Cladding provides an excellent and cost-effective solution for almost instant appearance improvement. It can also make them last longer while providing the benefits of insulation. You can choose from a range of exterior cladding for commercial and residential properties. It's important to go through some core criteria when deciding which one is right for you. These benchmarks should include cost, maintenance, aesthetics, and durability. Wood cladding and composite cladding are two common options, but how do they compare in terms of key considerations?
Durable and easy to maintain
To keep the wood in tip-top condition and protect your home from various factors, you need to proactively maintain your wood cladding: Depending on the finish or type of wood you choose, you will need to repaint or recolor your wood cladding on average every 3-7 years.
Check your cladding regularly to identify any problems (including mold and mildew).
Ignoring this problem can lead to wood decay, which means you have to replace cladding, an expensive job that can be avoided with simple routine maintenance. Prevent pests by regularly checking and plugging weaknesses.
Animals like squirrels have a bad habit of gnawing through holes as small as 3.8cm, so it's important to spot and fill the holes early to prevent further damage.
Composite wood cladding tends to be more durable than the wood cladding.
This is true hardwood cladding, and this is the more durable two types of wood cladding, both of which are 100% wood.
Cork cladding is another type of wood cladding that can be treated with chemicals to make it stronger, but still not as durable as hardwood and composite cladding.
Over time, however, both hardwoods and softwoods have become less durable.
They are also subject to infestation by termites and pests, moisture absorption, decay, and fragmentation.
Composite cladding, by contrast, tends to be more durable than wood because it is a synthetic material made from wood fibers, plastics, and other materials.
It is resistant to moisture, ultraviolet light, rot, cracking, warping, termites, fire, and elements.
Check the BAL(Bush fire attack Level) rating for specific composite cladding products.
Composite wood cladding is also a maintenance winner.
Natural wood may be beautiful but can be plagued by termites without regular slithering such as sealing, dyeing, and paint maintenance work.
Sanding and painting are also important for aesthetic maintenance, as, without this type of maintenance, the wood cladding will fade.
Composite coatings, on the other hand, do not need to be polished or sprayed to prevent fading.
No need for any carving, no seal to prevent termites, can keep its aesthetic appeal for a long time.
In terms of maintenance work, the composite cladding only needs to be cleaned with water occasionally.
The cost
To keep your wood in tip-top condition and protect your home from various factors, you need to proactively maintain your wood cladding:
- Depending on the finish or wood type you choose, you will need to repaint or re-dye your wood cladding on average every 3-7 years.
- Check your cladding regularly to identify any problems (including mold and mildew) that can otherwise cause the wood to rot, which means you'll have to replace the cladding.
- Prevent pests by regularly checking and plugging weaknesses.
- Animals like rats have a habit of gnawing on wood, and floors are more likely to mold and rot when damaged, so it's important to find and fill holes early to prevent further damage.
Composite wood cladding is usually slightly more expensive than the wood cladding.
However, if the total cost of ownership of maintenance costs is considered, the composite cladding may be more cost-effective than the wood cladding.
This is because composite cladding lasts longer and requires less maintenance.
Composite cladding can last as long as your home because it's very durable.
Composite coatings do not need to be coated, colored, and treated like wood coatings.
You can also save a lot of time and/or professional labor costs in maintenance.
Aesthetics
Wood cladding may be natural and uniquely textured with each piece, but it only provides the appearance of wood unless painted. With composite cladding, you can get a wide range of colors, textures, and looks because it is a material that is made rather than harvested. While you may be able to find the right wood cladding to match the look and feel of your home and your exterior wall vision, the composite cladding may cater to a wider look. In addition, the cladding of the composite material can look like wood, with each cladding having a unique tone and surface texture. The most natural-looking composite cladding can match the authenticity of natural wood. This allows you to cover the exterior of your home with the natural wood look you like, without the ongoing maintenance required for actual wood. Your exterior cladding or siding gives your possessions an extra layer of "skin."So it doesn't exist just for aesthetic purposes; It can provide protection value and protect your house from wind and rain. If the choice is between wood or composite cladding, the more durable choice may be composite cladding, which has the advantages of being weatherproof and insect-resistant. It is also a versatile material, offering a variety of colors and textures. Composite wood cladding may be comparable to or slightly more expensive than wood cladding in terms of initial cost, but it may be more cost-effective in the medium term due to less maintenance and labor costs.
Environmentally friendly
Wood is one of the most environmentally friendly materials in mulch.
Wood is environmentally friendly because:
- Renewable resources: Certain types of trees -- cedars in particular -- grow particularly fast, making them a sustainable resource.
- We also offer FSC or PEFC certified wood cladding.
- Biodegradable: Even if the wood ends up in a landfill, it rots into compost-like material.
- Energy-efficient production: Wood siding requires less energy than petroleum-based wood cladding.
- For homeowners focused on reducing their environmental footprint, opting for wooden facades can be a positive decision.
In summary, the advantages of composite wall claddingWPC wall cladding include:
- Minimal maintenance: Use a composite coating and the color is baked, which means you don't need paint or dye.
- Excellent variety: Composite cladding is available in a variety of colors, textures and styles mimicking other siding materials.
- High affordability: Compared to wood, composite cladding is a more affordable option for many homeowners.
- Proven durability: Carefully designed composite cladding prevents moisture from entering and resists warping, buckling or displacement.
- Eco-friendly: Wood composite siding is energy efficient and helps keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer.
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