Siding is a modern facing material that is successfully used for outdoor and interior decoration of houses. There are several types of siding panels - plastic and wooden, base and metal ... We will tell you how not to make a mistake with the choice and not be confused in a huge variety of colors and textures.
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Today, the greatest demand in consumers uses vinyl siding, which is thin and light PVC panels of various shades and textures. Mimicated under natural wood, brick or stone Siding segments are perfectly harmonized with other modern facing materials. The main advantages of PVC panels are a long service life, resistance to ignition, ultraviolet, corrosion and mechanical effects, a wide color palette and an abundance of textures, environmental friendliness, convenience and easy installationDemocratic value. The lack of vinyl siding is a fairly high coefficient of temperature expansion.
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When purchasing PVC siding, be sure to pay attention to the following points:
The panels along the entire length should be the same thickness, otherwise it is not to avoid deformation and the rapid mechanical wear of the material in the fattened areas.
An uniform color of the siding is no less important - it should be the same color and face, and from the inside.
High-quality sheets should be simultaneously durable and flexible, it is possible to estimate the degree of plasticity of the material, bending the panel at the nail edge - good siding is not cracking and quickly takes the initial shape.
Check the quality of the holes under the fasteners - they must be identical size and shape, have smooth and smooth edges without chips and jar.
Carefully inspect the front side of each panel - good siding is smooth and pleasant to the touch surface without spots, bundles and microcracks.
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The base siding is the perfect solution for facing the facade. In terms of its composition, this building material was almost identical to the aforementioned vinyl siding, however, with all its visual similarities with PVC segments, the base panels are much thicker and stronger. Due to excellent characteristics, they perfectly carry the temperature differences, do not let moisture, do not fade, and are also not subjected to corrosive processes and mechanical deformation. Such high-quality and reliable cladding will protect the structure from harsh frost and heavy rains and will retain its aesthetic appearance for a long time.
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The basis for metal siding is hot-dip galvanized steel, and various polymers are used as a panel coating for panels - Polar, polyester or plastisol. A few years ago, such siding was used solely for restoration of dilapidated structures and cladding industrial enterprises and non-residential premises (hangars, warehouses, administrative buildings, shopping kiosks and pavilions), but today it is actively mastered in private house-building. The main advantages of metal panels are durability, fire resistance, environmental friendliness, resistance to sharp temperature differences and mechanical damage, simplicity of installation. The main disadvantage of steel siding is the low level of sound insulation.
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The most natural and environmentally friendly is wooden (he canadian) siding. Such panels are made of natural raw materials (crprided wood), binding polymer resins and processed by special antiseptic compositions. A cladding of wood looks very elegant and exquisitely, in addition, high-quality panels have excellent water repellent properties and thermal insulation characteristics (contribute to the maintenance of heat inside the house). It is worth noting that wooden siding will cost quite expensive and needs proper regular care (delicate cleansing and subsequent impregnation).
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Fibro-cement siding is manufactured by pressing fibrocellulose fibers and high-quality cement. Such plates are distinguished by a stylish "genuine" texture and are an excellent budget alternative to an expensive decorative stone. Cement siding is characterized by good heat and sound insulation characteristics, it is durable and reliable, resistant to the effects of the external environment, absolutely fireproof and, if necessary, is easily restored.
Properly selected siding panels will make your home beautiful, warm and, most importantly, cozy.
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