Eurocell –
the UK’s leading manufacturer, distributor and
recycler of PVC-U window, door, conservatory and roofline products – is
bringing a touch of the American East Coast to these shores with the launch of
Coastline, a New England-style lightweight composite cladding range.
Ideal for
refurbishment or new build, Coastline can transform existing low-rise housing
stock, giving it a modern, contemporary feel, or provide new properties with a
touch of class and kerb appeal.
Made from
an innovative patent-pending composite material, it guarantees up to 10-years
of weatherproof performance thanks to its unique composition: it offers minimal
contraction and expansion whatever the weather conditions, come frost, rain or
shine.
It is also
versatile and can be installed on buildings up to three storeys in height
(18m), benefits from BBA certification and has been exhaustively fire tested in
the UK by Exova Warringtonfire to conform to BS
EN 13501 (Fire Classification for Construction Products).
What’s
more it doesn’t just protect and preserve the fabric of the building. It does
it in style, with a range of six attractive New England colours: Anthracite
Grey, Moondust Grey, Pigeon Blue, Oyster White, Soft Green and Taupe. A
contemporary matt, embossed woodgrain finish adds to the authentic timber
facade effect.
The
overall look and feel is further enhanced thanks to the coordinating aluminium
trims and end closers, which, combined with silicone sealants in complementary
colours, create the perfect finish to every installation.
Once
installed, long-term maintenance costs are minimal. Unlike timber, Coastline is
virtually maintenance-free, will not rot or warp and is pest and insect
resistant. It needs no painting or preservative treatment – cutting out the use
of volatile chemicals that are potentially harmful to the environment. All it
takes to bring it back to its best is an occasional wipe down.
Compared
to cement boards, it is lightweight, easy to handle, fade-resistant, 100%
recyclable and will not release harmful silica dust when cut to length. And
with issues around the supply of traditional materials, such as bricks,
ongoing, architects and specifiers are increasingly seeking alternatives that
are widely available in the UK and not reliant on imports. Coastline fits the
bill perfectly.
“The
growing interest in New England-style cladding means the time is right for
Coastline,"
says Chris Coxon, Eurocell Head of Marketing. "It delivers a
contemporary aesthetic but its beauty is more than skin deep.
"Our new composite material ensures that the cladding will
look as good in 10 years as it does at the time of installation, no matter how
harsh the environmental conditions. Installation is quick and straightforward,
maintenance is simple and low cost and it’s environmentally friendly.
"By
any criteria Coastline offers both a stylish and premium-looking alternative to
traditional materials.”
