In This Post:
– Benefits of external wall claddings
– Types of exterior wall claddings
An external wall cladding is like an outer layer or a skin for your home. That is why most architects and designers consider it important to have exterior wall claddings for added protection and insulation. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits and various types of exterior wall claddings to help you choose the right one for your home.
Exterior Wall Claddings – Why Do We Need Them?
Exterior wall claddings help support a building withstand any climatic and atmospheric changes. Let us take a quick look at the many benefits of having exterior wall claddings.
- Provides protection against rain, direct sun rays, cold winds, cyclone and pollution
- Ensures thermal insulation to the exterior facade
- Provide an acoustic barrier against honking cars
- Increases aesthetic appeal of the building
Types of Exterior Wall Claddings
External wall claddings not only provide some sort of protection and insulation to internal spaces but they add an aesthetic appeal to the building. That is why, it is important to choose the right kind of exterior wall cladding for your home – one that fits your needs and also contributes to the curb appeal of your home. There are many different types of exterior wall claddings that you can choose from. For your convenience, we have listed down the most popular ones below:
- Stone cladding
- Brick cladding
- Concrete cladding
- Vinyl cladding
- Stucco
- Tiles
- Aluminum cladding
Let us briefly discuss each of these types of exterior walls for your home.
Stone cladding
If you like to give your house an earthy feel, then opt for stone wall cladding. The hardness of stones is ideal for external walls as it provides strength and durability against weather changes. Requires no cleaning or maintenance, stone walls are considered one of the best options for external walls. However, they are slightly more expensive than other exterior walls.
Brick cladding
Provides good insulation, brick cladding presents a classic, traditional and elegant look to the house. Available in a variety of colours, you can arrange bricks in a way that it creates interesting patterns for your abode. They are considered energy-efficient, weatherproof, secure and sustainable building material.
Concrete cladding
Concrete cladding offers several benefits. It can insulate, provide protection against fire and noise pollution. In the traditional grey and white colours, concrete is quite easy to maintain and requires zero maintenance. The grey colour hides away any dirt or dust, which means you don’t need to worry about frequently cleaning the exterior concrete wall cladding.
Vinyl cladding
Vinyl cladding is low-cost and versatile, making it one of the most popular options. It is made up of a mix of PVC and other materials. Once installed, you don’t need to paint or maintain them. They hardly ever fade or crack and can take a battering from the weather, withstand torrential rains without affecting their appearance.
Stucco
Stucco is dried plaster that is used to decorate a sculpture or in false ceilings and in various architectural forms. Stucco structures look aesthetically pleasing and can withstand sudden climatic changes. They can last for more than 50 years.
Tiles
One of the pros of having a tile cladding is that you can play with colours and totally change the appearance of your house. Combine various sizes and colours to give a polished and refined look to your abode. Make sure the size of the tiles you choose is proportional to the overall building mass.
Aluminum cladding
Another common exterior wall cladding is the aluminum one. It has a shiny finish, best suited to give a chic modern look to your abode. If you have bought an old house and want to completely change the outlook then go for aluminum wall cladding. They are not only easy to maintain but can completely change an old, tired house into a new one. Moreover, they resist moisture and so you don’t have to worry about mold and mildew. Fire is also not a threat in aluminum cladding.
We hope this blog will help you choose the right exterior wall cladding for your home. Check out the various types of walls used in construction before building your own house. Don’t forget to write to us at blog@zameen.com and we will surely get back to you. Subscribe to the Zameen Newsletter appearing on the right hand side of the page.
