The problem of improving the appearance of the facade of the building is easily solved by using facade panels under the stone. We will talk about the device, varieties and features of the installation of this finishing material further.
Features and structure of stone facade panels
Facade panels under the stone make up the facade system, which protects the surface of the building from external influences.
Facade panels are installed both in new buildings and in the reconstruction of old ones.
For the device of the facade system, an aluminum or metal frame is used. Therefore, these panels are easy to install.
Facade panels under a stone consist of:
- polyurethane layer
- resin,
- foam layer
- stone powder.
For the manufacture of facade panels under the stone, modern polymers are used. Using the injection molding method, these panels are produced on injection molding machines, this process allows the panels to remain in their original form for a long time.
Scope of use of facade panels under a stone:
- facade decoration,
- decoration of individual elements of the building,
- lining of individual floors,
- decoration of the tower, lantern,
- fence lining.
Facade panels under the stone photo:
The cost of facade panels under a stone depends on such factors:
- material quality,
- layer thickness,
- panel type,
- product invoice,
- panel appearance.
Advantages of installing facade panels under a stone
Studying about the facade panels under the stone reviews, we highlight the following advantages:
- additional leveling of the surface is not required;
- high level of thermal insulation;
- the possibility of installation at any time of the year;
- have low noise transmission;
- the service life of some panels exceeds 50 years;
- the possibility of adjusting the design by using an aluminum or steel profile;
- resistance to exposure to ultraviolet rays, precipitation, humidity, temperature changes;
- resistance to mechanical damage;
- anti-corrosion;
- high level of heat resistance;
- stone facade panels are light in weight compared to natural stone;
- easy care and washing;
- safety for health and environmental friendliness;
- electrical conductivity;
- ease of installation;
- facade panels do not load the building with additional weight, due to their lightness;
- facade panels under the stone, almost do not differ from the original masonry, but their cost is much less than the cost of real stone;
- variety of colors and designs.
Varieties of facade panels under the stone
Facade panels differ in a variety of colors, sizes and installation methods. Facade panels include:
- metal panels with polymer coating;
- facade panels of vinyl type;
- thermal facade panels;
- sandwich panels of cassette or three-layer type;
- facade panels of fiber cement type;
- front panels under a brick or stone laying.
Fiber cement panels contain cement, minerals and cellulose fibres. Such panels imitate various materials, including masonry.
The structure of the fiber cement facade panel includes the presence of:
- fiber cement panel
- sealing gasket,
- ventilation film,
- additional panel
- gypsum board,
- vapor barrier film
- gypsum sheet.
Advantages of fiber cement facade panels:
- high level of frost resistance,
- long period of use,
- lack of formation of corrosion and mold,
- fire safety,
- ability to withstand large temperature fluctuations,
- thermal insulation,
- soundproofing.
Disadvantages of fiber cement panels:
- require painting after installation,
- high level of water absorption,
- low level of resistance to mechanical stress.
Panels with a polymer coating are distinguished by high durability, frost resistance, resistance to moisture absorption, no corrosion, ease of installation. The disadvantage of such panels is the low level of thermal insulation.
Facade panels under the stone are used to finish the basement parts of the building. Such panels are made of resin, which has a polypropylene base. After the installation of facade panels under the stone, the building has an attractive appearance and almost does not differ from the real stone cladding.
Advantages of stone facade panels:
- durability,
- resistance to ultraviolet radiation,
- easy installation,
- heat resistance.
Depending on the structure, facade panels under the stone are divided into:
- homogeneous,
- combined.
Homogeneous type façade panels have a homogeneous structure and are made of PVC.
Combined facade panels have an outer plastic coating and an inner one - polystyrene foam or foam plastic. The inner layer acts as an insulator.
Stone-look PVC facade panels
PVC facade panels consist of a vinyl layer and a polymer mixture, such panels are called siding. In relation to the siding design, there are:
- siding of mass coloring - differs in a variety of flowers and coloring;
- siding with highlighted seams has a non-uniform coating in which the seams are painted in a different color;
- exclusive siding - has a non-uniform texture and highlighted seams, like imitation of natural stone.
Siding under a stone happens with imitation of granite malachite, marble and other stones.
PVC panels are made from a single sheet, which is given the desired shape. After the production of PVC panels, rectangular panels are obtained, which are easy to mount.
The panels are attached to each other with special locks. The first, last and corner panels have a special lock. To ensure ventilation of the facade space, a perforated edge is installed.
