There are a couple of explanations that need to be made at the beginning of this article. Of course, we are not talking about boards cast from concrete, the term "cement" must be understood as a figurative definition of a material with unusual properties. These are composite materials produced using special complex technologies, imitating both wood species and various stones in their appearance. And the term "facade" should be understood not only as the outer front part of the structure, but its entire outer surface. Taking these explanations into account, cement boards for facade finishes can stimulate the emergence of construction and design ideas for a hundred years or more.
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- 1 Materials for cladding country houses
- 2 Advantages of cement boards
- 3 Conclusion
Materials for cladding country houses
Cladding materials work under conditions of continuous exposure to various natural phenomena. They are poured with rain and scorched by the sun, they withstand the onslaught of snow hurricanes and dust storms. And the change from one impact to another can occur in very short time intervals. Therefore, concrete resistance and endurance to the facade of any house are essential. And at the same time, you need to maintain a pleasant appearance.
In construction, a cladding product called fiber siding is widely used. The material for its manufacture is fiber cement, which, in turn, consists of four components - Portland cement, mineral filler (refined sand), fiber and plasticizers. Fibers are small polypropylene fibers that form reinforcing mesh. Before entering the mixture, the fibers undergo a special treatment. Plasticizers improve the quality of the final product. The ratio of additives determines the appearance of the product.
Since fiber cement consists of harmless natural materials, it is absolutely harmless to humans. Does not change its properties when exposed to ultraviolet rays. It does not rot, does not corrode, is not susceptible to colonization by fungus and mold. Due to the porous structure, fiber cement has good heat insulating and soundproofing properties. Fiber cement is deservedly considered an achievement of the modern construction industry.
On the basis of a slightly thinned mass of fiber cement, fiber cement siding blanks are produced by a powerful press. After the press, the workpieces undergo a process of natural or autoclave maturation, during which moisture residues are removed, and air bubbles create a porous structure.
The most famous is the CEDRAL fiber siding produced in Belgium. INAKA company produces KMEW facade panels. The range of products imitating natural stone includes brick, plaster, wood.
Russia also has its own fiber siding production.
Advantages of cement boards
Fiber siding has many benefits. The panels do not change their appearance when washed with household chemicals. A damaged panel can be easily replaced with another one. The siding has hidden fasteners, so it will never fall out. Walls covered with fiber siding will never get damp. The panels do not require painting renewal every 3-4 years, like wood. The durable coating of the panels protects the facade from exposure to ultraviolet radiation for more than 50 years. Siding installation can be performed at any time of the year.
The surface of fibrosiding in appearance can be made indistinguishable from brickwork, broken brick, natural stone, ceramic tiles, wood of various breeds. The variety of available colors, from calm and neutral to rich and vibrant, allows the architect and designer to create any unique facades.
In addition to the aesthetic benefits, fiber siding has a number of benefits from a builder's point of view. The surface of the panel has the strength of concrete. It is resistant to weathering, does not react to changes in temperature, pressure and humidity. Low water absorption of fiber cement provides frost resistance, the material does not become brittle, and maintains dimensional stability and characteristics.
A very important characteristic - Flammability group - NG. Fire hazard class - K0. Fibrosiding does not burn, does not collapse at high temperatures and does not emit substances poisonous to humans when heated.
Fiber cement is an environmentally friendly finishing material. It contains only water, sand, cement and cellulose fibers. This means that it can be used as an interior decoration material.
Fiber siding is very technological for the builder. Its installation is quick and easy, regardless of the construction season. Two installers are able to cover the surface of a house approximately 150-200 m2 in 7-10 days.
Conclusion
New materials and new technologies cause caution and apprehension in some people, while others are interested and willing to try. The technology of fiber cement has been known to builders for a long time, but its modern name has become firmly established in everyday life in recent years. Both the material and the technology of working with it are very promising. Due to the property of durability, the cost of repair work is sharply reduced.
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