one of the most durable types of material for facade cladding. In addition, the technology for mounting plates is quite simple and does not require special skills. The material is resistant to temperature extremes, high humidity and aggressive chemicals. Such a facade will serve for many years without the need for repair and maintenance.
Porcelain stoneware provides great opportunities for the implementation of design solutions. A wide range of colors and textures practically does not differ in price, which allows you to experiment freely.
This decorative and protective material helps to improve the indoor microclimate. The walls become thicker, the thermal insulation improves, which means that heating costs are much lower.
Porcelain stoneware has only two drawbacks:
- significant weight of the plates themselves;
- if the installation is carried out by a contractor, then the cost of services will be quite high.
Siding
There are 2 types of siding - vinyl and basement. The positive aspects of this material include safety, ease of installation and easy maintenance. A certain disadvantage of this type of facade decoration is called a deliberately artificial look, which is not liked by everyone.
Despite the fact that manufacturers declare an operational life of up to half a century, in practice this is far from the case. The materials from which the siding is made are quite susceptible to the effects of environmental factors. Exposure to low temperatures provokes deformation of the siding, and hot sunlight causes burnout and an untidy appearance of the building. Nevertheless, siding remains a highly demanded method of facade decoration due to its relatively low cost.
Facade panels
A large number of builders and those who have used this material to renovate their home agree that facade panels are a simple and reliable cladding option for the facade. It appeared relatively recently, replacing the lining. Facade panels are used both as an independent material and as components of a ventilated facade system.
Facade panels are based on both natural and synthetic materials. Glass, PVC, metal, aluminum, copper, wood and timber, even porcelain stoneware. The parameters can vary greatly. There are large and small options. The range of panels includes narrow profiles, sandwich panels, polymer panels, profiled sheets.
Positive aspects of facade panels:
- resistant to temperature extremes, high humidity, any precipitation. The facade is reliably protected from any influences;
- high resistance to corrosion and UV rays. Contribute to maintaining a comfortable microclimate in the house at high temperatures outside;
- installation is carried out regardless of the season, and no alignment or other preparation of the walls is required. Fastening is carried out mechanically, directly to an external wall, or to a previously installed supporting structure. It is possible to use construction screws, staples or nails. Laying takes place according to the principle of a puzzle;
- both horizontal and vertical laying is possible. Can be used in the design of cornices and decorative elements of the building;
- convenient for reconstruction works, renovation of old buildings;
- fireproof - do not burn, do not smoke.
With all the variety of advantages, facade panels have their disadvantages:
- there are still limitations for use in harsh climates;
- if necessary, installation by contractors, the work will cost a round sum.
Stone
In terms of strength, natural stone is many times superior to most finishing materials. Such a facade will perfectly cope with climatic changes, is practical, durable and beautiful.
The advantages of using a stone are the following qualities of the material:
- natural color palette, unique texture;
- environmental friendliness due to natural origin;
- resistant to moisture, perfectly insulates heat and sound;
- the use of natural stone is a sign of the high status of homeowners;
- self-assembly is possible.
Natural stone is classified according to the types of facing format:
- tiles "Euro-2" - the most popular for facing external walls. Has parameters 600x300x20 mm;
- wild stone - presented in the form of the so-called "plastushki". Has an irregular shape, the corners are neatly processed;
- slabs - a solid block of stone is taken as a basis for manufacturing. Most expensive type;
- die - material scraps are used for manufacturing. Aesthetically pleasing, but more expensive than tiling. Parameters 300x30x20 mm;
- "Moscow fur coat" - the material, as well as the cost of its installation, are the most expensive in terms of price. A distinctive feature is that the dimensions are respected while maintaining the torn effect of the base.
This type of facing materials is valuable because it allows you to quickly modify any facade or interior interior design. With renovation work, you can completely change the appearance of the building, while abandoning time-consuming, expensive methods. In addition, cassette facades are used when installing ventilated facades.
Ventilated facade cassettes of metal and composite types are complete structures. They have curved edges, through which the modules are connected into a single coating. Such a facade is resistant to changes in weather conditions and mechanical damage, durable, tough.
The release form may vary. Most often these are long stripes or rectangular parts. Operating parameters are modified taking into account the technological need and design solutions.