PVC siding is fastened to the wall with nails or self-tapping screws. In order for the siding locks to snap into place and there are no cracks, it is necessary to install the siding in such a way that the panels overlap each other.
Advantages of PVC facade panels:
- the duration of operation exceeds 25 years;
- resistance to large temperature changes;
- resistance to ultraviolet radiation;
- antiseptic - the absence of mold formations;
- anti-corrosion;
- siding is covered with a special paint that has a water-repellent, anti-pollution effect;
- resistance to mechanical damage;
- facade panels under stone price - more affordable than that of piece or natural stone
- ease of installation.
Facade panels under stone - installation
Before installing facade PVC panels, you should make calculations and purchase this material.
To calculate the required number of facade panels, you first need to determine the area of \u200b\u200bthe facade on which the panels will be installed.
Break the facade into several rectangular or square shapes. Determine their area, and then summarize the results.
Divide the total area by the area of one panel. It is better to buy a few more squares of material to compensate for all kinds of cuts.
For work, use:
- knife for cutting plastic products,
- grinder,
- jigsaw,
- hammer,
- scissors,
- perforator,
- measuring tape,
- building level,
- chalk,
- screwdriver.
Preparatory work includes preliminary leveling, insulation and waterproofing of the facade.
At the time of purchase, consider the presence of self-tapping screws and fasteners for panels. To cut siding, make a small cut and then break the material.
First, determine the place from which the installation of the siding will begin. If the facade was previously finished with other materials, then start from the same place. If siding is installed on a new facade, start by laying the foundation. Before installing the main type panels, it is advisable to install the primary and corner panels.
After installing additional parts, install the starter strip. Determine the border space of the first row and then mark the width of the first panel. Leave a small gap between panels.
Insulate windows and doors with architraves, flashings, special strips and finishing panels.
After installing all the parts, proceed with the installation of the siding. The panels are installed from the bottom up, snapping into each other. The panels are fixed to the wall with self-tapping screws.
The final stage includes the installation of the edges on the roof.
Features of installing facade panels under a stone
Some types of panels are installed on a pre-mounted crate made of aluminum or steel profiles. Such a system is called ventilated.
The profile is attached to the wall with brackets. The walls do not require additional alignment and pre-finishing.
There are several technologies for installing a facade system:
- post-transom type,
- modular type,
- spider type.
An additional layer of insulation is installed in the space between the profile and the panels. Types of heaters:
- mineral wool,
- fiberglass,
- foam.
During the installation of facade panels, a number of requirements must be met:
- the minimum installation temperature should not be below 0 degrees;
- anti-corrosion of self-tapping screws, anchors, brackets and other fasteners;
- the profile structure should be placed in the same plane to avoid the appearance of gaps in the ventilated space.
The disadvantage of this installation is the appearance of an unpleasant acoustic effect, which does not allow the installation of such facades in residential premises. During strong winds, the ventilation space makes loud noises and whistles.
Facade panels under the stone video:
Not every owner of a suburban area can afford a stone mansion. Construction is expensive, energy-intensive, the foundation is also expensive. However, I want the house to look beautiful and respectable. Therefore, facade panels under the stone are in great demand on the market. This is an imitation of natural stone from various materials, natural and synthetic.
Kinds
1. PVC - plastic facade panels of various shapes and designs, including classic siding with a pattern of stone or brick.
2. Combined: the outer layer is polymer, inside is expanded polystyrene. Facing performs two functions at once, finishing and insulating.
Plastic
3. Fiber cement facade panels under the stone (see photo), made from a mixture of cement with synthetic fibers.
4. Tiles for stone and brick, ceramic and clinker. This also includes thermal panels: clinker cladding, polyurethane foam filling.
Fiber cement
5. Metal panels and metal siding imitating masonry.
Advantages
– low price for a facade under a stone. Thermal panels and clinker are more expensive, but they are not comparable in cost to natural stone;
metal
- ease of installation. The vast majority of panels are equipped with special locks and mounting holes. The package includes all the necessary fasteners, as well as additional elements, corners, etc.;
- most of the facing panels under the stone are characterized by sufficiently high strength, durability, resistance to various atmospheric influences;
Thermal panels
- a huge selection of options for finishing the facade under a stone (as in the photo): granite, marble, limestone, malachite, sandstone, slate, aged stone, chips, imitation of rough cobblestone, etc .;
- low weight. This greatly simplifies installation, and also minimizes the load on the foundation and supporting structures;
- most of the panels are reusable: they can be dismantled and installed in another place;
– facade decoration under stone panels is possible in any weather and in any season;
– absence of dust and stone chips, which inevitably occur when working with natural stone;
Video "Facade panels Skala":
- many varieties of natural stone suffer from atmospheric influences. In the production of panels, many technologies for the manufacture of protective coatings are provided, which ensure the safety of the structure of the product and its aesthetic qualities;
- the possibility of using a ventilated facade in the design;
Video "Installation of plastic facade panels":
- since decorative facade panels under the stone are most often installed on the frame, they can be revetted with any surface. Preparation of the base is practically not required, the vertical alignment is carried out by adjusting the frame itself (battens).
