The issue of selecting material for finishing the facade must be resolved at the design stage. During the construction of a building or its reconstruction, the functions of this element become extremely important. They consist of wall insulation, protection from environmental factors, mold, etc.
In addition, the facade of the house must harmoniously fit into the exterior of the local area. When working, it is extremely important to follow installation technologies, the choice of which depends on the type of materials used.
What is used for cladding building facades?
The list of modern building materials that are available in our country includes the following:
- decorative plaster in different layer thicknesses - acrylic, mineral, silicate, silicone;
- tiles or clinker bricks;
- porcelain stoneware
- thermotree;
- decorative siding;
- thermal panels
Each of these materials has its own advantages and disadvantages, which must be taken into account when choosing. Deviation from installation rules leads to negative consequences, and often they do not appear immediately, but after some time.
The aesthetic component is also extremely important, so the choice of material color is of great importance here. To avoid mistakes in this regard and not be upset in the future, you should listen to a few tips.
The base part looks better in practical dark shades. The edging elements must be painted in tones similar to the color of the walls. Light shades of external walls visually enlarge the house, dark shades make it smaller.
Common mistakes when repairing a facade: advice from experts
When finishing the façade, paint is applied to a thoroughly dried surface. The presence of slight moisture will subsequently cause cracks and spots to appear. An uneven color will look very untidy on the facade, and therefore everything will have to be repainted again.
The list of other mistakes that you want to avoid includes the following:
- Installation of ebb and flow without gating. This defect can be corrected by making a recess in the wall of stone or brick into which the ebb is inserted. This will prevent water from penetrating inside.
- Insulation of the building with foam plastic. Experts do not recommend doing this, since this material almost does not allow air to pass through. It is especially undesirable to glue foam plastic for frame and wooden houses.
- Installation of insulation without vapor barrier. It is imperative to use a film or membrane that protects the insulating material from vapors coming from inside the room.
- Incorrect installation of façade mesh. Reinforcement must be done with complete closure of the facade. In the upper part, the mesh is fixed to scaffolding posts or a cable on brackets.
- There is no gap between the facing material and the insulation. Its presence makes it possible to obtain a ventilation effect that prevents the appearance of moisture and mold.
- No treatment of the stone facade with moisture-repellent primer mixtures. If this work is not carried out, the facade will constantly be exposed to rain and snow, which leads to the appearance of cloudy streaks.
- Refusal of solar control glass when creating a glass facade. Ignoring this factor provokes the creation of a heat bag in the corner of the window area when using internal blinds.
- Cosmetic repairs instead of major ones. This approach will provide a certain saving of resources, slightly masking the problem. But in the future it will be necessary to invest more, going through all the layers of the facade.
When identifying typical mistakes when repairing a facade, it should be noted that the services of professionals are rejected. Often, owners of private property decide to deal with the problem on their own or by listening to the advice of familiar “experts” or neighbors.
However, it is better to entrust such work to specialists from construction companies who have everything necessary for such work. For an affordable price, they will help you select the optimal material, suggest the right color solution, and carry out all stages of work taking into account the right technologies.
