Lined houses. Modern facade materials for exterior decoration of the house. Option #4 - decorative siding

At the stage of developing a private house project, the customer must determine what material will be used to finish the walls outside. Exterior decoration of the house gives the object a presentable appearance, but thermal insulation also depends on it. provides protection of walls from the negative effects of UV rays, moisture, wind, temperature changes, etc.

There are so many facing materials on the market that the only difficulty is to make the right choice. Someone wants as a result to get a facade that requires a minimum of maintenance, while someone focuses on thermal insulation.

Someone likes natural materials, and someone - modern and high-tech. If you are deciding how to finish the facade of the house, explore the various options for exterior cladding. And our selection will help you with this. So, consider what are the facades of houses in general.

The owners of this house believe that it is better to veneer the house with natural stone

And this is a more budget "version" of travertine -:

The porous shell rock of warm sandy color is also perfect as a facing material:

Over time, its shade becomes darker, but to avoid this, you can cover the surface with a protective varnish. If you are against the use of natural stone, you can revet the house with artificial tiles that repeat the texture of natural material:

Another option is an easy-to-install artificial flexible stone, which is an acrylic slab with an adhesive base:

Facade decoration with bricks

The brick facade is a classic that always remains in fashion. At will, you can choose any shade of brick for cladding. For example, yellow:

Not exactly a brick, it's a foam block with a facing side

Red using clinker:

Very beautiful brick façade

You can choose a gray shade of brick:

Color glazed material of one tone:

Building facade with glazed ceramic bricks

Or combine different colors in one facade:

Cladding of facades with porcelain stoneware

Porcelain stoneware is a frost and wear-resistant tile, which includes both clay baked at an ultrahigh temperature and metal compounds. For facades, the usual one is also used. Thin, in fact, like a regular one, the material can be installed on the glue directly on the prepared surface or on. The latter option is often used in the construction of high-rise buildings, public buildings, but can also be used for facing private houses. Ordinary porcelain stoneware:

And thin porcelain stoneware looks richer due to the wide format of the slab:

Facade cladding with fiber cement panels

It is possible to clad the house with fiber cement panels “under the stone” or “under the tree”. Such panels consist of 90% cement and 10% filler, which determines the texture. Plates are mounted in a "dry" hinged way, on a heater, without the use of adhesive solutions. domestic production: LTM and LATONIT, or others.

Exterior cladding with Japanese panels

The use of cement-bonded particle boards () "under the brick"

You can finish the house outside with siding

Siding - these are the same hinged panels with different textures that imitate natural materials. But, basically, siding imitates wood. from which it is made. Fiber cement siding looks like this:

Metal:

From PVC materials:

Facade cladding with wood

If you decide to use natural wood for decoration, you can stop at one of the options.

clapboard

It is better to use larch resistant to the external environment.

Wood

Facade with beveled rails ("") under the blinds

If you do not want to use natural wood, you can, as an option, under the tree.

Panels imitating natural wood

HPL panels on the facade

HPL plastic on the facade of a private house

ROCK panels

External cladding of the facade under stone or brick

You can choose cladding without insulation or immediately. Do not know how to clad the facade of the house, if you need panels without insulation? Pay attention to the hinged slabs of the altfacade. This is how the version with the tavertine effect looks like:

How to make the facade of the house, if you need immediately with a heater - choose thermal panels. For example, for clinker:

Plaster

You can finish the facade of the house with plaster systems. »:

Plaster "bark beetle":

Plaster "rain":

Structural "torn" plaster:

Venetian plaster on the facade:

A combination of several shades:

Combined facade

If you can’t decide what is the best way to finish the walls of the house from the outside, consider combining different materials.

Combined plaster on the facade

Wood plus brick

Stone effect tiles and wood effect panels

Planken plus polished limestone

It is possible to veneer the facade of a private house with stained glass structures

Makes the house airy and elegant. Glass entrance groups look great:

Stained glass "second light":

Glass facade of a private house

with or without insulation, siding or artificial stone:

Artificial stone panels can be very affordable

It is cheaper to decorate the facade with Alt-panels than thermal panels with insulation

On plaster, you can let dark-colored wooden slats, imitating “Fachwerk”

House facade decor

To ennoble the facade of the house, you can use simple design techniques. Decorative stone inserts in the plinth area:

Beautiful exquisite facade

A canopy over the entrance group decorates the facade

Stone steps complete the façade

You can equip the terrace and glaze it, finish it with wood or decorate it in a Mediterranean style.

When choosing how to sheathe the facade of a house, it is better to be guided by the climatic conditions of the area in which the house is located, the requirements for the stability of the finish, as well as individual stylistic preferences.

Once you have made up your mind, it is not a problem to choose ways to finish the facades.

October 5, 2016
Specialization: facade finishing, interior finishing, construction of dachas, garages. The experience of an amateur gardener and horticulturist. He also has experience repairing cars and motorcycles. Hobbies: playing the guitar and much more, for which there is not enough time :)

Finishing the facade of any building performs several important functions, including the formation of the design of the building, its thermal insulation and even protecting the walls from negative environmental influences. Currently, there is a huge range of finishing materials, which, on the one hand, simplifies the finish, and on the other, complicates the choice. To help you in this matter, below I will talk about several modern finishes, their features and technologies.

General information

Conventionally, all existing options for finishing the facade of a private house can be divided into several types:

• wet (plaster) - involves the use of various plaster solutions that are applied to the walls in liquid form;
• dry - carried out using hinged frames and various panels that are mounted without the use of liquid solutions;
• cladding - in this case, the walls of the facade are pasted over with finishing materials, for example, tiles, stone, etc.;
• brick cladding - consists in the construction of facing masonry around the perimeter of the house.

wet finish

If you are looking for the cheapest finish, then stucco is a great choice as it provides an attractive look to your home while being cheap. True, for objectivity, it is necessary to say about some of its shortcomings:

• wet finish is less durable than dry finish;
• finishing is possible only in the warm season;
• finishing takes longer, while the process itself is more labor-intensive;
• the surface is less durable than when finishing with a dry method, especially for the technology in which the facade is plastered over the insulation.

Keep in mind that there are several types of plastering work:

Rough plastering

Rough plastering is carried out in order to level the walls for subsequent finishing, for example, for painting or finishing with decorative plaster. Cement mortar can be used as a plaster composition. However, if you want the coating to be of really high quality and durable, it is better to use special plaster mixes.

The cost of such mixtures depends on the manufacturer, but in general it is quite affordable:

Below we will briefly consider how to decorate the facade of the house with your own hands with plaster:

1. work begins with the preparation of the facade - removal of the old coating, cleaning from dirt, etc .;
2. then the surface of the walls is covered with two layers of primer;
3. after that, a reinforcing mesh is attached to the walls. The canvases should overlap by about 10 cm. True, if the thickness of the plaster does not exceed 10-15 mm, the mesh can be omitted;
4. if the plaster will lay down in a thick layer, it is necessary to fix beacons on the walls, which will ensure a smooth surface of the walls. To do this, use special profiles that are glued with cement mortar.

Beacons must be positioned so that they are all in the same vertical plane. To do this, use the building level, in addition, you can pull the threads between the extreme beacons on the wall to align the intermediate guides;

1. then, using special equipment or manually with a ladle, as shown in the photo above, a liquid layer of plaster (splash) about 5-7 mm thick is applied to the wall;
2. after the first layer has dried, a second layer is applied with a thickness of not more than 15-20 mm. In the process of throwing it, the composition is immediately aligned with the rule according to the beacons;
3. after the walls are completely leveled, you need to wait for the mortar to set, and then you need to wipe it with a special grater. In this case, it is necessary to remove the beacons and fill the cracks with a plaster solution.

To align the outer corners, special perforated plaster corners should be glued to them.

After the plaster hardens, it is necessary, after which you can proceed with the subsequent finishing.

Decorative plastering "fur coat"

Quite popular is the exterior wall decoration, which is called a "fur coat". It consists in a special application of ordinary plaster mortar to the walls.

To perform such a finish, special equipment is required that supplies the solution under pressure and sprays it. The result is an original texture that resembles a fur coat. Hence its name.

I must say that the "fur coat" is the most budgetary finish. At the same time, you can paint the facade and get a completely presentable appearance of the house.

If you do not have special equipment, you can apply a fur coat with a broom and a stick. In this case, the broom should be dipped into the solution and hit with its base on the stick towards the wall. As a result, splashes will fly onto the wall, providing the necessary texture.

As for the technology of applying plaster, it is extremely simple. Moreover, in this way it is allowed to finish the facade of a plastered house, as well as a non-plastered house, unless, of course, the walls have minor irregularities. The main thing is to make sure that the composition lies evenly.

Applying decorative plaster over insulation

I must say right away that decorative plaster can be applied directly on top of the rough coating, however, as an example, consider the most difficult option - plastering over insulation. This finishing technology is called "wet facade".

To complete this work, you will need the following materials:

• facade insulation - most often mineral mats or expanded polystyrene are used for these purposes;
• adhesive for mounting insulation;
• dowels-umbrellas;
• fiberglass mesh;
• facade decorative plaster - the cost depends on the type of composition of the mixture. On average, the price starts from 340 rubles per bag;
• exterior paint.

When buying, make sure that the brand of insulation is suitable for finishing using the “wet facade” technology. This information is usually found on the packaging.

The finishing process itself is as follows:

1. as in the previous case, work begins with the preparation of the facade and its priming;

1. then the facade is pasted over with a heater. The plates must be located in the same plane and always with dressing of the seams, i.e. on the principle of brickwork. So that the insulation can be aligned with the wall, the glue should be applied in lumps.
   At this stage, window slopes are also pasted over with insulation;

1. further, the insulation is additionally fixed to the wall with dowels. The latter should be located as shown in the diagram above. Dowel caps must be recessed, otherwise they will interfere with further finishing;
2. after that, the existing gaps in the thermal insulation must be filled with scraps of insulation or special foam. In addition, the convex sections should be rubbed with a special grater to end up with absolutely smooth walls;
3. after that, the caps of the self-tapping screws should be puttied with glue, and the metal corners should be glued to all external corners. Thus, preparation for reinforcement is carried out;
4. Next, a fiberglass mesh is glued. To do this, glue a few millimeters thick is applied to the surface of the insulation, after which a mesh is applied to it and embedded in the solution with a spatula. Keep in mind that the mesh should be overlapped and turned over at the corners.
   After the surface has dried, the adhesive is applied again in a thin layer. Wherein you need to try as accurately as possible to level the surface of the walls. This procedure is similar to spatula;

1. after the glue dries, two layers of primer are applied to the surface using a paint roller. Try to prime the walls with a uniform thin layer so that there are no streaks;
2. then decorative plaster is applied. It is best to perform this procedure with a wide small one. It must be leveled on the walls so that the thickness of the layer is practically equal to the grain of the filler;

1. after the composition has set, the surface must be rubbed with the same bevel, making reciprocating or circular movements with it;
2. at the end of the work, the facade is painted. The paint is applied in two layers with a paint roller. Hard-to-reach places can be touched up with a brush.

It is necessary to apply decorative plaster in one go, otherwise the joints of the borders will be noticeable on the surface.

This completes the installation process of the wet facade.

Hinged finish

Finishing nuances

A hinged facade or otherwise dry finish has recently become increasingly popular. This is due to the durability and practicality of such a solution. In addition, facade materials for such decoration are present in a large assortment, which allows you to give the building any design.

Before getting acquainted with these materials, we will briefly consider the features of this technology. It consists in mounting the frame on the walls, which allows you to place insulation and vapor barrier between the sheathing and the wall. Of course, insulation is not a mandatory procedure and is optional.

