The architectural landscape has witnessed a huge shift in recent years with the upsurge of innovative cladding and facade material. These elements play a vital role in defining a building’s aesthetic, thermal performance, and overall functionality. Among the...
A spandrel panel is a factory-made, prefabricated panel that can act as a dividing wall, gable block wall alternative. While diving wall spandrels will sit on the leaves of the cavity wall, gable panels sit on the inner block of the external wall. While the term...
Where facade cladding is concerned, there are multiple choices. But if you’re looking to move away from traditional materials like terracotta or brick cladding, Dekton® is an attractive alternative. And its appeal is more than surface deep, as this innovative material...
Essentially, cladding in construction terms is when a layer is added to improve the appearance of a building structure. There are many different types of cladding, but stone cladding is a popular material for both interior and exterior applications. Why? Read on to...
There are plenty of materials to choose from when it comes to cladding. From brick and terracotta cladding to steel cladding, the type you go for can greatly alter the appearance of a building. It’s important to consider what sort of aesthetic you want and which...
Whether you need to protect the exterior of a building or improve its aesthetics, metal cladding fits the bill. From commercial sites to high-end residential installations, cladding sheets are lightweight, durable, and versatile. Aluminium cladding is a popular...
Insulation and energy efficiency should play a key part in any commercial build or refit project. This means energy goals should be defined early on and ranked according to the benefits they bring to your business. But what insulation methods are available, and which...
Got a project coming up that could benefit from brick slips? Here’s all you need to know about these slimline brick cladding materials. What are brick slips? Brick slips are tiles that emulate the look of full bricks to the extent that most people would struggle to...
A traditional brick finish remains enduringly popular. This icon of British construction has been around since the Industrial Revolution and continues to be a dependable and sought after material. Cladding systems offer all the aesthetics of traditional brickwork...
The performance and aesthetics of a building depend on good construction. CWCT testing is the most effective way to ensure your cladding is fit for the purpose to achieve a high-quality building envelope. But determining water tightness is only one aspect of the...