Advantages and disadvantages
1. PVC facade cladding panels are cheaper than others, but they have a high coefficient of thermal expansion.
2. Metal panels are stronger than PVC, but they lack plasticity: under impact loads, dents occur that do not straighten themselves.
3. Clinker panels are more expensive than others.
4. Thermal panels are not considered the most environmentally friendly option due to the filler.
5. Natural stone is usually warmer than its imitation. When installing thin panels, it is necessary to insulate the facade.
Important: the choice of color and texture depends on the stylistic decision of the site and the house. With the help of panels imitating stone, you can create a classic facade, gothic, oriental, modern. It is possible to stylize a mountain monastery, a fortress wall, an antique building, etc.
Price
The price of stone facade panels depends on:
- from the material of manufacture;
- from the brand;
- from the model and colors;
- from the presence of insulation and the thickness of its layer.
The price of facade panels under the stone of Russian production is 300-400 rubles per square. For Japanese and European - over a thousand.
Thermal panels cost from one and a half thousand or more, depending on the manufacturer.
Plastic facade panels under the stone cost from 100 rubles apiece with a length of 1 meter and a width of 0.5 meters.
If you want your house to look beautiful, solid and elegant and at the same time do not require repairs for a long time, then it is important to take care of a good building cladding. At the same time, not always high-quality, durable and unusual finishes require a lot of labor and impressive cash injections. In particular, the modern market offers such an innovative product as facade panels imitating stone, brick or wood, which imitate these materials so reliably that it is possible to distinguish them from natural ones only upon closer examination.
Also important is the fact that the panels can be installed do it yourself. Next, let's talk in detail about the varieties and features of basement siding, paying special attention to the "stone" options.
Consider the most popular options that help create an interesting visualization of masonry, incl. textures such as wild stone, rock, slate.
pvc or vinyl
They are based on various polymers, to which coloring, modifying and stabilizing substances are added, as a result, options for a wide variety of colors and textures are obtained.
Advantages of plastic panels:
- fireproof;
- water resistant;
- resistant to fading;
- have a small weight;
- easy to install and maintain;
- inexpensive.
Weaknesses of the material:
- emit toxic gases in case of fire;
- become brittle in the cold.
vinyl siding prices
Vinyl siding
Fiber cement panels
They are made from sand and cement with the addition of cellulose and mineral fiber as follows: the cement mortar is poured onto a reinforcing frame made of cellulose, synthetics or fiberglass, and the outside of the slab is covered with acrylic. Due to the high content of cement, the panel is quite solid. Some manufacturers add mica and quartz sand, which increases the strength and durability of products. And in order for them to have resistance to ultraviolet radiation and precipitation, they are varnished. Also, the use of high-quality dyes and varnishes creates unique textures and colors of surfaces.
Video - Japanese fiber cement panels
Table 1. The main manufacturers of fiber cement panels.
| The name of the company | Peculiarities | Panel price / rub. |
|---|---|---|
| kmew | A Japanese brand whose plates are characterized by increased frost resistance due to the presence of special microgranules in the composition. | from 1500 |
| Zierer | For more than 30 years, the German company has been producing safe, durable panels that retain their original appearance for many years. | from 1000 |
| Casa Verde | The Russian company has been producing panels and thermal panels since 2012, the warranty period is 30 years, and the estimated one is 100 years. | from 1000 |
| TechnoNIKOL Hauberk | For more than two decades, the Russian manufacturer has been manufacturing panels with an outer layer of natural basalt, which ensures a long service life. | from 500 |
Reference! Fiber cement panel is obtained by pressing, which takes place under pressure 600-650H/cm 2 , and autoclaving at a temperature 175 degrees. After manufacturing, each copy is tested for compliance with the declared characteristics.
Appearance of fiber cement panels
Advantages:
- strength is the main advantage, which corresponds to the quality of porcelain stoneware facade tiles;
- fire resistance;
- resistance to low temperatures and extremes allows you to operate it even in harsh climate conditions;
- equipped with ventilation slots, thereby allowing free circulation of air between the panel and the heat-insulating layer;
- has a heat-insulating and sound-absorbing function;
- can be used both outside and inside the building;
- no preparation is required before finishing.
