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CLADDING
PRESENTATION BY-
ANUSHKA SHETE
DIVISION -A
WHAT IS
CLADDING ?
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ADVANTAGES
AND
DISADVANTAGES
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PURPOSE OF
CLADDING
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TYPES OF
CLADDING
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MODERN TRENDS 06
POINTS TO
CONSIDER
DURING ITS
DESIGN 04
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
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WHAT IS CLADDING ?
● THE TERM ‘CLADDING’ REFERS TO COMPONENTS THAT ARE
ATTACHED TO THE PRIMARY STRUCTURE OF A BUILDING TO
FORM A NON -STRUCTURAL , EXTERNAL SURFACES .
● WHILST CLADDING IS GENERALLY ATTACHED TO THE STRUCTURE
OF THE BUILDING , IT TYPICALLY DOES NOT CONTRIBUTE TO ITS
STABILITY .
● CLADDING IS A DURABLE PRODUCT THAT CAN LAST UPTO MANY
YEARS , DEPENDING UPON THE TYPE OF CLADDING THAT IS USED
AND HOW IT IS LOOKED AFTER .
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PURPOSE OF CLADDING
● IMPROVES AESTHETICS OF A BUILDING
● CREATES A CONTROLLED CENTRALISED ENVIRONMENT
● PROTECTS THE BUILDING FROM HEAT , SNOW , RAIN AND OTHER
ELEMENTS
● PROVIDE THERMAL AND SOUND INSULATION
● CREATES AN EXTERNAL FACADE
● PREVENTS SPREAD OF FIRE
● PROVIDES OPENINGS FOR ACCESS OF LIGHT AND VENTILATION
● SINCE IT PLAYS A STRUCTURAL ROLE , IT TRANSFERS THE WIND
LOADS , LIVE LOADS , SEISMIC LOADS ,IMPACT LOADS AND ITS
OWN WEIGHT BACK TO THE STRUCTURE
● EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL CONDITION OF THE BUILDING
● STRENGTH AND DURABILITY
● BUILDING REGULATIONS
● PLANNING AND REQUIREMENTS
● AESTHETICS
● STRUCTURAL AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
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POINTS TO CONSIDER WHILE DESIGNING
AND MATERIAL SELECTION
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TYPES OF
CLADDING
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
STONE TIMBER
CONCRETE P.V.C
STONE TIMBER METAL TERRACOTTA
VINYL BRICK GLASS
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● Stone cladding is a layer of stone that is used for
the interior or exterior of a building , generally on
top of materials such as concrete .
● Stone cladding can be natural stone that have
been quarried and cut into thin pieces to reduce
weight .
● As natural stone is heavy , sometimes mechanical
mean of fixing can be applied using shelf angles or
stone clip .
● Stone veneer is a thin layer of any stone used as
decorative facing material that is not meant to be
load bearing.
● Stone veneers are preferred over natural stone as it
is cheap , lightweight and available in many colors
STONE
CLADDING
TYPES
OF
STONES
USED
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LIMESTONE GRANITE
● IT IS AVAILABLE IN WHITE ,
BEIGE , BROWN , RED ,
YELLOW , BLUE , GREY ,ETC .
● IT CAN RANGE FROM CLEAR
TO COARSE NATURE .
● IT IS VERY DURABLE AND
STAIN RESISTANT.
● IT THE MOST COMMON
CHOICE FOR OUTDOOR
CLADDING .
TRAVERTINE
● IT IS MOST COMMONLY
USED MATERIAL FOR
CLADDING.
● IT HAS VOIDS , SOME
VEINING AND IS AVAILABLE
IN VARIETY OF WARM
COLORS .
● IT IS OPTIMAL FOR
EXTERIOR CLADDING AS IT
IS RESISTANT TO WATER .
● IT HAS VISIBLE FOSSILS
EMBEDDED IN IT AND
AVAILABLE IN SOME COLOR
VARIETIES.
● IT IS NOT GENERALLY
CHOSEN FOR OUTDOORS
SINCE IT IS POROUS AND
HAS A TENDENCY TO STAIN
IF NOT PROPERLY SEALED .
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SLATE MARBLE
● THIN SHEETS OF MARBLE
ARE CUT AND POLISHED .
● IT CAN BE BRITTLE AND
CRACK OR SPLIT IF NOT
HANDLED PROPERLY .
● AVAILABLE IN GREEN ,
BLACK , WHITE , YELLOW
COLOR .
ONYX
● IT IS LIGHT WEIGHT AS
COMPARED TO MARBLE
AND GRANITE .
● EASY TO HANDLE AND
FABRICATE .
● IT IS BEST FOR INTERIOR
CLADDING .
● IT CAN BE GOLD , GREEN
OR RED .
● IT IS UNFADING . NON-
ABSORPTIVE , STAIN-
RESISTANT .