The process of mounting the frame looks like this:

1. work begins with the preparation of the facade - the extra elements are dismantled, the crumbling and falling off old plaster is removed;
2. if the facade is to be insulated, before installing the frame, you need to fix the vapor barrier mesh on the walls;
3. then vertical racks are installed, which can be used as wooden beams or metal profiles, which are used for the installation of drywall. To fix the racks on the wall, you can use adjustable brackets, which in turn are attached to the wall with self-tapping screws or dowel-nails.
   The principle of installing racks resembles the installation of plaster guides, since they must all be located in the same vertical plane. In this case, the distance from the wall to the rack should be slightly greater than the thickness of the insulation, and the distance between the racks should be equal to the width of the insulation;

1. then a heater is laid in the space between the racks. On top of it, another layer of vapor barrier is attached to the frame;
2. at the end of the work, the slats of the counter-lattice are attached to the frame, to which facade finishing materials for the walls are subsequently fixed. The location of the counter-lattice depends on the type of finishing material and the location of its mounting holes.

This completes the installation of the frame.

Sheathing materials

We got acquainted with the main points of mounting the frame, now I will tell you what materials the frame can be sheathed with.

So, most often for these purposes they use:

• wood finishing materials - such materials include lining, block house, imitation of timber and logs. In addition, recently it has become fashionable to sheathe walls with planken. In fact, this is the same lining, but with beveled ends.

Most often, wood materials are used for private wooden houses, as they are environmentally friendly and allow you to save their natural attractive appearance. The cost of wood materials starts from 300-350 rubles per square meter;

• plastic (vinyl) siding - is a panel that resembles wooden boards in texture. This material is a good alternative to wood, as it does not require maintenance, besides, plastic is cheaper - from 200 rubles per square meter;
• metal siding is another alternative to wood cladding. Externally, the panels reliably imitate the texture of wood, which is applied to the surface in a photographic way.

The disadvantage of this material is the high cost, noise during wind and precipitation, as well as high thermal conductivity. In addition, the cost of the material is quite high, from 400-500 rubles per square meter. Therefore, metal siding is most often used for finishing non-residential buildings;

• plastic facade finishing plates - in terms of performance they resemble vinyl siding, since plastic is used at the base, however, they differ in appearance. Their surface imitates natural stone, tiles, brickwork, etc.;
• basement siding - outwardly it can imitate a variety of finishing materials, ranging from plaster to natural stone. This material differs from wall siding in greater strength and wear resistance. Often it is made of reinforced cement.

• facade cassettes - are square panels that are made of galvanized, aluminum or composite alloys. Typically, this material is not used for finishing residential buildings, as it is more suitable for offices and shopping centers.

Here, perhaps, are all the most common materials for finishing the facades of houses in a dry way. All of them, as a rule, are attached to the frame with self-tapping screws, so their installation does not cause difficulties. The only thing is that some panels require the preliminary installation of a starting profile, which must be located along the perimeter of the building strictly horizontally.

Facing

Considering various types of finishes, it is impossible not to mention wall cladding with materials such as:

• thermal panels;
• clinker tiles;
• a natural stone;
• brick.

Thermal panels

Thermal panels are facade plates, which consist of two layers:

• bases - is a heater made of polyurethane foam, polystyrene foam or extruded polystyrene foam;
• decorative coating - it can be marble chips, clinker tiles or other material that performs a decorative function and protects the insulation from environmental influences.

In this way, thermal panels allow not only to veneer, but also to insulate walls. For their installation, a frame is not required, since fixation occurs with the help of dowels.

The cost of thermal panels depends on the manufacturers and materials from which they are made, but in general, these cannot be called budgetary:

If you are thinking about how to finish the facade for decades, then it is best to give preference to clinker tiles. Some manufacturers give a guarantee of 100 years or even more.

The fact is that this material is really durable and at the same time is not afraid of atmospheric influences. Outwardly, the tile resembles a brick, so the wall finished with it cannot be distinguished from brickwork. And on sale there is a large selection of its colors and shades.

Clinker is glued to the walls like ordinary tiles with special glue. True, this process cannot be called simple, since the tiles must be evenly positioned and the seams must be uniform. In addition, grouting is a rather complicated procedure, so it is better to entrust tiling to specialists.

The cost of clinker tiles starts on average from 1000 rubles per square meter. The cost of tiles from European manufacturers can reach several thousand rubles per square meter.

A natural stone

Natural stone on the facades always looks fashionable and attractive. In addition, this material is practically eternal. True, along with the advantages, it also has some disadvantages:

• has a large weight, as a result of which it exerts a large load on the foundation;
• the cost is quite high compared to other materials - the price of processed stone starts from 800-1000 rudders per square meter. True, in order to reduce the cost of finishing, natural stone can be replaced with its artificial counterpart, made of plastic concrete.

Therefore, stone is most often used for finishing not the entire facade, but only its individual elements, such as the basement, corners of the building, etc.

The stone goes well with other finishing materials - brick, clinker tiles, plaster, etc. In addition, the facade with its use can be decorated with additional decorative elements. For example, the facade mosaic looks very nice.

Brick

Brick has been one of the most popular facing materials for many years. This is due to its attractive appearance, strength and durability. In addition, it reliably protects the walls of the facade from negative influences.

But, like other materials, brick has its drawbacks:

• a lot of weight - therefore, before finishing the facade, it is necessary to complete the foundation, unless the foundation of the house was originally designed for such a cladding;
• high cost - starts from 10-15 rubles per brick;
• rather complicated installation - a high-class bricklayer should deal with facing masonry.

The construction of facing masonry resembles the construction of an ordinary wall in a "half-brick". The only thing is that every three rows must be connected with flexible ties. In addition, air vents should be made at the top and bottom of the wall to ventilate the space between the walls.

Here, in fact, is all the information about how and how to beautifully decorate the facade of the house.

Conclusion

Finishing the facade of the house can be done using different technologies and using a variety of finishing materials. To make the right choice, you should decide on the design of the facade, the budget that you plan to spend on finishing, as well as the tasks of finishing - it can be just decorating the facade or wall insulation.

If you have any questions regarding the facade decoration or the choice of materials, ask them in the comments, and I will be happy to answer you.

Due to the fact that the modern range of building materials is very wide, many owners of private houses have a natural desire to update the facade of their homes, sometimes changing it beyond recognition. However, the problem lies precisely in the fact that due to such an abundance of options and their diversity, it becomes very difficult to choose one of the types of finishes.

Therefore, it is worth considering in more detail the most popular finishing materials for the facades of private houses today, so that it is easier to decide which option is most suitable for a particular building. Well, for starters, it is necessary to determine the range of criteria that a quality product must meet.

Facade cladding selection criteria

It is very important to highlight the points that must be paid attention to when determining the material needed for finishing the facade. In short, the main selection criteria are reliability, aesthetics and affordable price of facing. Each of these points deserves further consideration.

So, for example, you should not save much and stop at the "absolutely budget" option, that is, to the detriment of the quality of the material. We should not forget that the cladding is not only a decor, but also a protective coating for walls, and it must withstand aggressive environmental factors, such as rain and wind, snow and frost, ultraviolet radiation and temperature changes, chemical attack. and dynamic loading.

Not every material is able to withstand the low or high temperatures of certain regions, so it is necessary to take into account the actual conditions in which the material will be used.

It will not be possible to clad the facade of a house very cheaply, but it is quite possible to choose the best option for finishing with high performance, which will have a relatively affordable price.

The selection criteria that you should rely on will help not only save a certain amount, but also clearly highlight certain advantages and disadvantages inherent in certain facade finishes.

First of all, it is worth taking a kind of “tour” along the surrounding streets and paying attention to the finished, recently finished facades of buildings that have stood for at least one or two winters. It is quite possible that this will help determine the material for finishing or, on the contrary, categorically refuse some of them. To do this, you should focus on the condition of the facades of houses, that is, learn from the mistakes of others, as some finishes show their failure after the first season of operation.

So, the first thing that is usually determined when choosing a material for transforming the walls of a house is the appearance being created. Here, each owner relies on his own taste, especially since today a large number of finishes can be found on sale, which, moreover, have an affordable price. If a certain material is planned for its external qualities, then before purchasing it, it is worth familiarizing yourself with a number of operational characteristics:

• Moisture resistant finish.
• Frost and heat resistance.
• Flammability.
• Break resistance.
• The strength and durability of the finish is the service life declared by the manufacturer.
• The complexity of installation and the number of auxiliary elements.
• Resistant to fading, i.e. to ultraviolet radiation.
• The color scheme, texture and similarity of finishes with natural material, if its imitation is chosen.
• Cost of material and accessories.

Then a completely understandable picture will unfold before the buyer, based on which it will already be possible to make a certain choice.

The most popular materials for facade decoration

Today you can find private houses, the facades of which have a variety of claddings, mostly imitating. Finishes are made from polyurethane, metal, cement, gypsum, clay, as well as composite compositions. Piecework is molded into various shapes and some types of finishes are sold as dry mixes or sheets.

So, the list of traditional and innovative materials can be presented as follows:

• Facing brick.
• Facade plaster - ordinary and decorative.
• Siding - "boards" and panels, "block house".
• Ceramic and clinker tiles.
• Sandwich panels.
• Artificial or natural stone.
• Facade wallpaper.

Well, now, it makes sense to consider each of the groups of materials separately and in more detail.

Brick wall decoration

Brick can be used to decorate a house built from different materials. In fact, another wall is being laid out to protect the capital structure. However, for such a finish, it is necessary to strengthen the old foundation by expanding it, or to fill in a new tape, tying it to the existing foundation.

It must be said right away that such a cladding is a laborious and rather expensive process, but the result is not only an aesthetic facade, but also reliable insulated walls. Usually, using this option for finishing the facade, they immediately carry out the insulation of the walls - for this, the gap formed between the main wall and the new brick finish is filled with one of the insulation materials.

Facing bricks are somewhat different from conventional building bricks in the following features:

• It has a shape with a clear geometry and even, neat ribs, which is necessary for high-quality clean masonry.
• It is made in a wide range of shades, textures, shapes.
• It has an increased resistance to external natural influences, so the facing layer is able to reliably protect the building from the influence of an aggressive environment.
• Finishing has the ability to mask all the defects that have formed on the main surface over the years of its operation.
• Facing bricks are characterized by increased thermal and frost resistance, excellent strength characteristics, and operational durability.

Facing a house with brick is quite complicated, and if there is no experience in this work, then it is better not to take it on, but to entrust it to professionals who know all the intricacies of this process.

For laying out such a finish, various types of bricks are used.

• Ceramic bricks are made from clay that has undergone a purification cycle by firing at certain temperatures. This type of brick can have different shades depending on the pigment added to it - light ocher, red or even dark brown.

• Silicate Brick is made from sand and lime by autoclave treatment using steam and high pressure and temperature. This type of product is produced in different shapes and colors. Since its disadvantages are low moisture resistance and heat resistance, it cannot be used for finishing foundation plinths and chimneys.

• made from special types of clay. The molded bricks are well dried and then go through a high-temperature firing process. The result is products with the highest moisture and heat resistance. Therefore, such a facing brick can be used to finish any part of the facade, including the basement.

• Hyper pressed brick made from shell rock, limestone and cement by pressing under high pressure, without the use of firing. This type of product is distinguished by its characteristic surface, which imitates a chipped wild stone. The facing material has a wide range of colors and various geometric shapes, it has high technical characteristics, so its price is quite high. The cladding from it turns out to be very massive, which would require a significant strengthening of the foundation. Usually used for the basement of the facade or for individual decorative inserts

Ceramic bricks have the most affordable price, and clinker bricks have the highest. This can be explained by different production technologies and, accordingly, the characteristics acquired during processing.