Disadvantages:
- not too presentable appearance, as a result of which, after installation, painting of the panels is required;
- high price.
Insulated panels
They are based on insulation, and the front side is a designer layer of polymer coating, consisting of polyvinyl chloride, resin, foam and stone dust, which allows you to clearly highlight the stone texture, emphasize shale rock, rubble and wild stone.
Schematic composition of the insulated panel
Advantages:
- do not exert strong pressure on the foundation;
- the finishing process can be carried out in any climatic conditions;
- quick payback, due to the fact that a house sheathed with panels can be heated half as much;
- fireproof;
- do not allow mold and fungi to multiply;
- very durable.
Disadvantages:
- thorough surface preparation is required;
- high price.
Prices for thermal panels
Thermal panels
Stone or brick effect tiles, ceramic and clinker
This type includes thermal panels, they are a clinker facing material with polyurethane foam. The tile is made from clay with a mineral composition. Chamotte is added to the clay for heat resistance.
Advantages:
- safe for the environment;
- moisture resistant;
- easily tolerates temperature changes;
- the service life is several decades;
- great thermal insulation;
- not whimsical in care;
- easy to repair;
- due to its low weight, it does not exert a load on the foundation;
- not afraid of exposure to ultraviolet rays.
Weak sides:
- high price;
- the fragility of the decorative layer, and in some cases, the insulation.
Mounting
Step-by-step instructions for finishing a house with fiber cement panels
We will need tools such as:
- Bulgarian;
- screwdriver;
- self-tapping screws;
- level.
Prices for angle grinders (grinders)
Angle grinders (grinders)
Panels come with evenly cut edges, and there are panels with tongue-and-groove locks. Facade kits are completed with the same elements as siding: corners, extensions, platbands, start and finish strips.
Important point! Some brands for fastening panels already have special kleimers, while others will have to drill holes for roofing screws during installation.
Finishing a frame house with vertical posts
- We lay the insulation between the racks.
- We fix the basement ebb element to protect our basement. Almost every manufacturer offers this element complete with fiber cement panels.
- Then we install the hydro-wind protective membrane, we make overlaps at the corners from 100 to 150 mm, we fasten them with a special stapler.
- We install clamps on the corner, on the tongues of which we fasten the corner element. As for the inner corner, a special inner seal is provided, which is placed directly into the corner, sealing occurs on both sides.
- Then we put the first panel and attach it with the help of clamps to the racks. Between the corner element and the panel, if there is no groove-comb system, a seam seal is placed. There is an insulator on the panels. When there is an adjunction between them - panel to panel, then through this insulator the panels will be waterproofed.
- Then we strengthen the second panel. Again, if there is no tongue and groove system, the beginning of the panel is reinforced with clamps, which are attached at the beginning and end of each panel, as well as to the vertical posts of the batten. A special seam sealant is placed between each panel. If there is a groove-comb system, then a clamper is installed in the center of the joint from above, which will hold two panels at once.
- As for the window opening, before installing the panel, a special bar is placed under the window, which is also necessary for air circulation. In thickness, it should be the same as the kleimers. From the sides of the windows we install a seam seal, and above the window - a seam seal and a ventilation bar, as well as under the window. A window sill seal is also attached with a tail to drain water if condensate gets in. The panel is installed.
- To complete the top of the wall, a ventilation strip is installed on top. A panel holder is placed on the ventilation bar and finishing panels are installed.
Installation of panels on a wooden crate.
Important! There must be a gap between the horizontal bar under the window and the vertical bar of at least 30 mm. This is done for better air movement.
- We install a basement drain.
- We install the crate. At the corners and at the joints of the panels, the width of the plank should be about 90-100 mm, and the thickness is 25-40 mm. Intermediate strips: 45- 55 mm width, and the thickness is the same as the corner strips.
- The window opening is also trimmed. There is a nuance here: first, the lower bar is attached flush with the window opening, and then the bars are attached to the left and right sides and the last bar covers the top.
- After installing the crate, a starting plate is attached around the perimeter. The initial panel will be attached to it.
- Then a corner element with a kleimer is attached, which are used here in a different shape and with two antennae.
- We also fasten the corner panels from above with ordinary clamps, we mount seam seals to the rails to connect the joints between the panels.
