What material is better to finish the frame house
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Cost-effective material for exterior decoration
Thanks to modern technologies for the production of materials various designs their surface. There is an imitation of brick or natural stone. Only this occurs if the material is produced in panels, rather than in separate strips, this applies to plastic and siding.
Most popular ways
As for efficiency, the most affordable materials are:
- Siding.
- Plastic.
- Decking.
Decking always goes in sheets and can be with a flat or corrugated surface. It also has an imitation of brick, stone and much more.
Note. The above listed finishing methods are most often used to decorate any frame structure.
Plastic for exterior decoration based on frame
This material is moisture resistant and very practical.
Characteristics:
- It does not fade under sunlight and is not deformed from temperature extremes.
- It is durable and can withstand low temperatures in winter.
- There are two types of its surface: glossy and matte.
- It can be cleaned using only damp rags, as it does not absorb dirt.
- It is mounted quite simply and thanks to high-quality locks that are located at the end of the panel or strip of plastic, the finish is securely fastened.
Tip. In order to ensure the integrity of the finish using plastic, you need to process the joints of the material with sealant.
Siding in the finishing work of the frame house
In its properties, it practically does not differ from plastic. It is also moisture resistant and its surface does not absorb dirt.
Characteristics:
- In summer, you can clean the surface with a hose and a not too powerful water pressure.
- This material, unlike plastic, has several types of surfaces: embossed, glossy and matte.
- It is frost-resistant and does not deform under the influence of high temperatures.
- Its surface does not fade in the sun.
This makes it possible to maintain the original appearance of the finish over a long period of time.
Installation of plastic or siding
The installation of these materials is usually carried out on a wooden crate. But, in the case of a frame structure, the surface for them may be a sheet of OSB or other material. For such fastening of plastic or siding, self-tapping screws or a construction stapler are used.
Attention! Be sure to use the building level for even finish.
It is possible to carry out additional installation warming. But, it is possible only when mounting the material on the frame. For this, practical and economical polystyrene and extruded polystyrene foam are used.
Decking in the decoration of the frame house
This material is not too often used in the finishing work of a frame house. It is considered cold and is capable of conducting sound very easily.
So:
- For its use, the structure must be well soundproofed. Also, it is necessary to insulate the structure.
- It can be mounted both on OSB sheets and on a pre-made crate made of wood or metal profile.
Decking is a durable material and very practical. Its surface is protected by a polymer coating. You need to handle it very carefully, since scratching the surface will not be difficult.There is a large selection of shades of the surface of the corrugated board and images on it.