In addition, facing bricks can be divided according to the texture of the surface: it can be smooth, embossed, glazed and engobed.

• smooth brick

From this material, a smooth, neat masonry with a matte surface is obtained. Bricks made from any raw material can have a smooth surface.

• glazed brick

It has a glossy surface and differs from the usual smooth finishing material in that it undergoes additional heat treatment during manufacture after applying a special coating on its front surface - glaze. The coating can have different shades, and even drawings look rich, but not always appropriate and, moreover, it is quite expensive.

• engobed brick

This is an improved ceramic version of the brick. It differs in that an additional special layer of clay is applied to the formed blocks before firing, and then they are sent for processing at high temperatures. The output is a perfectly smooth front surface of the brick, which has high protective qualities.

• Embossed brick

This option is typical for any type of brick. It differs from the others by the presence of three-dimensional drawings located on the poke side of the elements - these can be reliefs that have the names "tree bark", "bark beetle", "tortoise", "splintered wild stone" and many others.

Facing brick prices

facing brick

Finishing the facade with brick is a large-scale task!

Not every home craftsman will cope with such a cladding. Nevertheless, it never hurts to learn about the main technological methods: they are set out in a special publication of our portal. This will help you really assess your own capabilities.

Facade plasters

The decoration of the walls with plaster can be called traditional, since earlier it covered almost all the walls of buildings built of bricks, blocks and slabs.

But even in our time, despite the emergence of other, more modern finishing materials, plaster still does not lose its popularity. That is why manufacturers do not abandon production, but continue to improve, supplying various additives that make mixtures and solutions more plastic, durable and beautiful. In addition, additives in the form of hard inclusions are often included in homogeneous compositions of plaster mixtures, designed to form various relief patterns on the wall.

Modern additives can not only make the finish more decorative, but also qualitatively protect wall surfaces from damage under the influence of external natural factors.

Mixtures made using advanced technologies are used not only for brick, block, stone and concrete walls, but also for those made from combustible materials subjected to special treatment before applying decorative finishes. The plaster layer applied to such surfaces can make them more fire resistant and able to withstand external influences, more attractive from an aesthetic point of view.

If it is decided to choose a plaster layer for facade decoration, then it is necessary to clarify on what basis they are made and what characteristics they have. The presented table will help determine the choice of this finishing material:

Variety of plaster mixture Illustration Main advantages and disadvantages
MINERAL PLASTER
The mineral type of plaster is made on the basis of cement and has sufficiently high rates - it is resistance to ultraviolet radiation and ozone, good vapor permeability, resistance to high and low temperatures, durability and strength. Subject to the technology of mixing and applying the solution, its service life is estimated at up to 50 years. In addition, mineral facing mixtures are not combustible, so they will not contribute to the spread of fire. They are environmentally friendly, as they consist of natural raw materials. A layer of 8 ÷ 10 mm of this type of cladding is able to significantly soundproof the premises of the house from outside noise. Mineral plasters are compatible with most building materials from which buildings are erected. However, this material has some drawbacks, which include low elasticity and abrasion resistance, as well as high moisture absorption. It should also be noted that such mixtures have a relatively short shelf life, so they must be used within one to one and a half hours after preparation, since then the solution begins to set, losing its already low elasticity. In order to slow down the setting of the mixture, lime dough is often added to it, which will significantly increase the elasticity of the mass. If the walls are finished with ordinary mineral plaster, then it will need to be covered with one of the decorative materials, which will entail additional costs. Mineral plasters are produced in a dry mix, which requires mixing, as well as in a pasty form, ready for use, but the latter has a higher price. This type of plaster is recommended to be applied to the walls of the house after they shrink - in this case, the layer will not give chips and cracks.
ACRYLIC PLASTER
Acrylic plasters are produced on acrylic and polyvinyl bases. They go on sale in plastic buckets, ready for use. Like other types of plasters, the acrylic mixture has its pros and cons. So, its positive qualities include high adhesion, moisture and heat resistance. Due to the high elasticity achieved by special plasticizers, the mass is easily applied and distributed on the surface of the walls, and does not crack during operation, unlike cement compositions, and does not deform. Therefore, the plastering of the facade can be done before the structure shrinks. Acrylic plaster is used for cladding walls built from various materials - brick, concrete, stone, wood, etc. You should not use this material only for metal surfaces, as they do not interact well with each other. The disadvantages of the acrylic coating include its low resistance to ultraviolet radiation, as it quickly fades under its influence. The service life of this material, in comparison with other types of finishes, is small - it is only 15 ÷ 17 years. Acrylic mixtures tend to set quickly, so the speed of working with them matters. In the absence of experience in plastering, it will be difficult to cope with wall decoration with this material on your own.
SILICATE PLASTER
Silicate plasters are made on the basis of liquid glass with the addition of coloring pigments and mineral fillers. Thanks to these components, the material has excellent performance characteristics. The advantages of silicate mixtures include absolute environmental friendliness, compatibility with almost all surfaces, high strength, water resistance and vapor permeability, resistance to ultraviolet radiation and other natural influences. Plasters based on liquid glass have neutral electrostaticity, therefore they do not attract dust. Excellent adhesion of the mixture simplifies its application to the surface. In addition, such mixtures are not combustible, therefore they can become a protective layer for heaters with low fire resistance. This finish is used not only for facade, but also for interior work, due to its environmental friendliness and lack of smell. Silicate plasters have an affordable price with high technical characteristics, therefore, if the negative properties of this material do not interfere, it will become the best option for facade cladding. The negative factors of the silicate finish include only two points - this is its quick setting and solidification, as well as the preparation of the walls for its application with special primers. In addition, no other compositions will subsequently fall on silicate compositions - even facade paints will be required exclusively on a silicate basis, and they, as a rule, do not differ in the richness of the palette.
SILICONE PLASTER
Silicone plasters can be called the most reliable and durable finishing material from this series. They are made on the basis of silicone resins and are sold in plastic buckets, ready to use. The advantages of silicone-based mixtures include high elasticity and excellent adhesion with a prepared surface, resistance to ultraviolet rays - plaster practically does not fade, vapor permeability and water resistance, the ability to protect wall surfaces from mold, resistance to high and low temperatures, as well as the ability to self-clean under the effect of atmospheric precipitation. Thanks to all the mentioned qualities, the coating of the facade with this material is quite durable. The only drawback of the material is that the price is too high, but given that the wall covering does not have to be repaired for a long period, then it will be quite adequate. If there is a desire to repaint the facade in a different color, then it will be quite simple to do this, since any water-soluble coloring compositions are applied without problems to this type of plaster.

All described plaster solutions can be supplied with fillers, which are intended to create decorative relief patterns on the surface of facade walls.

Prices for facade plaster

facade plaster

These additives can be granite, lime or marble chips, mica, quartz sand of different fractions, or polymers in the form of granules. It is with the help of these additives that the surface can be made uniformly rough or vertical, horizontal or chaotic grooves can be created on it.

Decorative finishes can be made on the same bases, which create a durable layer of stone chips on the surface. This version of the plaster can be purchased ready-made or even made independently by adding the selected version of the mineral crumb to any of the facade finishing solutions.

Possible components of decorative plaster	Purpose of materials
Cement	Acts as a binder for the rest of the plaster ingredients.
Lime	Lime is an excellent plasticizer, which gives the mortar flexibility and ease of application to surfaces, and also prolongs the pot life of the mixture.
stone chips	This additive gives the finish a decorative effect and creates a reliable protection for the main wall. Stone chips can have different fractions, ranging from fine powder to 5÷6 mm. The created effect of wall cladding will depend on this.
washed sand	This ingredient is mandatory in cement-based mortars - it gives them strength, provided that the proportions are correctly chosen.
ground mica	This component is necessary to give the surface of the walls a reflective effect.
Coloring pigments	They are used as a decorative additive that colors the mixture in the selected color.
Acrylic, liquid glass, silicone resins	These substances are used in expensive mixtures as binders instead of cement.

Decorative embossed plasters - the widest possibilities for wall decoration!

If the reader has a desire to choose just such a finish, then he can learn more about it in a special article on our portal, completely devoted to application.

Facade siding - "boards" and panels

Siding, due to the variety of types and ease of installation, has gained great popularity among the owners of private houses. This finishing material is somewhat reminiscent of lining, but differs from it in that it has a special fastening, which facilitates the installation of "boards" and panels on facade walls.

It can be made of polymer (PVC), wood, metal. The panels are given different colors, and most often the lights imitate natural finishing materials.

It is produced in the form of wide and narrow "boards" - lamellas or large-format panels. The cladding elements are fastened horizontally with an overlap, and for this, a perforated bar located in the upper part of the board or panel is used, through which the fixing parts are screwed. This design allows the siding to reliably protect the walls of the house not only from moisture, but also from other influences of an aggressive environment. Under this cladding (between the guides of the frame structure), one of the insulation materials can be installed.

On a brick or concrete wall, as well as when mounted on top of an insulating material, the siding cladding is fixed to a pre-fixed crate. If a wooden house is being finished, then the lamellas and panels can be installed and fixed directly to the walls using wood screws.

The table shows the comparative characteristics of siding from various materials:

Index	Vinyl (acrylic) siding	metal siding	wood siding
Lamels (boards)
Panels
Raw materials for the manufacture of cladding	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)	Galvanized steel or aluminum, polyurethane coating	natural wood
Installation temperature	From -10 to +35 degrees	Not limited	Not limited
Operating temperatures during operation	-50 to +50 degrees	-50 to +80 degrees	-80 to +80 degrees
Ignition temperature	Not combustible, melting at + 450 degrees	Not combustible, deformation occurs at high temperatures	From + 300 degrees
Fire safety	Does not support combustion	Does not support combustion	combustible
Hygroscopicity	Non-hygroscopic	Non-hygroscopic	Hygroscopic
Sensitivity to temperature changes	Medium	Low	Medium
Surface treatment	Not required	Not required	Impregnation with antiseptics and flame retardants
Coloring	Not required	Not required	Staining, staining, varnishing
Color Range	About 20 shades + imitation of the texture of natural materials	More than 100 shades + imitation of the texture of natural materials + decorative coatings.	Various shades of wood
Color restoration	Impossible	Coloring is possible	Special coatings available
Types of surface textures		Smooth, embossed and embossed	Smooth
Use of panels and lamellas of different sizes	Impossible	Impossible	maybe
Mounting		Easy to mount and fix	Quite difficult
Resistance to mechanical stress	High, but becomes brittle at low temperature	Medium, deformed from impacts	High
Scratch resistance	High	Medium	High
Sound and thermal insulation	Medium	Low	High
Cladding care	Requires cleaning	Easy to clean with water	Requires maintenance - cleaning and possibly replacing the coating
The weight	1.8÷2.25 kg/m²	3.9÷5.8 kg/m²	Depends on the type and quality of wood.
Cladding thickness	0.7 - 1.2 mm	0.48 - 0.61 mm	20 - 40 mm
Maximum lamella length	up to 3660 mm	up to 6000 mm	up to 6000 mm
Environmental friendliness		Quality confirmed by certificates	Eco-friendly natural material
Low	Low	High
Service life with proper installation and care	Up to 50 years old	Up to 50 years old	Up to 50 years old

A variety of siding is also a “block house”, which is also made in panels and boards from any of the materials mentioned above, but differs in its shape, which imitates the surface of a log, so the building finished with this type of cladding looks like a wooden frame.