The first to conquer the construction market were galvanized steel facade cassettes. They were often supplemented with a polymer coating. Aesthetically pleasing models, robust and resistant to corrosion. This type of finishing materials provides a wide range of colors. However, there was a significant drawback: the small thickness with a large surface area led to the formation of a deflection, the so-called "lens effect". Therefore, small dimensions prevail in steel products. They are widespread in the decoration of small architectural forms.
Aluminum facade cassettes are a later version. Their service life is superior to the steel version, and they are considerably lighter. This makes it possible to significantly reduce the load both on the structure and on the fastening system in the case of a ventilated facade. This quality allows them to be used on dilapidated buildings. The cladding material is durable, resistant to climatic conditions, completely fireproof. The most versatile facade cassettes using composite are produced with 2 layers of aluminum, between which a filler is placed - mineral or polymer. The increase in thickness contributes to the fact that deflections are no longer formed, even if the size of the slab is quite significant. The protective polymer-decorative layer makes the products aesthetically pleasing. They are used in all categories of structures.
Block house
House block is considered a type of already known lining. Outwardly, this finish resembles rounded logs. It is a natural, environmentally friendly material. Its disadvantages include high cost, fire hazard and relatively short service life. In addition, the surface of the material may have processing defects - knots, cracks, even wormholes.
When purchasing a block house for decoration, you need to make sure that it is kept in dry conditions. Otherwise, decay processes may begin. In addition, a wooden facade must be additionally treated with special compounds in order to protect it from adverse climatic influences. The cost of a block of house varies depending on the type of wood used.
Wood
In this segment, the choice is very wide. First, you need to understand what kind of cladding is required: facade board, block house, wooden siding or lining. All of these materials are freely sold in construction markets.
The palm is at the lining. Panels made of processed boards have a “tongue-and-groove” system, which makes installation simple and does not require special skills. In addition, the lining has a very affordable price compared to other types of material. This material is quite lightweight, it does not overload the building structure. The lining has long established itself well in the decoration of external walls, it does not lose its relevance.
Imitation timber is one of the modern materials used for cladding. At the end of the installation, the wall looks like it is made of a wooden beam. The material is similar to clapboard, but also has distinctive characteristics:
- installation is carried out horizontally;
- mainly used for finishing brick buildings, requires additional insulation of the structure. Laying the insulating layer requires the installation of the lathing;
- connection of panels according to the tenon-groove principle.
Which material is better
Everyone chooses materials for cladding, based on the needs, design project and wallet capabilities. For convenience, positive and negative characteristics can be presented in the form of a table.
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The key to a good result is a competent, meaningful choice and approach to work. In this case, regardless of the material, the facade of the house will become the pride of the owners, the envy of the neighbors.
That is why we recommend that you approach the finishing of the building seriously. In this review, we will tell you in detail about the methods existing in construction and highlight the most popular and demanded ones. Check out the colorful photos and choose the appropriate option for decorating the facade of your house!
The main rules when choosing a house facade decoration
Before moving on to practice, let's talk a little about theory. First of all, you should remember that any finishing material has its own functionality and is not only part of the decor. It is intended to both decorate and protect from adverse external factors, while at the same time it should look harmonious and be as close as possible to the overall aesthetics of the entire building. Remember that the right finish is the building's eye-catching appearance, as well as its durability.
One more nuance. Most people prefer to save money when choosing materials for the facade. We propose to do this not at the expense of quality, and then all your efforts will pay off handsomely.
Classics of the genre - decorative facade plaster for finishing the facade of the house
Plastering facades for the purpose of decorative finishing is a rather old technique in construction. However, it is still relevant in our time. Plaster not only gives an attractive appearance to the walls, but also serves as an excellent insulation. After plastering the surface will not let moisture through, but at the same time they will "breathe", which will create a comfortable indoor climate zone. Using plaster as a finish, you can create a volumetric embossed facade, embodying the most daring design decisions into reality. At the same time, there are no restrictions on application. You can put the plaster mix on a brick wall, on a stone surface or a facade insulated with mineral wool and foam.
If you want to change the color of the building with minimal cost, then the use of facade plaster for painting is the best option that will completely suit you both in price and in labor costs for carrying out repair work. On sale there is a fairly wide selection of mixtures for plastering the facade. Among them, the following types of plaster are distinguished:
- Acrylic;
- Mineral;
- Silicone;
- Silicate.