- Then the same procedure takes place, which was described above, using kleimers and seam seals. A sealant is also placed on the inner corners, one panel is installed, reinforced with a clamp, then a seam sealer is placed in another plane and a panel is installed, which is also reinforced with a clamp.
- The processing of window openings practically also does not differ from the technology described above. Above the window we lay a seal with a tail to drain water if condensation accumulates. Three pieces are placed on a standard window. A ventilation bar is placed on top of the thickness of the kleimer, the rest of the steps are the same.
Advice! In order to save on these elements, you can get out of the situation as follows: take a panel of one color at the corners, and use another around the perimeter. The only thing is that you have to saw down the panels on one side at an angle 45 degrees so that the joint at the corner is tight.
Step-by-step instructions for finishing facade panels with insulation
Consider the option when the installation takes place on a bare wall without a crate and a hydro-wind protective membrane.
To work, you will need tools such as:
- a hammer;
- rubber mallet;
- grinder for sawing panels;
- perforator;
- dowel;
- pliers.
Prices for popular models of rotary hammers
Perforators
Work order:
- Installation takes place by attaching the plates to special antennae, for fixing which a hole is drilled in the wall with a perforator, and the antennae is attached to the dowel. The antennae is attached to one hole, the edge of the antennae is left unattached to connect with the next row of panels.
- The rows are attached to each other with the same antennae: one antennae goes behind the insulation of the other panel and holds the edge. The edges for alignment are lined with a rubber mallet.
- To avoid heat loss, a special foam glue is applied to the insulation, which fills all the gaps between the tiles during the expansion process.
- The corner is made like this: the edge of the tile should protrude, the size of the protrusion is equal to the thickness of the tile. A heater is selected from the edge, due to which a joint with another tile occurs.
- The window opening also does not cause difficulties: the tile is sawn along the window opening. If the window opening goes deep, then sawdust tiles are inserted into the recesses, which are attached to the metal strips with a self-tapping screw. Above the window, two metal strips are attached to the dowels, and a tile is attached to them, in which a hole is drilled for this, a dowel is inserted there, and everything is also attached with a self-tapping screw, which is subsequently painted over.
Advice! For beauty, you can use the following finishing process: use tiles of a different color in the corners and along the edges.
Step-by-step instructions for finishing with stone-look clinker tiles
Prices for Ceresit glue
Glue Ceresit
For work you will need:
- special glue;
- tile cutter;
- putty knife;
- a thread;
- brush.
Important! You need to start work with window and door openings.
Step 1. Treat the surface with glue.
Step 2 Moisten the tile with water, apply glue, make grooves.
Step 3 After laying the first row, pull a thread along the wall, which will serve as a beacon for laying other rows.
Price for popular models of laser levels
Laser level
Step 4 When gluing tiles, you must remember to leave seams identical in size to the thickness of the tile.
Step 5 Fill all seams with mortar and wipe. Result
Houses sheathed with stone-like facade panels look not only elegant, but fully correspond to your ideas about the appearance of the building - it can be aged, conveying the style of your favorite era, or ultra-modern. At the same time, such a cladding has a long service life, which will provide an attractive appearance for many years. If you want to update the design of the facade, then dismantling and new installation is very easy and can be done on your own. Another important factor is the absence of the need to care for the panels - only occasionally they can be rinsed with water to remove dust.
Especially exclusive are the houses, the facade panels of which are made under wild stone. In this case, their solidity and importance border on impregnability. At the same time, their owners live in comfortable conditions all year round, because, like natural stone, these panels keep cool indoors in summer, and protect them from piercing winds and severe frosts in winter.
Reference. Over the past decades, Russian products have also become competitive. In particular, firms Alta siding, the panels of which withstand frosts down to -50 degrees ° C and heat - up to +60°C, price 1 pc. from 124 rub, and Nordside, which does not use harmful and toxic substances in the manufacture and guarantees 50 year service life, panel price from 105 rub.
Table 3. Leading manufacturers of stone or brick effect tiles.
| brand name | Peculiarities | Panel price / rub. |
|---|---|---|
| Nailite | The US brand produces tiles in 10 unique series, each of which can withstand temperatures from -50 to +50 degrees C. The warranty period is 25 years. | from 890 |
| Dock-R | The German quality of the panels ensures their long service life, confirmed by a 50-year warranty. | from 350 |
| grand line | The Russian manufacturer produces premium-class tiles, for which it gives a lifetime warranty. | from 260 |
And in conclusion, I would like to wish that no matter what type, design and texture the walls of your house were, the main thing is that an atmosphere of love and understanding always reigns inside, filling the hearts and souls of the household with warmth, comfort, light.
