When looking at options for the outer shell of a residential project, it’s important to think about how the materials will perform and appear long-term. Key considerations should be not only about aesthetics but also about the material’s properties for weather resistance, thermal performance and maintenance.
The conditions of the specific location will test the material’s looks and resilience. Another factor affecting the choice might be constraints of building within a conservation area. Crucially, the decisions around cost should take into account the lifetime expense.
Cedral facades are the ideal low maintenance, rot free alternative to traditional timber weatherboards. Cedral facades have been designed to appear like natural wood without the painting and long-term maintenance. Cedral uses high grade metal moulds to create the intricate grain effects in contrast to some manufacturers.
Cedral facades offer both contemporary and flexible design options. The panels are available in a traditional shiplap style and a contemporary flush-fitted design with a wood effect or smooth finish in a wide range of colours, offering endless design possibilities and without risking water infiltration.
With a minimum life expectancy of 50 years, Cedral doesn’t expand in heat like pvc facade cladding, and unlike wood, it doesn’t need repainting. Cedral has an excellent fire performance classification of A2-s1, d0.
A ventilated facade, such as a Cedral fibre cement rainscreen cladding system reduces condensation and humidity, enabling the rapid drying of external walls. Additionally, Cedral cladding is straightforward to install.
Cedral products are BBA certified and Cedral Sidings have been CCPI assessed and certified.
Visit https://www.cedral.world to explore the full Cedral range and to access the dedicated Professionals hub which offers a material calculator and a full document library.