Brick for finishing the facade of the house
Brick is the most ancient facing material. Masonry from it is found even in buildings of the Middle Ages. People have long appreciated the thermal insulation properties, fire safety and environmental friendliness of bricks. This building material is resistant to both low and high temperatures. It is practically waterproof and serves as an excellent soundproofing material. Like other building materials, bricks have a certain lifespan. It is about 20 years old, but as practice shows, brickwork in some cases "lives" much longer, while being in excellent condition. Of the minuses, a decent weight of the brick can be noted. This puts additional stress on the foundation and walls of the building. Also, to achieve an optimal result, it is necessary to choose a high-quality adhesive (mixture) for installing brick cladding.
House facade decoration with panels
In order to finish the facade of the house quickly and efficiently, use special panels. They simultaneously play the role of thermal insulation for walls and are a facing material. Panels are suitable for almost any surface.
The basis for the manufacture of this building material can be plastic and metal. Such panels are usually called siding. With it, you can easily mask any wall defects: cracks, irregularities, faded color and other visible damage. At the same time, siding is distinguished by a rather long service life.
A wide range of color palette allows you to create real masterpieces when decorating the walls of a building. This material is distinguished by its environmental friendliness. In its manufacture, substances harmful to the human body are not used. The panels are not subject to decay and corrosion processes and at the same time serve for a long time without losing their appearance. Using siding, you can simulate the texture of almost any cladding material. You have the opportunity to order slabs for brick, plaster, brickwork, stone, etc. This expands the capabilities of the designer and makes it possible to create an original facade of buildings and structures.
Homeowners who have used panels to decorate the facade distinguish it ease of use. If the surface is dirty and requires serious cleaning of the walls, then you can use household chemicals without fear in order to give the facade of the house its original appearance. It should also be noted that the siding is resistant to fading, and the sun's rays do not harm the appearance of the building. The efficiency of this coating is of no small importance. When the budget is tight, panels are a worthy alternative to other cladding materials.
Dear readers, we hope that the information provided in this review will help you decide on the material for facade cladding. We wish you to make your dreams come true and, finally, build your dream home!
Clinker tiles for finishing the facade of the house
The range of facing tiles for the facade of the house, produced by world and Russian manufacturers, has more than a hundred different colors and textures with a rough or glazed surface. This variety of brick-like clinker tiles makes it possible to give the house an expressive natural look.
For the manufacture of this material, refractory pure shale clays are used that do not contain salts and impurities of calcium carbonate.
Sandwich panels for house facade decoration
The word "sandwich" in the name of the panels very correctly describes the construction of the material. It consists of two dense layers, between which the insulation is located. It is successfully used in the decoration of new houses and the reconstruction of old ones. The material is very beautiful, diverse, lightweight, moisture resistant, fireproof, durable.
Finishing the facade of the house with a block house or imitation of glued beams
Imitation of a bar and a block house are made of natural wood, impregnated with special compounds and have a lock from moisture ingress, with proper care they will last for more than a dozen years. Due to the specifics of their design, they are easy to install.
House facade decoration with artificial or natural stone
In most cases, a house is judged by its facade, just like a person is judged by their appearance when they first meet. The façade can be clad in whole or in part with natural stone.
Modern technologies make it possible to create an imitation of almost any finishing material, one of which is an artificial stone. It is great for house facades, basements, foundations, and even interior decoration.
The appearance of the building plays a very important role, which is why it is so important to choose the right modern finishing materials for the facades of private residential buildings. Many factors influence the perception: color, texture, general architectural style. At the moment, the building materials market can offer a fairly large range of materials for cladding the facade of a house. It is important not to get lost in the variety, figure out which material is better and make the right choice, taking into account the requirements of aesthetics, heating technology, safety and economy.
Finishing requirements
Finishing materials do not affect the strength and reliability of the house, but, despite this, they are subject to rather stringent requirements that should be taken into account during construction:
All these requirements for a private house are advisory in nature, since no one will check a project or a building before commissioning, as is the case with multi-apartment construction.
But they should be taken into account to ensure your own safety and comfortable living conditions. The following are the most common options for finishing, their area of application, advantages and disadvantages.