Facade finishing is one of the most important events. Not only the appearance, but also the performance of the building depends on it. One of the ways to quickly and efficiently cope with the task is to use facade panels for the exterior of the house. They are different, from different materials with different characteristics and appearance.
Types of facade panels
Facade panels for the exterior of a house are a solid group of materials with different technical characteristics, made from different materials. To choose, you need to at least roughly imagine their appearance, features and properties.
For finishing the facades of private houses
Not all facade panels are used for facing private houses. The point is not that “it is impossible”, but that they do not fit, moreover, almost everything in appearance. Another reason is the complexity of installation and high cost. Today you can find the following facade panels for the exterior of a house of various types. We list all of them below.
facade siding
A well-known finishing material in the form of long planks mounted on a frame. There are traditional options painted in one of the colors, there is an imitation of timber, logs, brickwork.
This is the most affordable material for finishing the facade of a house, but it is too thin and has a low resistance to mechanical damage. Another nuance is that the sunny side fades, and not everyone likes the look.
basement siding
Basement siding is also made of polymers - PVC (vinyl), polypropylene. It is produced in the form of rectangular panels, some with locks along the edges. Basically, they imitate brickwork of different colors and textures, wild or faceted stone.
Basement siding is made from polymers. The cheapest - made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polypropylene
The mass from which the plinth facade panels are formed is colored in mass, therefore scratches and other damages do not differ from the front surface. They differ from facade siding not only in shape and price (more expensive), but also in greater thickness (20-30 mm, versus 15 mm) and more plausible imitation of stone or brick.
Fiber cement façade panels for house exteriors
Fiber cement is an environmentally friendly material that is obtained from a mixture of fiber (small synthetic fibers) and cement. Boards or slabs are formed from the mass, after which they are painted. They were invented in Japan, therefore they are also called “Japanese facade plates”.
Fiber cement boards - a serious finishing material
Disadvantages - a large mass and color of the surface layer (the cement base is visible on deep chips). Dignity - the material does not burn and does not support combustion. If we talk about the price, then Japanese stoves are expensive, but there are analogues of Chinese and domestic production with more loyal prices. Chinese, A-Vent groups, by the way, are of good quality. The company has been on the market for a long time, the reviews are mostly good.
WPC (Wood Polymer Composite)
The wood ground to fibers is mixed with a liquid polymer, a dye is added. Plates or boards (lining, planken) are formed from the resulting mass. This material is used not only for finishing facades, it is used for flooring near the pool, in the gazebo, on the open veranda.
In appearance, and even in tactile sensations, the wood-polymer composite is very similar to wood. The difference is that these "boards" do not need to be painted or varnished. They retain their original appearance for a long time. The disadvantage is a considerable mass and high price. But they are durable, as they are painted in mass, chips and damage (if any) are not visible.
Porcelain stoneware
The appearance of this material is known to everyone, since a thinner variety is used to finish the floor. Facade porcelain tile differs in greater thickness and dimensions.
Facing the facade with porcelain stoneware has serious drawbacks: a lot of weight, the complexity of cutting and installation, which entails a high cost of installation work. And this is a plus to the fact that the material itself is far from cheap. The disadvantages also include an overly pompous appearance, so the architecture must be appropriate. And so, the decoration of the house with porcelain stoneware facade slabs is beautiful, durable, resistant to climatic factors.
Clinker facade panels
This is a multilayer material. A layer of insulation (polystyrene foam) is glued onto the OSB layer (not always available), and a thin clinker tile is glued to it. There is an option only from polystyrene foam and clinker. Produced in the form of rectangular blocks with serrated edges.
Clinker facade panels - finishing and insulation in one "bottle"
The material is expensive, but at the same time durable and attractive in appearance. In addition, thermal insulation characteristics are improved simultaneously with the finish. This is the only material that goes along with the insulation, therefore it is also called facade thermal panels.
So which is better?
It is impossible to say unequivocally which of the listed materials is better. In appearance, many of them are similar, although there are exceptions. For example, porcelain stoneware or facade siding can hardly be confused with anything. But all the rest have a similar flourish. So in this matter you have to focus on your own preferences.
As for the performance properties, there are no clear favorites either. All have features and disadvantages. So, according to these parameters, it is necessary to select facade panels for the exterior of the house, depending on the properties of the material from which the house is built and the need for heat / wind / sound insulation.