Siding prices

Facade tiles

Has good performance characteristics. With the advent of modern production technologies, tiles for the exterior cladding of houses acquire higher aesthetic indicators and qualities that extend their service life. A wide range of facade tiles allows you to choose it for every taste and according to the available financial possibilities.

To opt for one of the options for this material, it is worth briefly considering the characteristics of some of the most popular of them.

The name of the tile according to the material of manufacture Appearance Main characteristics of the material
A NATURAL STONE
Natural materials always attract with their environmental friendliness and this significantly differs from the facings that imitate them. However, it cannot be said that they “consist” only of virtues. The "pluses" of natural finishes include strength and frost resistance, resistance to chemicals, durability, aesthetic and presentable appearance. The disadvantages of natural plates can outweigh their advantages, since they are quite significant. So - this is a high price for the material itself and its installation. The lining has a rather large weight and lower adhesion than artificial materials. For finishing the facade, the following types of natural stone are used: - Marble and granite of various shades, which has a dense structure and endures various external influences. – Sandstone, which has a porous structure and is considered to be a rather soft agglomerate, therefore, during its installation on the wall, if necessary, it can be easily cut. Due to the above qualities, as well as a relatively affordable price, it is often used for facade cladding. - Limestone is another stone available for sawing or cutting, but without special treatment it is not recommended to use it for exterior decoration, as it is not resistant to external natural influences. The stone begins to crumble, losing its strength and aesthetic appeal.
FAKE DIAMOND
Artificial stone is an imitation of natural stone tiles and is made from such cement, sand, gypsum, acrylic binders and synthetic fibers. In addition, stone chips are added to some of its types. Depending on the material of manufacture, the characteristics of the finishing material may vary. It should be noted right away that the gypsum version of the cladding is more suitable for interior design. Decorative acrylic stone is used for both exterior and interior wall decoration, as it has high reliability and durability, which is reinforced by the synthetic fibers included in the finishing material. Acrylic is able to withstand mechanical stress, it is non-hygroscopic, does not absorb pollution, and is distinguished by numerous shades, as well as aesthetic appearance. Decorative facing stone, made on a cement basis, has a more affordable price, unlike other finishing options in this series, and, moreover, having high technical characteristics. Concrete stone is great for facade work, as products made in compliance with the technology have even higher strength and resistance to external influences than natural stone.
CERAMIC TILES
Ceramic tiles are popular for finishing both indoors and on the facade of the building. This finishing material is made from clay, and the process of its manufacture is almost the same as for bricks, that is, the tile is fired for many hours until the clay and additives included in the mixture are sintered. The result is an almost non-hygroscopic finishing material. There are several types of tiles, each of which has its own purpose. To finish the facade, unglazed ceramic tiles with a relief surface, which imitates natural stone, are most often used. Ceramic finishes are distinguished by a wide range of colors, aesthetics, as well as resistance to environmental changes and external influences. Properly laid material will last at least 50 years. It is very important to choose the right adhesive composition and securely close the seams between the tiles with grout, because if moisture begins to penetrate into the gaps between them, the cladding will not last long on the wall.
CLINKER TILE
Clinker tiles are also made from clay, but for this, special varieties of it and a special high-temperature firing technology are used. The tile imitates natural stone or the surface and shape of a brick, so on the wall, when the cladding is completed, a very reliable imitation of brickwork is obtained, which is almost impossible to distinguish from the real one. The facing material has high strength and durability. Clinker tiles have a number of advantages over conventional ceramic finishes - these are high frost resistance and strength, resistance to mechanical stress, aggressive environments and ultraviolet rays. The disadvantage of this cladding is that it will cost much more than conventional ceramic tiles.
TERRACOTA TILE
Another option for ceramic facade decoration is terracotta tiles, which are also called “architectural”. This material differs in that it is made from already fired kaolin clay without the addition of chemical pigments. Different shades of cladding are achieved by mixing several types of clay, so the palette can vary from light beige to dark brown. The surface of the tile can be rough or smooth and glazed. The advantages of terracotta finishes are heat resistance up to + 1000 degrees and frost resistance, as well as resistance to temperature extremes, relatively low hygroscopicity, durability, environmental friendliness of the material. Affordable price, which is lower than the cost of clinker and natural stone, allows you to save some money. The disadvantages of terracotta can only be called the lack of a variety of colors, but its warm ocher and brown shades will fit well into any facade design solution.

It is very important to know what to look for when choosing such a finish for the facade, as the recommendations will help you acquire high-quality material that will be easier to mount on the wall, and keep in good condition during operation.

• Tiles for exterior decoration can be corrugated or smooth. A smooth surface is easier to care for compared to embossed options, since dirt practically does not linger on it.
• When buying a finishing tile, it is necessary to check all packages, as the material must be from the same batch. In the case of buying cladding from different batches, the tiles may have different shades, so it is recommended to mix elements from different batches with each other in order to achieve a uniform color of the facade.
• There should be no defects on the products - cavities and cracks.
• When choosing a cladding, you should pay attention to the service life declared by the manufacturer, as well as “estimate” the cost of annual maintenance of the cladding, which includes cleaning and treatment with protective agents.

Facade finishing panels

Facade panels are one of the most sought-after and original finishes, as they can be selected to suit every taste. Many of them are also distinguished by ease of installation on the walls.

Such cladding is made from different materials - plastic, metal, fiber cement, a composite of sand and polymers, wood and even glass. The convenience also lies in the fact that the panels are made not only in various formats, but also with a different number of layers. Multilayer panels provide an insulating layer, therefore, by cladding the facade with them, two problems can be solved at once - insulation and decorative finishes.

Facade panels are assembled on the wall into a single coating that can protect the building from various external influences. The panels, as a rule, have a relatively small weight, so it is quite possible to clad the walls of an old house built from any materials with them.

Type of panels according to the material of manufacture Appearance The main characteristics of the panels
POLYMER SAND PANELS
Polymer sand panels are made from polymers, sand and pigments that give the cladding the desired shade. This finishing material is great for decorating facades, fences, loggias and balconies, as well as for stoves and fireplaces. The panels are made by pressing and firing at a temperature of 1200 degrees, which brings the components to sintering into a single mass. Thanks to this technology, the lining acquires high strength and durability, low hygroscopicity, resistance to chemical compositions, and high wear resistance. The panels are light in weight, easily assembled into a single structure and do not require reinforcement of the foundation, so they can be completely lined with walls on their own. Polymer sand plates increase the thermal insulation of walls, perfectly hide their flaws, while leveling the surface. The panels are produced in a wide range of colors and can have a different relief pattern and size - they can be combined with other finishing materials, for example, with decorative plasters. The facing material is resistant not only to high, but also to low temperatures, which can be -60÷65 degrees. It is easy to care for such a cladding, since all contamination is easily washed off with plain water. These panels are in perfect harmony with the tiled roof, as they are painted in shades close to it. Polymer sand panels can be single-layer, and they are also used in the manufacture of thermal panels, mounting the outer decorative layer.
METAL PANELS
Metal panels are made of galvanized steel or aluminium. They can have a smooth or profiled surface with a polymer coating that protects the metal from corrosion and gives the cladding an aesthetic appearance. The metal used for the production of this type of cladding can have different thicknesses, ranging from 0.55 mm. To cover the metal, polymers are used - pural, polyester and plastisol, which give the surface a glossy or matte sheen. Metal panels are characterized by a long service life, which is more than 30 years, resistance to low temperatures, corrosion, alkalis and acids. The material is absolutely incombustible, shock and water resistant, a variety of colors, ease of installation and operating temperatures, leaving a range from -45 to +50 degrees. The disadvantages of such a cladding include the fact that it does not create any thermal insulation for the walls. Therefore, if the surfaces need to be insulated, you will have to purchase additional insulating material.
VINYL PANELS
Facade panels made of polyvinyl chloride have gained the greatest popularity among the owners, as they have an aesthetic appearance, a variety of embossed surface patterns, and at the same time they have a very affordable price. The products are easily assembled into a single cladding with a latch lock, and fixed to the wall with self-tapping screws. Other positive qualities of vinyl panels include durability (30 years or more), low flammability - G1, good water resistance, inertness to biological and corrosive decomposition, light weight of facing plates, which is only 5 kg / m², resistance to ultraviolet radiation, low thermal conductivity . Vinyl tiles also have their drawbacks. At low temperatures, the material becomes brittle, and if mechanical stress is applied to it, the plates may be damaged.
DOUBLE-LAYER THERMOPANELS
Two-layer wall thermal panels consist of an outer decorative layer, which is made of metal, a polymer composition (for example, polyurethane), clinker tiles or decorative concrete, as well as an insulating polyurethane foam or polystyrene foam layer having a thickness of 40 to 100 mm. Due to the multi-layered panels and the special assembly design, this cladding provides excellent thermal and sound insulation of the walls. The advantages of thermal panels can be considered a long service life of 30 to 50 years, resistance to low temperatures, to external influences. This type has low thermal conductivity and high moisture resistance, low weight and a wide temperature range, which range from -50 to +100 degrees. The panels are easy to mount on the wall and require virtually no maintenance. The disadvantages of thermal panels include the instability of the insulation material to open fire, therefore it is recommended to purchase a finish in which extruded polyurethane foam is used as a heater, since it has the property of self-extinguishing.
SANDWICH PANELS
Another option for insulating the facade of the facing material is sandwich panels, consisting of three layers, two of which are made of different materials - it can be PVC, fiberboard, magnesite board or galvanized metal with a polymer paint coating. Between the outer sheets there is a plate of insulating material - mineral wool, polyurethane foam or expanded polystyrene of different densities. This type of facade cladding perfectly protects the walls from wind and low temperatures, and also provides them with good sound insulation. In terms of thermal conductivity, a sandwich panel with a thickness of 100 mm corresponds to the same quality of slag concrete 950 mm thick, brick - 1400 mm, aerated concrete - 600 mm. Therefore, this facing material is well suited for the facades of houses located in regions with a harsh climate. Sandwich panels are mounted according to the “groove-thorn” principle, therefore they create an airtight coating for the facade.
FIBER CEMENT PANELS
Fiber cement panels are made from cement, mineral fillers and cellulose fibers - the latter make up about 10% of the total volume of the mixture and are an effective reinforcing additive. Panels made of this material are great for finishing the walls of not only new, but also old houses, as they are relatively light in weight due to the hollowness of their design. The slabs are fixed on a crate made of a metal profile and a wooden beam treated with a special primer, which is pre-installed on the wall. Between themselves, the plates are often connected with a tongue-and-groove lock. The surface of the panels can have different relief patterns imitating brick or masonry, wood texture. A protective polyurethane or acrylic coating is applied on top of the relief, and in some cases the surface is finished with a layer of stone chips. The thickness of fiber cement panels can vary in the range of 8÷15 mm, and their specific gravity - 16÷30 kg/m². The “pluses” of this type of facing material include a long service life of 25–30 years, high resistance to ultraviolet radiation, since the substances that make up the material of the plates have the ability to absorb sunlight, high heat and frost resistance, inertness to biological and corrosive decomposition, absolute incombustibility, low thermal conductivity, good sound absorption and environmentally friendly finishes. Fiber cement panels also have their own “minuses” - this is a rather high hygroscopicity, reaching up to 7%, which can lead to deformation processes of the plates, low impact resistance of the cladding, as well as the fact that some of the plate models are uncoated and require painting, which associated with additional costs.
GLASS PANELS
Glass facade panels are rarely used in private construction - they are mainly used for office buildings or supermarkets, so this cladding is classified as a representative class. However, sometimes such a finish is still used for certain sections of the facades of private houses. For facade panels, different types of glass are produced, which differ in impact resistance (class A), designed to protect against vandalism and burglary (class B), bulletproof glass (class B). In addition to these options. tempered, reinforced, laminated (triplex) glass is used. Armored glass has a thickness of up to 6 mm and can be primed and painted in any shade, as well as have a decorative pattern on the surface. In addition, glass can be mirrored, frosted, opaque and transparent. Glass granulate foam boards are one of the varieties of this type of panels. They are reinforced with fiberglass mesh on both sides and 26 mm thick. Colored glass can be fixed on the surface of these panels, or they can be decorated with stone chips with a fraction of up to 6 mm, metal plates up to 2 mm thick, which imitate precious metals. Another type of glass front plates are crystallized panels. This option is made from inorganic substances, and the creation of a crystallized glass panel occurs in processes close to the natural processes of granite formation. Therefore, the technical characteristics of these panels sometimes exceed those of granite and marble. The "pluses" of glass panels include low thermal conductivity, high sound insulation, especially for laminated options, as they have a sound-absorbing effect. Tinted glass panels reduce the effect of ultraviolet radiation on the rooms inside the house, and mirror plates reflect the sun's rays, preventing the rooms inside the building from heating up. Corrugated glass coated with metal oxide is also an excellent reflector. The disadvantages of glass panels can be considered the complexity of the calculation and installation of the structure, as well as the high price for drafting the project. Glass panels are mounted on an aluminum profile frame in three ways. The crossbar facade (classic) consists of an internal frame assembled from crossbar posts and an external profile, clips and decorative covers. Frameless facade (structural). When installing the facade in this way, the frame is not installed, and the glass is glued to the aluminum frame profiles from the outside. This design is one of the facade units - a cassette, from which all or part of the wall is mounted. The cassettes are fastened together mechanically through the holes provided in the aluminum frame. From the outside, the joints between the cassettes are sealed with a sealant that is similar in appearance and properties to the glass structure. The spider facade has the most original glazing, but it is most often used in the construction of public buildings.