Decorative plaster
A fairly common option... It is used to improve the appearance of brick and stone houses. There is a large assortment of plaster mixes, among which everyone can choose the right options for themselves. In addition to the decorative function, plaster is capable of performing additional functions, such as:
- alignment of brickwork (a rather laborious process that allows you to eliminate small deviations of the walls from the vertical, material consumption and the cost of plastering work at the same time increase);
- insulation, if modern "warm" compounds are used;
- protection of the outer wall from external influences;
- protection of the thermal insulation layer.
Plaster is one of the most common materials for facade decoration Depending on the thickness of the layer, additional reinforcement of the plaster coating may be required. The laying of reinforcing meshes requires a layer of mortar with a thickness of 40 mm or more.
The advantages of the method include:
- attractive appearance of the building;
- suitable for houses in different styles;
- resistance to external influences;
- a wide price range of mixtures, among which the buyer can choose exactly what is needed;
- these finishing materials for private houses have a wide range of colors, which allows you to embody any architectural solutions;
- the possibility of updating the facade without serious difficulties;
- durability.
The disadvantages include the high labor intensity of the process. Self-finishing will take a lot of time and the presence of special skills. If the home craftsman has not previously dealt with plaster solutions, it would be wiser to hire a professional team, but this will become an additional line in the estimate for finishing the facade of the house and construction in general.
The finishing method is especially suitable for buildings with a classic style, but will also be appropriate for other concepts.
Wood or wood finish
These modern materials are used for cladding the facades of houses from almost any material in a different style. They are also suitable for creating a ventilated facade system.... Such a system will be required when insulating a wall with mineral wool, the surface of which needs constant ventilation to remove condensation and other types of moisture that reduce the thermal insulation characteristics of the material.
This group of facade finishes includes:
- lining;
- siding;
- block house.
The latter will cost a little more than the others, but will create the illusion of a log or log house. In addition, this material looks very impressive and presentable, although the cost is higher than that of siding or wall paneling.
Clapboard and siding are available and easy to install Block house - these are modern materials that will give the building a unique appearance.
Lining and siding have been used for a long time and have earned popularity in private housing construction. In modern construction, they have two valuable qualities: availability and simplicity of technology. It is these properties that allowed these finishing methods to confidently take positions in the niche of the outer cladding.
The disadvantages include:
- moisture sensitivity;
- instability to fire;
- decay tendency for wooden materials;
- exposure to aggressive environmental influences.
These disadvantages of materials are fought by periodically applying special compounds to the surface that improve the properties of wood. For example, to prevent damage by fungus, mold or rot, the surface is treated with antiseptics. To increase resistance to fire, it is worth using flame retardants.
A block house will cost more than lining and siding, but it will give the house a uniqueness This group of materials is suitable for country-style houses, Provence and others who set themselves the task of integrating the building into the rural landscape as organically as possible.
Finishing with stone materials or "like a stone"
This group includes methods that are well suited for cladding a house in a classic style, as well as Provence, country style. The appearance of the building turns out to be rather heavy, but this can be played up with interesting details. In addition, it all depends on what modern materials for the facade of the house are chosen: small-format or large-format.
This group includes the following types of cladding:
- Clinker brick. The material allows you to give the facade of any house such an appearance that it seems that it is built of brick.
- A natural stone. It looks very impressive, it allows you to protect the house from any external influences, but it is characterized by a rather high cost, which negatively affects the total price of the house.
- Facing tiles. It can be made both for brick and stone.
These materials are suitable for finishing the facade of buildings in various styles and will protect the house from external factors. Their undoubted advantage is resistance to fire and decay.
Natural stone looks very expensive, impressive, but its price is quite high But there are a number of disadvantages that are important to consider when designing and building a house:
- a large mass of elements, which increases the load on the foundation and walls of the house and increases the cost of their construction;
- rather high cost compared to other types of cladding;
- the complexity of working with the material, labor intensity, which is further increased by the impressive mass of individual elements.
Cladding panels
These modern materials for facade decoration should be distinguished into a separate group, because, in addition to the decorative function, they take on the thermal insulation of houses. Suitable for creating outdoor cladding in various styles.
This group includes:
- sandwich panels;
- facade cassettes;
- thermal panels made of polyurethane foam.
The presence of a heat-insulating layer in a modern material is extremely important, since it allows you to reduce heating costs and reduce the thickness of the walls. In total, the owner receives a reduction in costs for both construction and operation.