For example, vapor-permeable walls are best finished without foam. It does not conduct moisture. At all. In this regard, the use of clinker thermal panels is undesirable. No, you can add vapor barrier material from the inside. The vapor barrier will block moisture from entering the wall, everything will be fine with the finish. But moisture will remain indoors. To remove it, you need a powerful ventilation system, and its installation is an expensive pleasure. And it must be designed at the design stage of the house. So thermal panels can be used on houses made of wood or aerated concrete only if they are mounted on a crate. No direct wall mounting.
If we talk about cost. Of all the listed cheapest way of finishing - facade siding. Next in price are basement siding, fiber cement boards and WPC. And the most expensive are porcelain stoneware and clinker facade panels.
For decoration of industrial buildings and offices
In this section, we list the facade panels that are most often used to decorate offices, industrial, commercial or warehouse buildings. This does not mean that they cannot be used for a private house or cottage. It’s just that their look is not very suitable for “home” in the broadest sense. But houses with non-standard architecture - in the style of techno, minimalism and other similar ones - can be finished very well. They will look even more unusual.
- Metal panels. They are produced in the form of rectangular or square blocks of different sizes. They are made from steel or aluminum. Steel is cheaper, but prone to corrosion. Aluminum do not corrode, but are expensive. This type of facade panels for private houses is also sharply used due to their "noisiness", which makes them the least attractive of the whole group.
Metal facade panels - for houses of non-standard architecture
- translucent panels. This type of facade panels is used for finishing office high-rise buildings. They are made from transparent sheet plycarbonate or double-glazed windows - several glasses installed in one profile. In private housing construction, they can be used for arranging a winter garden, indoor, glazing a large terrace, balcony, loggia. They can be made of transparent material, dyed in mass or sprayed (mainly mirror, on one side). You can, probably, decorate the whole house with translucent facade panels, but for this you need to involve an architect - the material is too demanding on aesthetics, and even with difficult technical installation conditions.
Translucent panels - for decoration of winter gardens, covered verandas, arbors
- . Produced in the form of blocks of large format. These are two metal plates (the front one is very similar to corrugated board), between which a heat-insulating material is laid. Appointment - finishing industrial and warehouse buildings. It is not suitable for private houses for aesthetic reasons, although it can be used for summer cottages if there are no too high requirements for appearance. It is possible to build technical premises from them -, gatehouses,.
Sandwich panels - for fast construction
- Aluminum composite boards. One of the varieties of sandwich panels. Between two flat sheets of aluminum is a layer of composite material. Again, not very common to see in the private sector. There are two reasons - the high price and the same “office” look, although it may be suitable for finishing the basement, since the aluminum composite finish is not as “noisy” as just “metal”.
Aluminium-composite plates - two sheets of metal with a composite layer
As you can see, any of the materials of this group can also be used to decorate a private house. The view will be non-standard. If this is what you need, choose the appropriate option.
Mounting method
Facade panels for exterior decoration of a house are made of different materials, have different shapes, but their installation method is very similar. During the installation process, special elements for fastening can be used, but the device is the same - according to the principle of ventilated facades. In short, the installation looks like this: a lattice is assembled from profiles, and facade finishing panels are attached to it.
Facade panels for exterior decoration of the house are attached to a special frame. It is exposed in a horizontal and vertical plane, after which facade panels are screwed onto it for exterior decoration of the house.
The frame is assembled from metal and plastic profiles, sometimes wooden bars are used. A wooden beam is an economical option, since in most areas of the country it costs much less than metal products. But it is suitable only for materials with low weight and not particularly demanding on the installation system.
Facade and basement siding, fiber cement boards, WPC, clinker panels can be fixed on the bars. Only before installation, the wood must be treated with antibacterial and flame retardant compounds. Bars can be replaced with galvanized drywall profiles. They also do their job well. But we must remember that most facade panels have their own system of profiles with special fasteners. Regular fastening provides, as a rule, hidden installation - without damaging the front surface. Replacing the profiles with a beam, you have to drill holes in the finish for the installation of fasteners, and this is not very good, as it violates the tightness.
The system of ventilated facades is good because at the same time as finishing it is possible to insulate the building, improve sound insulation (lay appropriate materials between the profiles). Another important advantage is that the problem of removing condensate is easily solved. Disadvantage: significant material costs for the fastening system itself (plus the cost of facade panels).
Let's take an example of how to finish the facade with basement siding, fiber cement and clinker slabs. Why these materials? Because pro, and the materials cited are the closest competitors, gradually forcing it out of the market.