● IT IS VERY AESTHETICALLY
PLEASING .
● GREAT FOR USING
OUTDOORS .
● AVAILABLE IN GREY ,
BROWN , GREEN COLORS .
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NATURAL CLEFT
STONE FINISHES
SPLIT FACED
SANDBLASTED
HONED
POLISHED
Direct Adhered – This is one of the most common
methods because it is thinner, less expensive and
doesn't require any onsite drilling (which lessens the
chances of cracks in the stone occurring). Combination of
a liquid latex with a cement-based filler powder is made
; this results in a thin bed mortar that is applied to the
wall surface.
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INSTALLATION METHODS
Spot Bonding – This method is quite similar to the
direct adhered one; it uses an epoxy adhesive to adhere the
stone cladding to the surface. The distinction here lies in the
fact that the epoxy is only applied to about 10% of the area,
resulting in gaps or pockets of air between the stone and the
wall; this reduces the chances of water staining.
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INSTALLATION METHODS
Mechanical – This method involves fixed or
embedded anchors or ties being used to attach the
stone to the surface. You will need to use thicker
cladding, as holes need to be drilled into it and
mechanical ties or anchors embedded into it. It is
recommended that a gap is left to allow for adequate
drainage.
Aluminium Backing – This method is
commonly used for cladding that is being installed
outside. It is used to provide structural support to the
stone and is actually relatively easy to use. Aluminium
panels are shaped to fit the stone perfectly, and to
interlock with each other, before being mounted to the
surface using runner clips.
● THEY ARE EXTREMELY DURABLE
AND HAVE LONG LIFESPAN
● AVAILABLE IN MANY COLORS ,
TEXTURES AND FORMATS
● PROVIDES HIGH LEVEL OF
INSULATION FROM HEAT , RAIN ,
COLD , ETC
● OFFER VARIOUS FINISHES SO THAT
THEY CAN BE USED FOR MANY
PROJECTS
● CAN BE USED INDOORS AND
OUTDOORS
● IT IS FIRE RESISTANT
● EASY TO MAINTAIN
ADVANTAGES
● REQUIRES STRUCTURAL
SUBSTRATE WHICH CAN ADD TO
THE COST
● REQUIRES SKILLED LABOR FOR
INSTALLATION AND CAN BE
LABOR INTENSIVE
● TIME CONSUMING TO INSTALL
● CAN TRAP MOISTURE BEHIND
CLADDING IF NOT INSTALLED
PROPERLY
DISADVANTAGES
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● Timber cladding provides wide
range of styles , textures and
finish options that can be used
for cladding .
● It is most popularly used for
exterior cladding .
● The timber required for cladding
could be sliced to form thin
sheets , planks or boards .
● Various connection joints such as
tongue and groove joint , feather
edge joint , shiplap joint ,etc
could be used to get desired
effect .
TIMBER
CLADDING
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1. SHIPLAP
2. TONGUE AND GROOVE
3. RECTANGULAR
4. PARALLELOGRAM
1 2 3 4
● IT IS ECO-FRIENDLY AND
BIODEGRADABLE
● WIDE AVAILABILITY OF STYLES ,
TEXTURES AND FINISH OPTIONS
● IT IS STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT
WHILE SOME CAN BE HEAVY
● PROVIDES VERY GOOD THERMAL
AND SOUND INSULATION
● EASY TO REPAIR
● PANELS MAY BE PRE-FABRICATED
WHICH REDUCES TIME OF
INSTALLATION
ADVANTAGES
● CAN BE VERY EXPENSIVE
● REQUIRES MAINTENANCE OVER
TIME TO TIME
● REQUIRES REGULAR PAINTING OR
STAINING
● IT CAN BE SUBJECTED TO LOSS OF
QUALITY OR DAMAGED DUE TO
EXPOSURE TO ELEMENTS
DISADVANTAGES
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● Metal is commonly used for non-
structural , rainscreen cladding
systems to provide protection from
elements and to also provide various
finishes .
● As it is malleable and foldable ,
metal panels can be connected
together and attached to a building
in many ways to provide aesthetic
finishes to the building .
● Metal cladding has wide variety of
materials . The material choice
depends on factors like climatic
conditions , aesthetic requirements ,
chosen structural system , budget and
adjacent materials .
METAL
CLADDING
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STEEL
MATERIALS
BRASS
COPPER
ZINC
TITANIUM
ALUMINIUM
● IT IS SUITABLE FOR COMMERCIAL
OR RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
● STRUCTURES MADE FROM METALS
CAN BE DURABLE FOR MANY YEARS
● HAVE LOW INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE COSTS
● ISN'T AFFECTED BY NATURAL
ELEMENTS
● METALS ARE CONSIDERED TO BE
ECO FRIENDLY AND SUSTAINABLE
● REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION
ADVANTAGES
● AS METAL PANELS ARE
CONSTANTLY EXPOSED TO
WEATHER AND POLLUTION , THE
PROTECTIVE COATING CAN BE
ATTACKED AND CAN CHANGE
THE APPEARANCE OF METAL
● THEY ARE PRONE TO DENTS
● CAN RUST
● METAL CAN BE NOISY WHEN RAIN
HITS ITS SURFACE AND HENCE
CAN CAUSE SOUND POLLUTION
DISADVANTAGES
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● Brick cladding method has
been used for thousands of
years .