facade wallpaper

Facade wallpaper is a new type of exterior decoration of buildings, which has recently appeared on the Russian construction market. The most famous products are those of the German company Erfurt.

Despite the fact that the material has not yet gained wide popularity, many builders have already appreciated the convenience of working with it. It is very convenient that the wallpaper is sold in combination with all the components necessary for installation - these are the canvases themselves in rolls, profiles with reinforcing mesh, special glue designed specifically for this material, as well as paint for the final stage of work.

So, in order to have an idea of ​​what this kit is, it is worth considering each of its components.

• Cloth facade wallpaper

Facade wallpapers are supplied in rolls 710 mm wide and 20 meters long. The canvas is made from synthetic fibers, but does not contain polyvinyl chloride, formaldehyde, heavy metal compounds and plasticizers. Therefore, the material is safe for both humans and the environment.

In addition to the environmental friendliness of facade wallpaper, they have a number of positive qualities, such as resistance to ultraviolet rays, temperature extremes, vapor permeability and frost resistance. One or another textured pattern is usually clearly visible on the canvases.

• Reinforcing adhesive

The second most important component of the system is a reinforcing adhesive made on the basis of an acrylic copolymer. The composition of this adhesive has a fairly thick consistency, so it is able to hide minor flaws on the surface of the wall.

The adhesive mass is sufficiently elastic and well compatible with the cement base, so it is easy to work with, and after drying it becomes resistant to external natural influences such as rain, snow, wind, sunlight. The glue is applied to the prepared base with a roller, and if the mass becomes too thick, then it is quite possible to dilute it with water.

• Profiles with reinforcing mesh

These elements, equipped with a reinforcing mesh, are necessary when gluing facade wallpapers, since their purpose is to fasten the sheets at joints, corners, junctions, etc., creating a monolithic coating on the wall.

So, the kit should include:

- the starting (closing) profile, shown in the lower figure, is installed horizontally along the lower and upper parts of the wall, as well as on the sides of the pasted surface and at the joints of the canvases, where the element is mounted vertically;

- the corner profile is designed to strengthen the corner parts of the facade walls, including on the slopes of door and window openings, as well as to create their clear lines.

These elements are mounted on the walls using the same adhesive that is used to stick wallpaper.

• Facade wallpaper paint

The final stage of finishing is painting the facade wallpaper in the chosen color. Experts recommend using Alligator brand facade paint, which is reinforced with silicone resins, has a high degree of diffusion, without creating tension to the pasted wallpaper. In addition, thanks to the Guard technologies, where fungicidal and algaecidal additives are used, such paint is able to protect the base on which it is applied from any biological damage.

The paint has good hiding power, which is achieved even when applying a thin layer. The dried layer of paint takes the form of a mineral matte coating, which is highly resistant to moisture, including heavy rains.

It should be noted that such paints are widely used for restoration work during the reconstruction of architectural monuments - and this says a lot!

Benefits of facade wallpaper

This type of finish, which is rather unusual according to our concepts, has many advantages compared to other facade materials:

• Durability of finish - the manufacturer guarantees a 30-year service life.
• Walls covered with facade wallpaper look like ordinary smooth or embossed plaster, but unlike it, cracks will never appear on the surface.
• A fairly simple installation of the coating compared to putting the walls in order with the help of plaster compositions. Before sticking wallpaper on the surface of the facade, it does not need to be carefully leveled - this work will be done by the glue applied under the wallpaper. The only thing that needs to be done is to seal the cracks with elastic sealants.

Facade wallpaper can be called a unique material that can create a German-style high-quality aesthetic and reliable coating for the walls of a house. Of course, this finish has a great future.

For those who are interested in this innovative method of finishing the facade, it will be useful to familiarize yourself with the presentation video:

Video: Advanced technologies for building decoration - facade wallpaper "Erfurt"

So, having familiarized yourself with the numerous materials intended for, you can choose the appropriate option. Having settled on one of them and having learned its cost, it is necessary to immediately calculate all the additional elements for its installation, and only after that it will be possible to estimate the approximate scale of the upcoming costs. It must be borne in mind that components, alas, sometimes run up in price up to an amount comparable to the cost of the main finishing material.

The final stage in the construction of a country house is finishing, which includes, among others, facade cladding. The range of finishing materials is huge, and for the right choice consider their characteristics and features. applications.

What is the facade cladding of a country house for?

Most modern building materials have excellent thermal insulation properties and high strength, but their appearance is unassuming. Therefore, the facade cladding is included in the project of a newly built country house.

Modern materials allow you to build a house in any style, regardless of the material of the walls. In addition, often homeowners resort to facade decoration during the restoration and repair of old houses - it gives them a new look.

Facade cladding has not only a cosmetic effect, in addition, it protects wall material from harmful factors: sun, wind, moisture, improves the thermal insulation characteristics of the building. In general, properly executed wall decoration extend the life of the building.

Types of modern finishing materials for the facades of private houses

The choice of modern facing materials is diverse, when choosing them, the following factors are usually taken into account:

• protective and thermal insulation properties;
• resistance to external influences and service life;
• application area;
• complexity of finishing works;
• price.

All materials used for facade cladding have their advantages and disadvantages, and the task of the developer is to find the best option for your home.

Plaster

This popular finish most often used for finishing walls made of bricks and building blocks.

• well protects the walls from atmospheric moisture, creates an additional heat-insulating layer;
• increases the fire resistance of walls;
• the plaster is vapor-permeable, which ensures good removal of moisture from the inside of the room;
• work can be done independently;
• different types of decorative plaster differ in price, it is easy to choose an affordable option;
• plaster can be combined with other types of finishes, choose any color scheme and texture.

Application of decorative plaster.

The disadvantages include rapid destruction of the plaster layer due to improper application and operation of the building.

1. mineral plaster based on cement and additives - the simplest and cheapest option. Its advantages include strength and high moisture resistance. Mineral plaster is sold in the form of dry mixes and has an unattractive gray color, but it is easily painted in any shade with facade paints. Service life - from 3 to 10 years.
2. Acrylic plaster- ready mix with various decorative textures on the basis of pitches, it differs in plasticity and resistance to moisture. Scope of acrylic plaster - walls insulated with polystyrene. Service life - from 10 to 15 years.
3. Silicone polymer plaster- the most expensive of analogues, it is distinguished by high quality coating, durability and resistance to pollution. It does not absorb dust and does not collapse when exposed to chemical compounds, so silicone plaster can be used to decorate buildings located near cities and highways. Finishing will last at least 25 years.
4. Silicate facade plasters based on liquid glass are characterized by good vapor permeability, they are often used for finishing houses made of gas silicate. It is plastic, easy to apply, allows you to create different textures, is not afraid of dirt and dust and retains a fresh appearance for 20-25 years.

Designers often use plaster in combination with other finishing materials: stone, decorative bricks and tiles. This technique allows you to refresh the facade, create accents, for example, on window openings, columns or corners.

Finishing facades with natural or artificial stone

The stone can be used not only for decoration, but also as an independent decoration. This type of finish is not cheap, but durable and allows you to give the house a rich appearance.

Natural stone is a heavy material, therefore they are used to decorate walls made of bricks or blocks that can withstand the weight of the cladding. The stone has an irregular shape and requires adjustment, as well as grouting.

An alternative to natural is artificial stone. It is lighter and much more affordable, imitates different types of stone, easier to mount on the surface of the walls. Like natural stone, it does not burn and is not destroyed by moisture.

Clinker tiles and thermal panels

This type of finish is a ceramic tile that imitates clinker bricks (see photo). Finishing bricks are a good way of cladding walls on their own, but they are usually fixed at the stage of laying the walls. Clinker tiles can be used for renovation and restoration of old buildings which makes it more versatile.

Clinker thermal panels combine two functions: insulation and finishing. Due to their size, the finishing work time is significantly reduced, and the appearance of such a house is no different from a building finished with bricks.

Clinker tiles have a natural color range from sandy to dark brown, it has strength and moisture resistance, does not burn, does not contribute to the development of mold. This finish is durable, with proper installation will last at least 50 years.

Porcelain stoneware

Porcelain tile is an artificial material that is not subject to shrinkage, moisture-proof and durable.

It can be mounted on a special glue, like a finishing stone, but the moisture resistance of porcelain stoneware will help retain moisture inside the walls. Therefore, porcelain tiles are more often used in ventilated facades.

This method of finishing involves fastening a crate made of a metal profile to the wall, on which porcelain tiles are mounted using special fasteners. Between tiles and wall leave a ventilated gap or lay a layer of fibrous insulation that allows moisture to be removed from the walls.

The richness of colors and sizes of porcelain tiles make it a popular finishing material for country houses. Service life - not less than 25 years.

Repairing a ventilated porcelain stoneware facade is very simple: the damaged tiles are removed and replaced with new ones.

Siding - polymer or metal finishing panels used in ventilated facades.

With their help, you can finishing new houses or restoring old ones buildings from any material. Vinyl siding has more natural and muted colors, while metal siding has brighter colors. There are varieties of finishing panels that imitate wood or stone. Fasten the siding to the crate of a bar or metal profile.

• affordable price;
• easy installation;
• resistance to atmospheric moisture;
• does not require painting, does not rot;
• can be used for wall decoration of any material.
• with improper fastening, temperature deformation is possible;
• vinyl siding is not durable, it can be damaged upon impact;
• light shades of siding get dirty quickly.

wood finish

wood - the most environmentally friendly material. Due to the ability to “breathe”, wood finishing is possible both for wooden buildings and for brick and block houses. Like siding, fastening of wooden trim is carried out according to the ventilated facade method.