Basement siding installation
From the traditional crate for linear finishing materials (siding, for example), the installation of basement siding differs in that the crate must be “in a cage” - profiles / bars must pass at the junction of the panels. Since the basement siding looks like a rectangle, the crate should also look like this. Another feature is the installation of the start and J-profile. They close the sections of the material, give support, give a finished look. They are not so expensive, so it’s not worth it to be smart trying to do without them.
And we must also remember that there are special corner panels for decorating the corners of the building. They are purchased separately, and often have a different color or even a different texture. So even a rectangular or square house looks more interesting.
The procedure for installing basement siding is as follows:
That's the whole installation of basement siding. After the crate is assembled, the process goes quickly (if the dimensions of the panels match and there are no problems with shades).
How to install fiber cement boards
Fiber cement facade panels for the exterior of the house can also be mounted on a crate of wooden bars, but they will have to be fixed through, having previously drilled a hole. Regular frame for the installation of fiber cement boards consists of horizontal and vertical profiles. In this case, the plates can be installed on clamps - special plates for flush mounting.
Frame assembly
The order of work is this:
When fastening with self-tapping screws, they are screwed in so that they fall into the profile. At the same time, one should try to get into the technological recess (the seam between the “bricks”). In this case, the fastening is less noticeable.
Fastening fiber cement boards to the frame
Fastening with clamps is hidden. In this case, the surface of the plate is not damaged. Clamps are attached to the profiles and hold the plates with special tongues. The order of work is this:
- The bottom drain is installed.
- The starting bar is attached.
- The corners are set.
- The first row of plates is placed in the starting bar, fixed with clamps from above. They are put, trying to get into the established profiles.
- The next sheet rests on the ledges on the clamps. On the reverse side of the fiber cement board there is a special seal that guarantees the tightness of the connection.
This installation method is invisible - the clamps are located so that they are behind the panel, and the protruding tongues are closed with the next fiber cement slab.
Most of the ventilated facades are mounted according to this principle, which include all or almost all facade panels for the exterior of the house. The shape of the profiles and clamps is different, the installation step, everything else is very, very similar.
Installation of clinker facade panels
As already mentioned, any facade panels for exterior decoration of a house are mounted according to the same principle, therefore we will only talk about the differences that are specific to clinker thermal blocks.
Features of choice
Their main difference is that they come immediately with a heater - polystyrene foam. When choosing them, it is necessary to choose not only the quality of the clinker (when struck with a metal object, the sound should be sonorous). It is important to choose the right thickness of the insulation. The dew point should be in the thickness of the insulation. This is very important for normal operation (the walls will not get wet and freeze, the house will be warm and dry).
The second important point: on even walls (height difference no more than 3 mm) they can be mounted without crates, directly to the wall. In this case, it is necessary to use long dowels or self-tapping screws (when mounting on wooden walls). Otherwise, a frame is assembled from a wooden beam, which compensates for all the irregularities.
How is installation different?
Other significant installation differences:
Clinker facade panels for the exterior of a house after installation look exactly the same as a house built from clinker bricks. You will not find any differences at first or second glance. Unless the laying is too perfect.
The original decoration of the facade of the house with stone-like panels, the photo of which you see on this page, allows you to get a decorative and respectable facade at the lowest cost. In addition, this type of finish is distinguished by its minimum weight, which cannot be compared with the weight of a facade made of natural stone.
If you are considering finishing the facade of the house with stone-like panels as an option, the photos will help you solve 3 tasks:
- To begin with, choose in which textured version. Will it be a wild stone or will it be a granite paving stone.
- Further, you can already choose the material of the panels that you will use according to the options. Some panels are made of metal, others are made of plastic.
- Having chosen the panel material, you can start searching for a panel manufacturer that is represented in your city.
Thus, if you are planning to finish the facade of the house with stone-like panels, photo options play an important role at the planning stage, allowing you to save money and saving you from buying trial samples.
Which panels to choose - plastic or metal
The choice of plastic or is, as they say, a matter of taste, as well as the influence of specific local conditions.
For example, modern manufacturers of facade panels offer more color and texture options in plastic. But metal panels are more durable.
It turns out that if your house is located on a relatively large fenced area and it is important for you to give it a more decorative look, you can use plastic panels under the stone.
If your house faces a roadway or a pedestrian street path in a village or city with its facade, then you should pay attention to metal panels that imitate. In this case, strength is more important than decorative material.
Finishing the facade of the house with stone-like panels - photo gallery
We also present you several options for finishing the facade of the house with stone-like panels. See photos and choose the options that you like best.
After that, decide on the material of the panels, and then you can start looking for specific color and texture options offered by trade organizations near your home.
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