The word "siding" originally means a material for skinning surfaces, which simultaneously performs 2 functions - aesthetic and protective. By the way, for the first time an ordinary board was used for these purposes, processed accordingly. Panels, which we call siding, appeared much later, and began to be produced from various materials.
They have gained popularity not only with such properties as attractive appearance, durability, lightness, durability, but also convenience of fastening of products( on how to sew a house with a siding, read here).And this is one of the determining factors that influences the choice of material for independent work. As a rule, all panels, regardless of what raw material they are made of, have certain dimensions. Length up to 6 m, width within 10 - 30 cm, thickness from 1 to 10 cm.
Although in some manufacturers, especially in small production, the product may have other dimensions. By the way, panels can be made to order, under "individual" parameters, but this will cost a little more.
Profile siding panels can be in two versions - "herringbone" or "shipboard"( respectively, single or double fracture).In principle, there is no difference. All products necessarily have a protective layer, which is done either by staining, or by applying a thin polymer film.
Another big plus of this product is its high performance and maintainability. Having finished their house with these panels, the owner can forget about such things as regular processing( impregnation) of special compounds, tinting and the like. A removal of surface damage is achieved in the shortest time by replacing 1-2 products, and without any preparatory measures.
Finding out what the siding is "in general", we will consider the most common types of siding, most often used for finishing individual buildings.
Wooden
In appearance it has a lot of similarities with traditional lining, therefore it has another name - "glued board".However, there are also distinctive features( in two main parameters).
Processing technology
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Raw material - solid wood species, which is dried to a moisture level of 16 - 18%. - Less hard materials( eg pine, ash) are treated in conditions of high temperature and humidity. This strengthens the panels, making them more resistant to the effects of external atmospheric factors and insects.
- In the "work" is the so-called "impregnated" wood, which is impregnated with special compounds( fire retardants, antiseptics).
Cross section
There are several types:
- butt;
- is overlapped;
- groove-groove;
- in ¼.
The complexity of making wooden siding also causes its high enough cost. The price depends on the type of wood, the way of processing and the geometry of the product. The cheapest panels cost from 380 rubles / m2.
Vinyl
Perhaps the most purchased for "home" use and the cheapest. For its production, polyvinyl chloride( more common products) or acrylic is used. As a rule, such panels imitate natural stone, brick or wood. Vinyl siding is a variety of colors, so the choice can be made for every taste.
Recommendation
Given the great demand for plastic siding, its production is engaged in both serious firms and numerous "firmochki."The latter do not particularly bother with the observance of manufacturing technology, and the equipment is sometimes very primitive. In order not to "run into" low-grade products, you need to carefully inspect the sections of panels in the lot. If there is a difference in thickness, it is better to "pass by".
The price depends more on the color and starts from 110 rubles / piece.for PVC.Acrylic panels are more expensive - from 155 rubles / piece.
The main advantages - resistance to corrosion, aggressive chemical compounds, thermal stresses and temperature changes, strength.
Aluminum
Features ease( 1.7 kg / m2) and increased resistance to liquid media. Excellent when facing large areas( including high-rise buildings), since it does not create significant load on the supporting frame. The disadvantage is that it does not withstand mechanical influences: it flexes and deforms.
The price is from 205 rubles / m2.
Metal
As a rule, this is "galvanizing".The width of the products varies from 12 to 55 cm. As a protective layer, the pural, polyester or powder coating is used.
The price is from 215 rubles / m2.
But considering the somewhat "official" look that the structure acquires after such a cladding, the metal siding is more suitable not for residential buildings, but for buildings of other purposes - administrative, economic( warehouse), production.
Cement
Composition - cement + cellulose. Has all the advantages of the above types, but you need to know about the shortcomings. For its fastening, a more robust construction is needed, since the presence of cement in the composition of cement implies a fairly large weight of the panels. In addition, processing( cutting, sawing) is more complicated, and precautionary measures( respiratory protection) must be taken.
The price for domestic products is about 325 rubles per square meter.
Ceramic
Quite a new kind of facing panels. According to experts, it is considered the best option among analogues in the average price range. As a matter of fact, it is the burnt and formed clay with additives of other natural components. Ceramic siding is fireproof and environmentally friendly.
The price is from 410 rubles / m2.
Base
This type of product stands apart, as it is used for finishing the lower part of buildings. It is the most exposed to the temperature drop, as in the summer there is additional heating from the blind area, and in winter - cooling from snow and soil. In addition, and the effect of moisture is more palpable. Therefore, such panels have increased strength and are made more massive.
A large variety of exterior design allows the use of plinth panels and for installation on other parts of the structure of buildings. They finish the walls after laying additional insulation, decorated with various outbuildings( sheds, garages, gazebos and the like).Given the increased moisture resistance of products, they are used in the construction of swimming pools, saunas or baths. The socle siding, which creates an imitation stone, is often used for internal lining of living quarters, including their ceilings.
The price is from 620 RUR / m2.
Comparing different types of panels, we can conclude that with the optimal ratio of such indicators as quality and cost, for most of our fellow citizens( given the "purse sizes"), the most suitable for exterior decoration of buildings is vinyl siding. This is perhaps the most budgetary option.