The frame is made of bars, between which insulation boards can be laid. All wooden elements must be treated with an antiseptic, and the finishing material itself is recommended to be painted or coated with wood preservatives.

Finishing wood can have a different shape: block house - imitation of rounded logs, imitation of timber, planed facade board.

Advantages of wood finishes:

• natural breathable material;
• wood can be mounted on any walls, installation does not require special skills;
• the tree is easily painted in any, including natural shades;
• the price of materials is moderate.

Significant disadvantages include:

• low fire resistance;
• susceptibility to decay;
• the need for periodic processing.

What material is better and cheaper for the exterior of the house?

Having considered the description of facing materials, we can draw conclusions and make a choice. For cladding the facade of a wooden house, it is better to use a ventilated facade made of siding or finishing wood. This finish will allow the house to "breathe", it not afraid of shrinkage and seasonal deformations, perfectly harmonizes with the style of a wooden house.

For finishing a house made of bricks and blocks, plaster, finishing stone or tiles are excellent, as well as ventilated facades with any finish.

When using waterproof materials Efficient exhaust ventilation is essential in the house, otherwise high humidity, condensation and mold cannot be avoided. Over time, this can lead to the destruction of the walls.

Finishing the facade of a private house: instructions

Each type of exterior wall decoration has its own technology, the main stages of which are given below.

Rules for applying plaster:

1. Before applying the finishing plaster, the walls are cleaned of mortar residues, cracks and shells are sealed, and the seams are leveled.
2. When applying plaster on top of the insulation, you need to fix it well.
3. If the intended layer of plaster is more than 10 mm thick, a reinforcing mesh must be fixed to the wall.
4. Beacons are set up to obtain even coverage.
5. The solution is kneaded strictly according to the instructions indicated on the package, in the amount that can be used at a time.
6. Ready-made solutions must be thoroughly mixed before use.
7. The prepared wall is primed.
8. The first layer of plaster is applied by spraying, subsequent leveling layers are applied with a spatula and leveled with a rule, and figured spatulas and rollers are used to create decorative textures.
9. If a layer of paint is applied over the plaster, the plaster must be dried well, and for better adhesion and reduced paint consumption, it is recommended to pre-prime.

Rules for installing a ventilated facade:

1. It is not necessary to remove the old coating from the walls if it provides a strong fastening of the frame.
2. It is recommended to cover the wall with a wind-moisture-proof vapor-permeable film.
3. The frame of the ventilated facade is made of a metal profile or wood, depending on the facing material, fixing it to self-tapping screws or nails.
4. Insulation can be laid between the racks of the frame.
5. The facing material is attached to the frame using special fasteners or self-tapping screws, nails.
6. If necessary, the lining is treated with flame retardants, color and protective composition.

Rules for facing with stone, clinker or tiles:

1. Level the wall with cement mortar.
2. Prime the wall to improve adhesion.
3. Facing stone or tile is placed on a special solution suitable for this type of finish.
4. After the glue has dried, the joints are grouted.
5. To improve the appearance and performance, natural stone can be coated with a special varnish. This will ensure shine and the absence of white plaque from salts.

Facing the facade with clinker tiles.

Facing the facade of a country house - guarantee of its beauty and durability. By choosing the material you like, the homeowner will be able to realize his ideas and make the house a real cozy family nest, give it charm and originality for many years to come.

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Professional advice on decorating the facades of houses with modern materials photo

The beauty of the house is evidenced not only by the decoration of its interior, but also by a carefully made and well-groomed facade. Facade cladding should be matched to the style of the house. The facade of a private house can be decorated in different ways. Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials.

Facade of the house: what and how to veneer it

• Finishing facades with plaster photo
• Finishing the facade with facing bricks
• Finishing the facade under a stone photo
• timber façade trim
• Finishing the facade of a private house: wood imitation

In addition to plaster, you can choose brick, stone and wood. There are many facade finishing methods, so it is worth thinking carefully about how to actually decorate the walls of the house, remembering first of all that you will have to face it every day.

1. Finishing facades with plaster photo

Plaster is the cheapest material for facade cladding. Thin-layer plaster is mainly used as the top layer in seamless insulation systems (based on foamed polystyrene). In order for plaster to decorate a house for many long years, it must be carefully executed.

More and more colored plaster appears on the construction market. A wide range of colors allows you to make an original and unusual facade.

Several types of thin-layer plaster are carried out.

one). One of them is cement-lime plaster. It is very efficient and resistant to biological corrosion. Thin-walled plaster absorbs water quite well and is resistant to shrinkage, which can lead to plaster cracking during the bonding process. Its main advantage is high breathability and durability.

2). The second type is silicate plasters, they are resistant to rain and polluted air. As a disadvantage, they have low air permeability, unlike cement-lime plaster. They are less ductile, so they cover small shrinkage cracks that occur in traditional plaster.

2. Finishing the facade with facing bricks

Brick facades are beautiful and always relevant. Brick, front and silicate are used for this. They can lay out the entire wall or only their fragments. Finishing facades with this type of material is best taken into account immediately when designing a house structure, because it is easiest to build such a facade when the walls of the house are three-layered, the outer layer is also a facade.

A brick facade is more durable than a plaster one. But several conditions must be met.

1) Bricks must withstand weathering and corrosion.

2) In addition, the façade must be carefully crafted - the joint must be complete and the brick must be impregnated (especially in places exposed to moisture).

3) Regular care and maintenance procedures are also required.

4) It is necessary to fill the damaged seams.

There are quite a lot of facing and clinker bricks on the construction market. They differ in size, color and different facial pattern. Due to the use of lime for their production, the bricks have an alkaline reaction, so they do not develop fungus and mold.

Finishing the facade under a stone photo

Facades made of stone, which until recently were on public buildings, have been decorating residential buildings for some time. Such facades are very spectacular, durable, resistant to mechanical damage and weathering, but, unfortunately, heavy and expensive.

The stone is suitable for cladding wall elements that are particularly susceptible to decay, as well as window sills and corners of the house. It also looks beautiful on prominent elements of the house, such as on walls, around windows and doors.

Finishing the facade with timber

The wood on the facade looks very impressive and noble, but requires care in laying and maintenance. Any type of wall can be lined with wood. Although this material is softer than stone or brick, it is durable.

The main condition for success is the correct choice of wood type, its proper protection from decay and pests, and careful installation. The most commonly used facade board of this breed:

Before laying, the wood must be impregnated with a special compound, preferably under pressure. Wooden cladding is attached to the grate and nailed with galvanized nails to avoid rust spots on the boards.

Facade wood is sold as finished profile elements or as a panel from which they will be cut. They can be used on their own or combined with stone or brick.

Finishing the facade of a private house: wood imitation

Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials is always not only beautiful, but also healthy. The latest architectural trends look to nature for inspiration. Therefore, more and more often wood, stone or even metal are used on facades. Unfortunately, these materials are expensive. They also have other disadvantages. It is difficult to transport, and their processing and installation require professional knowledge. Some materials require appropriate maintenance.

If, despite this, the choice is made in favor of a wooden, stone or metal facade, then you can choose to imitate these materials. Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials. Thanks to which you can create an elegant facade of the house at an affordable price.

New technologies allow, through the use of mineral plaster, facade slabs that look like natural materials, for example:

• granite,
• pine wood,
• oak wood and others.

For those who are looking for an original and modern appearance of the facade, experts advise using paints with a metal effect. The plaster painted by them can have the color of silver, aluminum or gold. It will be in harmony with both glass and concrete and wood.

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Finishing the facade of the house using modern materials, its types and photo examples

After large-scale construction phases are completed, it is necessary to think about what materials will be used for finishing the exterior surfaces of the building. The construction market is replete with a variety of offers, offering a huge selection of decorative designs. Therefore, the decoration of the facades of houses with modern materials, the photos of which are collected in the selection, can be done in a completely different style and direction.

Types of facade decoration with modern materials

More recently, the main conditions were the reliability, durability of the facade of the house. Today, there is a significant increase in the requirements for materials, the main task of which is the decoration of the facades of the house, the photos of which are presented in the selection.

Basic operating conditions:

• strength - outside the design is not subject to destruction even during the strongest gust of wind;
• frost resistance - high-quality finishing materials for the facades of private houses do not crack as a result of external influences;
• water permeability - the outer layer should not interfere with the removal of excess moisture;
• presentable appearance - decorative finishing of facades is able to decorate any residential building.

Modern materials for finishing the facade of private houses have the ability to counteract any negative factors and at the same time perform a decorative function. How to finish the facade of the house? Consider the most popular options for finishing the facade of a private house.

Decorative plaster

It is used as decorative finishing of a facade of the house. Qualified specialists, using a finishing material, create unique relief planes that imitate natural raw materials.

Finishing the facade of the house with plaster is carried out using a cement-sand mortar, it contains special additives that provide excellent surface protection. To finish the facade, it is necessary to arrange heat and waterproofing, which will require a heater.

Facade decoration with bark beetle has recently gained great popularity. The latest finishing technology allows you to achieve excellent results in the shortest period of time. To do this, manufacturers offer to choose a ready-made solution in buckets, a dry mix in bags. Finishing the facade of a private house with a bark beetle is carried out in conjunction with the insulation of the outer walls. Recently, the decoration of the facades of a private house of bark beetles is becoming increasingly popular.

Various types of acrylic-based paints are used for decorative treatment of the renovated surface - this helps to provide maximum protection for the facade of the building, creates a durable outer coating. Finishing the facades of private houses, photo selection contains the most popular types of plaster.

Clinker tiles and bricks

A new element of decoration, created from refractory types of earthen clay. During the production process, clay is subjected to heat treatment at the highest temperatures. Thanks to this, the facing brick for the facade becomes strong and durable.

Decorative brick has a number of positive qualities: heat resistance, environmental friendliness, a variety of shapes and ease of maintenance. The surface can be matte, glossy, rough or antiqued.

A variety of colors allows you to use clinker bricks for decorative facades, plinths of country houses, combine frames around interior or entrance doors, arched openings. The photo clearly demonstrates the brickwork of the house.

Clinker tiles - small clay plates. Building materials have a similar shape, size range and colors, similarity allows you to decorate the house with clinker tiles. With clinker tiles, the photo of which is presented below, you can decorate the facade of any house.

Unique decorative elements will help create a beautiful pattern on the corners of the walls. The facades of one-story houses lined with clinker tiles look the most attractive, a selection of photos is presented below.

Porcelain stoneware

Durable building material is made from artificial materials by pressing slip powder, followed by firing at elevated temperatures. Finishing the facade with porcelain stoneware has gained particular popularity due to the presence of a certain number of positive properties in the finishing material.

Porcelain stoneware has a large margin of safety and reacts poorly to external mechanical influences.

The good appearance of the material is ideal for exterior wall decoration. The plinth can have bright colors, iridescent stains, or imitate natural stone, various tree species.

Finishing the facades of buildings with porcelain stoneware is carried out in two ways:

• ventilated - plates are securely attached to a frame made of galvanized or aluminum guides;
• "wet laying" - porcelain stoneware is attached to the surface of the walls with special glue.

Which way to choose, everyone decides for himself.

Facade cassettes

These materials belong to the group of facing materials, thanks to which you can easily transform an apartment building, office building or a small shopping pavilion. Various materials are suitable for finishing the facades of private houses.

Composite cassettes are complete designs with curved edges. When installing the walls, a continuous coating is obtained. Durable and reliable material successfully resists various mechanical influences and negative environmental conditions. Fastening of cassettes with a facade can occur in various ways. First of all, it depends on which profile will be used. There are two options for connecting elements: hidden and open.