● It can be used to enhance the
appearance of walls or to
provide an old fashioned
appearance .
● They are available in variety of
patterns or colors and can be
laid out in many different
courses .
● It is designed to shed and repel
water so that it cannot reach
internal framing of building .
● First class bricks are used for
cladding .
BRICK
CLADDING
INSTALLATION METHOD
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STEP 1- PLAN THE LAYOUT OF CLADDING
Before we begin to attach any brick , we have to determine where to
attach it . We should also ensure that the wall can carry the weight of the
brick cladding .
STEP 2-LAYING THE BRICK ON SIDE OF WALL
Start by applying small amount of adhesive of about ¼” thick on back of
full brick and then press it firmly . Then leave ¼” space on all sides of
brick . Continue doing this above the brick to cover the whole space .
STEP 3- MIX AND LAY MORTAR
Mix the mortar and use trowel to layer the mortar between each joint that
separate the bricks and be sure not to stick out the mortar between two
bricks .
STEP 4- CLEAN THE BRICK CLADDING
Before the mortar dries , use a wet sponge to clean off remaining mortar .
● LOW MAINTENANCE
● LASTS FOR VERY LONG TIME
● NO NEED TO PAINT OR PROVIDE
A PROTECTIVE LAYER
● WITHSTANDS HEAT AND FIRE
● PROVIDES SOUND INSULATION
ADVANTAGES
● DIFFICULT TO REPAIR WHEN
DAMAGED
● MOISTURE BUILD UP OVER TIME
CAN CAUSE BRICK TO DAMAGE
● ORGANIC BRICK CAN CHANGE
COLOR AND FADE OVER TIME
DISADVANTAGES
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● Terracotta cladding is
manufactured with natural
and aged raw clay without
use of other chemicals .
● Types of terracotta cladding
are -
1. terracotta rainscreen
cladding
2. terracotta precast solution
3. terracotta sun shade
TERRACOTTA
CLADDING
TERRACOTTA
RAINSCREEN
CLADDING
TERRACOTTA
PRECAST
SOLUTION
CLADDING
TERRACOTTA
SUNSHADE
CLADDING
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TYPES
● AVAILABLE IN MANY COLORS ,
TEXTURES AND SIZES
● SAFE TO USE
● SHOCK RESISTANT
● CONSERVES ENERGY
● EASY INSTALLATION
● FIRE RESISTANT
● DOES NOT CHANGE COLOR OVER
TIME
ADVANTAGES
● REQUIRES SKILLED LABOR
● HIGH INITIAL COST
● SHOULD BE SEALED PROPERLY , IF
NOT , THEN WATER CAN SEEP
THROUGH IT
● TOUGH TO REPAIR IF DAMAGED
● INSTALLATION IS COMPLEX
DISADVANTAGES
MODERN TRENDS
● The old trends of stone, marble, terracotta / clay tiles have come back in fashion. The only
difference is that artificial material with these finishes are used.
● The most common trends are :
1. Dynamic cladding :are connected to sun trackers, which respond to the sun's movement –
movable louvers open and close automatically to control light and heat into the built environment,
shading devices expand and contract to reduce the glare and heat gain.
2. Ventilated facades cladding : the cladding system is installed at a certain gap from the building
face and the system itself has vertical gaps between the cladding materials so as to let the natural
air to flow in the space between.. This reduces the amount of heat that buildings absorb in hot
weather conditions due to partial reflection of solar radiation . This helps in reduction in the costs
of air conditioning. Vice versa, in winter.
3. Rainscreen cladding system is a form of double-wall construction that uses an outer layer to keep
out the rain and an inner layer to provide thermal insulation. It prevents excessive air leakage and
carries wind load.
4. High Pressure Laminates (HPL) cladding: This material is mass produced, easy to install and is
available in a wooden look with a lot of varieties.
5. Fibre cement cladding:Fibre cement consists of cement, water, cellulose, textile fibres . The weight
of external skin of a house is cut by 9 times .These panels are used as an exterior wall cladding
materials in residential , commercial and industrial buildings .Fibre cement planks are made to
mimic long wooden planks ,stones and bricks .
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DYNAMIC CLADDING
VENTILATED FACADE
CLADDING
RAINSCREEN CLADDING
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE
PANEL CLADDING
FIBRE CEMENT
CLADDING
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