Bad weather is one of the main factors in the deterioration of a property. To protect a home against bad weather, several solutions are used. One of them is the exterior cladding. The latter, in addition to playing the role of a shield against the weather, embellishes the house on the outside. Given the importance of the function of an exterior cladding, it is essential to choose it carefully. Ideal Cement, our company recommends the best options available on the market.

Stucco

Also called acrylic stucco, this exterior cladding is made using sand, cement and of course water. This product was neglected for a while, but has become trendy again in recent years. Exterior stucco has the advantage of being a coating with excellent insulating properties.

It is quite resistant and has a lifespan of at least 25 years. Aesthetically, this siding has everything to seduce you. It will therefore make your home even more beautiful than it is now. At Ideal Cement, we use it to design unique patterns and textures. At the request of customers, we paint it to bring more originality to the exterior cladding.

Vinyl

Because of its lightness and many other characteristics, vinyl is the most widely used exterior siding. It is also not difficult to install. In addition to being available in several colours and patterns, vinyl is a covering with an excellent quality/price ratio. Indeed, it can protect the exterior walls of your home against climatic aggressions for nearly 40 years. It is also a resistant cladding against shocks and scratches.

The brick

It is a fairly expensive exterior cladding , but is one of the most cost-effective in the very long term. Brick is a timeless cladding. Indeed, its lifespan exceeds a hundred years. Compared to other coatings, it is a very recommendable choice. In addition, you won’t have to bother too much to maintain it. It is a sound-absorbing cladding that is perfectly resistant to bad weather and physical shocks. From an ecological point of view, it is a product that Ideal Cement often recommends to its customers. The reason is that it often contains recyclable components.

Composite cement

As effective as brick or volcanic stones, this exterior cladding is made of a mixture of glass and sand. Sometimes glass is replaced by cellulose fiber. Hence its other name of fibre cement. Composite cement offers excellent and constant resistance over the very long term. The fact is that its surface is not porous. Therefore, mould cannot adhere to it in order to grow.

The plaster

It is most often a mortar that is applied in several layers to a surface in order to protect it. While it is applied, it also serves as a decorative material. Thus, depending on the desired appearance, the technician at Ideal Cement uses either a zip line or a roller or a trowel. The most common renderings of plaster are: scraped, brushed, smoothed, etc.

Engineered wood

In terms of imitation of natural wood, this exterior cladding is a very successful product. Also known as Canexel, engineered wood is a durable siding material in addition to being very environmentally friendly. It is made of wood fiber that has been worked to highly resist climatic turbulence.

If you like the texture and presence of natural wood, you will like this layer which is very affordable in terms of cost. Also, you won’t have to maintain it as much as you should if it had been real wood. Canexel is not only recommended for residential properties, but also for commercial construction.

Natural wood

If imitations aren’t your cup of tea, you can clad the exterior walls of your home using natural wood. Fully recyclable, it will protect your home against the elements for 30 years. This noble material is also a better insulator than most other coatings. Natural wood is a highly impact-resistant siding and is not really expensive.

This natural coating offers several facets and allows the consumer to have a result that meets his aspirations. Indeed, you will find several types of boards on the market, including those made from planed or unplaned sawn. There are even some that are square-grooved or have been machined. Natural wood can be purchased in the form of a beam (log).

Contact our Ideal Cement team who will help you in your choice.