With a hidden type of fastener, the profile of the upper element is securely fixed to the profile of the lower one. This type of assembly allows you to create a fairly strong cladding in a short period of time.

During the open fastening, each finishing tile for the facade is fixed at the corners on the supporting frame. This method provides a perfectly even continuous coating. Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials, a photo gallery of the best design solutions is presented below.

A variety of type-setting panels is made of vinyl-polymer materials. The advantages of the material are:

• ease of construction;
• ease of assembly;
• low cost.

Before finishing the basement or walls of the house with siding, the photo of which is presented below, you do not need to carry out long preparatory work. Finishing the facade with siding allows you to successfully hide all the bumps and roughness of the surface.

High-quality material during operation is not subjected to deformation, swelling or peeling. Mold does not form on its surface, insects do not start. Thanks to these positive qualities of the material, finishing the facade of a wooden house with siding is considered the most profitable solution. The most original versions of the design of the house with siding, photos are presented below.

Natural and artificial stone

Stone is rightfully considered the most reliable type of finishing of external surfaces. Both natural and artificial stone are equally used for cladding. Decorative tiles for facade decoration made of natural material create a durable protective coating, which in terms of service life is comparable to the period of use of the building itself. An artificial stone facade differs from its natural counterpart only in a relatively low price and a rich selection of textures and colors. Before choosing a stone as the main finishing material, it should be noted that it has a lot of weight, so it cannot be used to finish a house with a weak foundation.

If the laying technology is not followed, some stones may fall off during operation, so you will have to regularly restore the original appearance of the surface. Finishing the facade with stone is a complex and time-consuming process, so you should strictly follow the entire installation technology and not violate the stages of finishing the facade. The original decoration of the facade of the house, a photo of unique residential buildings.

The range of panels is simply amazing in its diversity. Some types of decorators are used to decorate home interiors. Each type of facade panels has its own design, dimensions and installation method.

What is the best way to finish the facade of the house? To answer this question, you should show options for the most popular panels:

• metal - are made from galvanized metal sheets, on which a polymer coating is applied with a thin layer. The polymer layer has a different relief and bright color, which allows using the profile to create a unique combined version;
• fiber cement - the textured surface allows you to perfectly imitate a variety of materials, for example, decorative plaster, brick and stone masonry or tile lining. The panels are made from cement with the addition of loose cellulose and synthetic fibers. Practically do not burn out and possess special durability;
• wooden - modern panels are made from wood fiber, pressed under high pressure, the composition of the material includes polymer compounds. The selected material has a low weight and a beautiful surface, decorated with natural veneer. The service life is less than similar models, but at the same time they are much cheaper; this allows you to periodically change the profile and panels;
• OSB boards - waterproof OSB panels include molten paraffin or ceresin. The material is produced in large sheets, so it is possible to cut OSB panels of suitable size right on the spot;
• SIP panels - a material unique in its properties is a multilayer insulating panel. SIP incorporates insulation, surrounded on both sides by OSB sheets. The layers are interconnected with a special polyurethane adhesive. Expanded polystyrene is used as a heater.

metal Wooden OSB boards SIP panels Fiber cement

SIP panels are distinguished by the highest degree of thermal insulation, excellent sound insulation. The light weight of the structure allows the use of SIP panels for various bases, in some cases a shallowly recessed tape one is sufficient. Thanks to the use of SIP panels, a classic "Canadian" house can be built in a few weeks. SIP panels react poorly to the effects of an external aggressive environment.

Wet facade

The design of the "wet facade" consists of a certain number of layers. Interlayers are called adhesive, heat-insulating, reinforced and protective and decorative, each layer has its own purpose.

Facades of this type have a wide range of applications due to the fact that all components are ideally combined with each other and are able to show excellent results, high frost resistance, water resistance, vapor permeability.

Finishing a house of the “wet facade” type requires certain skills, so you should not carry out laborious work on your own, it is better to contact specialists, only in this case you can achieve excellent results and extend the life of the material for a long time.

Wet facade system

Recently, wood facade decoration is gaining more and more popularity. The external surface of the building, finished with a board or timber, has a lot of positive qualities and advantages:

• environmental friendliness;
• moisture resistance;
• durability;
• ease of care;
• unique design.

A house finished with natural boards or timber will last much longer if you choose the right kind of wood. Experts advise giving preference only to those trees that grow in your area. This is necessary because they are better adapted to weather conditions and are much cheaper than foreign models.

It is possible to reduce the impact of weather conditions and aggressive external environment on natural material by appropriate surface treatment and preliminary preparation of the material.

What is better to choose and how will the construction of a residential building go? The choice always remains with the owner. Here it is necessary to take into account many nuances, starting from the economic side of the issue and ending with the technical capabilities of the building. Only when all the above conditions are taken into account, you can be sure that the facade decoration of private houses, the photos of which are presented below, will be of high quality and durable.

Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials, photo gallery of options

Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials, photos of possible methods and recommendations of specialists. Characteristics of each method, their advantages and disadvantages.

Modern facade materials for exterior decoration of the house

The modern range of materials for finishing the facades of private houses is so huge that only professionals can freely navigate this variety. It is difficult for a simple layman to understand the names and compositions, it is even more difficult to choose a high-quality finish for a specific wall material, to take into account all the nuances associated with insulation and ventilation.

Therefore, more and more facade work is trusted only by professional builders. But you can figure it out on your own, thereby saving a considerable amount of money.

This article will consider the most popular materials for facade decoration, and will also talk about the most modern materials that have appeared on the construction market in recent years.

What is it, the ideal facade

Not all materials are suitable for exterior decoration of the house. After all, the outer facing layer takes on all the loads: the influence of weather conditions, temperature changes, the scorching sun, wind, pressure from the supporting structures and much more.

In order to adequately withstand all of these factors, the exterior finish must have a number of special qualities:

1. The facade should be beautiful, because it is the face of a private house. The appearance of the finish must be in harmony with the surrounding area and the structure of the building.
2. The finish must be durable, because it simply must last at least 15-20 years in order to be replaced during the next overhaul of the house.
3. Weather conditions such as frost, intense heat, rain, snow and wind are not dangerous for high-quality facade finishing. The wall covering should not crack, peel off, lose its external attractiveness, burn out, etc.
4. It is desirable that the facade coating material has the ability to "breathe", that is, it is breathable. If the selected finish does not have this quality, it will be necessary to arrange ventilation of the facade, and this is an additional cost and time.
5. A good facade plays the role of a heater, it retains heat without releasing it outside the walls of the house. Modern finishing materials, as a rule, meet such thermal requirements.
6. In no case, the facade decoration should not burn or emit toxic substances during the melting process - the safety of the residents of the house depends on this.
7. Microorganisms, fungi or insects must not spread in the finishing material. After all, it is mold, bugs and other troubles that become the root cause of the appearance of microcracks, and subsequently the complete destruction of the facade.

What are facades

Facade structures and their type depend on the material from which the house is built, on the climate in the region, and on the wishes of the owner.

All types of facades, in accordance with the method of installation, are usually divided into two large groups:

• "wet" facade - one that is mounted using special building mixtures (adhesive or cement compositions, etc.)
• "Dry" facades are attached to the house using mechanical devices, such as fasteners, special systems and additional equipment.

For those materials that do not allow air to pass through, that is, they do not know how to "breathe", ventilation is necessary. If the ventilation of the facades is not provided, in the end, the walls will become wet, condensation will accumulate on the insulation, which will lead to rotting of the material and loss of its insulating properties.

Depending on whether there is a gap between the finish and the wall of the house, the facades are divided into:

• ventilated - when there is an air gap between the wall and the exterior;
• non-ventilated are attached directly to the wall or to the insulation.

Facade plasters

One of the most ancient ways of exterior decoration is wall plastering. Modern facade plaster has a lot of useful properties, it protects walls well from external factors and decorates any building.

The advantages of facade plaster are many:

• rapid improvement in the appearance of a private house;
• the possibility of painting the plaster in any shade;
• moisture resistance;
• resistance to ultraviolet radiation;
• ability to endure frost and heat;
• good thermal insulation qualities;
• vapor permeability, that is, the ability to "breathe";
• ease of installation and low cost.

Mineral facade plaster

The most popular finish is mineral plaster. Such material provides the facade with sufficient attractiveness, as it has a very large range of colors and textures.

The facade of mineral plaster does not fade in the sun, microorganisms do not start in it, which means that the walls will not become moldy. Mounting mineral plaster on the walls of the house is very simple, installation can be done both on bare walls and on a layer of insulation.

The mineral composition is responsible for the incombustibility of the finish, so this type of facade is a good solution for houses that are insulated with flammable materials.

The main disadvantage of mineral plaster for facades is its low elasticity - cracks and chips quickly appear on the walls. This finish will last from 10 to 18 years.

Acrylic plaster for facades

This type of facade finish is very elastic, so cracks on the walls of the house, most likely, never form. Another plus of acrylic finishes is durability, because it will last at least 20 years.

This material is moisture resistant, not afraid of frost and temperature changes, does not fade in the sun. The cost of acrylic plaster is slightly higher than mineral. The main disadvantage of such a facade is its flammability, so it is impossible to use plaster together with mineral wool, for example.

silicate plaster

The most durable type of facade plaster is silicate finish. It is made on the basis of potash glass; such a facade will serve for a very long time - at least 30 years.

This finishing material has many advantages:

• it does not burn;
• does not attract dust;
• stretches well;
• easy to clean;
• does not deteriorate under the influence of moisture, temperature and ultraviolet;
• retains heat very well.

Silicone plaster for the facade of a private house

The most expensive, but also the most durable option for finishing exterior walls with plaster. Silicone material does not burn, is easy to apply, absolutely does not absorb dirt, can be mounted on any type of insulation, has a long service life.

Silicone finish is applicable in all climates and in the most polluted cities.

stone finish

Stone walls are the most durable and decorative solution of all existing ones. The cost of natural stone is very high, so this finish is often combined with other types or replaced with artificial stone.

Decorative (artificial) stone is much cheaper, and weighs much less, which is important for facade decoration. The advantages of stone walls are obvious:

• the facade is very durable, almost never needs repair;
• the high aesthetics of this option for finishing the facade of the house is beyond doubt, the stone fits perfectly into any style;
• the material is environmentally friendly;
• the stone does not deteriorate from moisture, sun and cold;
• the walls of the house are very resistant to mechanical damage and wind load.

Artificial stone is able to imitate any natural rocks (from slate and sandstone to marble and granite), has a wide palette, and is practically not inferior in quality to natural. But the cost of artificial stone trim will still be very high.

Brick cladding

For the decoration of facades, not simple building bricks are used, but its decorative types. Each type of facade brick has its pros and cons, but all materials from this group share common qualities:

• excellent appearance;
• mass of textures and colors;
• different shapes and sizes;
• good resistance to negative manifestations of the external environment.

Depending on the type of raw material, there are several main types of facade bricks:

1. Clinker. The best, but also the most expensive type of brick finish. It is made from plastic baked clay. The material has a very high strength, serves for several decades, does not lose its visual appeal. The disadvantage, in addition to the cost, is the difficult installation on the facade, since the clinker brick is very heavy.
2. Ceramic brick. This is the most accessible and familiar type of finish, which is made from clay and hardened by firing. There are a lot of textures and colors for such facades. They are durable, environmentally friendly, retain heat quite well. The disadvantages of finishing are considered to be a high coefficient of moisture absorption, the appearance of salt spots, and increased fragility.

• Hyper-pressed brick is made from cement, shell rock and other compounds that are pressed in a semi-dry way. Outwardly, this finish is similar to ceramics, but the properties of the facades are slightly different. Pressed brick has a lot of advantages, but this facade finish also has disadvantages: it absorbs moisture, has a tendency to form dark spots, and does not retain heat well.
• The silicate finish is made from sand and cement in special autoclaves. Production is inexpensive, so the price of the material is low. Silicate facades are the most popular, they are strong, durable, beautiful, but heavy and not very warm. In addition, silicate finish is not suitable for the facades of those houses that are located in the northern regions with harsh winters.

Ceramic granite facades

Porcelain stoneware based on quartz sand and clay is very durable, but also quite heavy. For facades, porcelain tiles are usually used, the thickness of which is from 12 to 16 mm.

This finish is very beautiful, textured, looks good on any walls. The material does not absorb moisture at all, therefore it does not collapse and does not change color. But the tile is very expensive, so it is used quite rarely.

Facade siding

Decorative siding is one of the most popular facing materials. It is inexpensive, with excellent decorative qualities and easy installation. In addition, facades sheathed with siding are very durable (up to 50 years), they retain heat well. Often siding is used to decorate very old houses - the structure is instantly transformed.

There are several types of outdoor siding:

1. Initially, the walls began to be finished with vinyl siding, which is able to imitate almost any surface (from wood to natural stone). It is difficult to be disappointed in this finishing material, because it is cheap, but resistant to external factors, very durable, easy and quick to install.
2. The simplest house can be finished with wooden siding, and it will look like an expensive natural log house. This cladding is made for wooden facades: boards or timber. The facades are beautiful, they do not require additional insulation, but the wooden finish will not last long.

• Another facade material is metal siding. These are steel sheets coated with a thin layer of zinc or colored polymers. The facades are beautiful, they serve for a long time and are well maintained, but they do not retain heat and strongly let extraneous sounds into the house.
• Cement siding is obtained by pressing cellulose and cement. The performance of this finish is equated to stone. Siding does not burn, but it is heavy and difficult to mount on facades.

The newest materials for finishing facades

It is necessary to familiarize yourself with less popular, but no less high-quality, types of finishing the facades of private houses. There are few such options:

• sandwich panels that help to simultaneously insulate and clad the house;

• glass panels, which are rarely used in private housing construction, but they look very impressive;
• concrete siding is a beautiful and durable, but very heavy material that requires strengthening the foundation of a private house;
• facade wallpaper - the newest type of finish, reminiscent of plaster, but many times more durable and durable.

Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials, the photo of which is presented in this article, has one general trend: the main purpose of the cladding today is to decorate the house.

But do not forget about other tasks of finishing the facade, such as protecting the walls and structures of the building from external factors. Finishing is required to contribute to the insulation of the house, its sound insulation, and it must also be durable. For those who plan to decorate the facade of their house on their own, simple installation and a minimum of additional elements will be important.

Finishing the facades of houses with modern materials photo

Modern facade materials for exterior decoration of the house

The final stage in the construction of a country house is finishing, which includes, among others, facade cladding. The range of finishing materials is huge, and for the right choice consider their characteristics and features. applications.

What is the facade cladding of a country house for?

Most modern building materials have excellent thermal insulation properties and high strength, but their appearance is unassuming. Therefore, the facade cladding is included in the project of a newly built country house.

Modern materials allow you to build a house in any style, regardless of the material of the walls. In addition, often homeowners resort to facade decoration during the restoration and repair of old houses - it gives them a new look.

Facade cladding has not only a cosmetic effect, in addition, it protects wall material from harmful factors: sun, wind, moisture, improves the thermal insulation characteristics of the building. In general, properly executed wall decoration extend the life of the building.

Types of modern finishing materials for the facades of private houses

The choice of modern facing materials is diverse, when choosing them, the following factors are usually taken into account:

• protective and thermal insulation properties;
• resistance to external influences and service life;
• application area;
• complexity of finishing works;
• price.

All materials used for facade cladding have their advantages and disadvantages, and the task of the developer is to find the best option for your home.

Plaster

This popular finish most often used for finishing walls made of bricks and building blocks.

Advantages of plaster:

• well protects the walls from atmospheric moisture, creates an additional heat-insulating layer;
• increases the fire resistance of walls;
• the plaster is vapor-permeable, which ensures good removal of moisture from the inside of the room;
• work can be done independently;
• different types of decorative plaster differ in price, it is easy to choose an affordable option;
• plaster can be combined with other types of finishes, choose any color scheme and texture.

Application of decorative plaster.

The disadvantages include rapid destruction of the plaster layer due to improper application and operation of the building.

Types of plaster:

1. mineral plaster based on cement and additives - the simplest and cheapest option. Its advantages include strength and high moisture resistance. Mineral plaster is sold in the form of dry mixes and has an unattractive gray color, but it is easily painted in any shade with facade paints. Service life - from 3 to 10 years.
2. Acrylic plaster- ready mix with various decorative textures on the basis of pitches, it differs in plasticity and resistance to moisture. Scope of acrylic plaster - walls insulated with polystyrene. Service life - from 10 to 15 years.
3. Silicone polymer plaster- the most expensive of analogues, it is distinguished by high quality coating, durability and resistance to pollution. It does not absorb dust and does not collapse when exposed to chemical compounds, so silicone plaster can be used to decorate buildings located near cities and highways. Finishing will last at least 25 years.
4. Silicate facade plasters based on liquid glass are characterized by good vapor permeability, they are often used for finishing houses made of gas silicate. It is plastic, easy to apply, allows you to create different textures, is not afraid of dirt and dust and retains a fresh appearance for 20-25 years.

Designers often use plaster in combination with other finishing materials: stone, decorative bricks and tiles. This technique allows you to refresh the facade, create accents, for example, on window openings, columns or corners.

Finishing facades with natural or artificial stone

The stone can be used not only for decoration, but also as an independent decoration. This type of finish is not cheap, but durable and allows you to give the house a rich appearance.

Natural stone is a heavy material, therefore they are used to decorate walls made of bricks or blocks that can withstand the weight of the cladding. The stone has an irregular shape and requires adjustment, as well as grouting.

An alternative to natural is artificial stone. It is lighter and much more affordable, imitates different types of stone, easier to mount on the surface of the walls. Like natural stone, it does not burn and is not destroyed by moisture.

Clinker tiles and thermal panels

This type of finish is a ceramic tile that imitates clinker bricks (see photo). Finishing bricks are a good way of cladding walls on their own, but they are usually fixed at the stage of laying the walls. Clinker tiles can be used for renovation and restoration of old buildings which makes it more versatile.

Clinker thermal panels combine two functions: insulation and finishing. Due to their size, the finishing work time is significantly reduced, and the appearance of such a house is no different from a building finished with bricks.

Clinker tiles have a natural color range from sandy to dark brown, it has strength and moisture resistance, does not burn, does not contribute to the development of mold. This finish is durable, with proper installation will last at least 50 years.

Porcelain stoneware

Porcelain tile is an artificial material that is not subject to shrinkage, moisture-proof and durable.

It can be mounted on a special glue, like a finishing stone, but the moisture resistance of porcelain stoneware will help retain moisture inside the walls. Therefore, porcelain tiles are more often used in ventilated facades.

This method of finishing involves fastening a crate made of a metal profile to the wall, on which porcelain tiles are mounted using special fasteners. Between tiles and wall leave a ventilated gap or lay a layer of fibrous insulation that allows moisture to be removed from the walls.

The richness of colors and sizes of porcelain tiles make it a popular finishing material for country houses. Service life - not less than 25 years.

Repairing a ventilated porcelain stoneware facade is very simple: the damaged tiles are removed and replaced with new ones.

Siding

Siding - polymer or metal finishing panels used in ventilated facades.

With their help, you can finishing new houses or restoring old ones buildings from any material. Vinyl siding has more natural and muted colors, while metal siding has brighter colors. There are varieties of finishing panels that imitate wood or stone. Mounted on a crate made of a bar or a metal profile.

Advantages of siding:

• affordable price;
• easy installation;
• resistance to atmospheric moisture;
• does not require painting, does not rot;
• can be used for wall decoration of any material.

Flaws:

• with improper fastening, temperature deformation is possible;
• vinyl siding is not durable, it can be damaged upon impact;
• light shades of siding get dirty quickly.

wood finish

wood - the most environmentally friendly material. Due to the ability to “breathe”, wood finishing is possible both for wooden buildings and for brick and block houses. Like siding, fastening of wooden trim is carried out according to the ventilated facade method.

The frame is made of bars, between which insulation boards can be laid. All wooden elements must be treated with an antiseptic, and the finishing material itself is recommended to be painted or coated with wood preservatives.

Finishing wood can have a different shape: block house - imitation of rounded logs, imitation of timber, planed facade board.

Advantages of wood finishes:

• natural breathable material;
• wood can be mounted on any walls, installation does not require special skills;
• the tree is easily painted in any, including natural shades;
• the price of materials is moderate.

Significant disadvantages include:

• low fire resistance;
• susceptibility to decay;
• the need for periodic processing.

What material is better and cheaper for the exterior of the house?

Having considered the description of facing materials, we can draw conclusions and make a choice. For cladding the facade of a wooden house, it is better to use a ventilated facade made of siding or finishing wood. This finish will allow the house to "breathe", it not afraid of shrinkage and seasonal deformations, perfectly harmonizes with the style of a wooden house.

For finishing a house made of bricks and blocks, plaster, finishing stone or tiles are excellent, as well as ventilated facades with any finish.

When using waterproof materials Efficient exhaust ventilation is essential in the house, otherwise high humidity, condensation and mold cannot be avoided. Over time, this can lead to the destruction of the walls.

Finishing the facade of a private house: instructions

Each type of exterior wall decoration has its own technology, the main stages of which are given below.

Rules for applying plaster:

1. Before applying the finishing plaster, the walls are cleaned of mortar residues, cracks and shells are sealed, and the seams are leveled.
2. When applying plaster on top of the insulation, you need to fix it well.
3. If the intended layer of plaster is more than 10 mm thick, a reinforcing mesh must be fixed to the wall.
4. Beacons are set up to obtain even coverage.
5. The solution is kneaded strictly according to the instructions indicated on the package, in the amount that can be used at a time.
6. Ready-made solutions must be thoroughly mixed before use.
7. The prepared wall is primed.
8. The first layer of plaster is applied by spraying, subsequent leveling layers are applied with a spatula and leveled with a rule, and figured spatulas and rollers are used to create decorative textures.
9. If a layer of paint is applied over the plaster, the plaster must be dried well, and for better adhesion and reduced paint consumption, it is recommended to pre-prime.

Rules for installing a ventilated facade:

1. It is not necessary to remove the old coating from the walls if it provides a strong fastening of the frame.
2. It is recommended to cover the wall with a wind-moisture-proof vapor-permeable film.
3. The frame of the ventilated facade is made of a metal profile or wood, depending on the facing material, fixing it to self-tapping screws or nails.
4. Insulation can be laid between the racks of the frame.
5. The facing material is attached to the frame using special fasteners or self-tapping screws, nails.
6. If necessary, the lining is treated with flame retardants, color and protective composition.

Rules for facing with stone, clinker or tiles:

1. Level the wall with cement mortar.
2. Prime the wall to improve adhesion.
3. Facing stone or tile is placed on a special solution suitable for this type of finish.
4. After the glue has dried, the joints are grouted.
5. To improve the appearance and performance, natural stone can be coated with a special varnish. This will ensure shine and the absence of white plaque from salts.

Facing the facade with clinker tiles.

Facing the facade of a country house - guarantee of its beauty and durability. By choosing the material you like, the homeowner will be able to realize his ideas and make the house a real cozy family nest, give it charm and originality for many years to come.