The abundance of materials intended for cladding and insulation of private houses, and presented on construction markets and in specialized stores, amazes with its diversity.

Typically, the cladding and insulation of an object are carried out by builders in a sequential order. The use of facade panels helps to combine these construction stages into one.

Installation of facade thermal panels can be done with your own hands on any surface: brick, wood, aerated concrete and concrete walls.

Facade panels are the latest development in the field exterior finishing buildings. The strength of such a product is comparable to granite, but unlike it, it has a lower radiation background.

The panels include polyurethane foam and polystyrene foam, which are almost 90 percent consist of air masses . The decorative component of the material is clinker, porcelain stoneware and glazed ceramics.

Thermal panels for framing facades have many options for selection for an individual project. The choice is so great that even the most demanding owner will be satisfied and will definitely choose exactly the model that will decorate his home.

The range of colors in the presented panels is varied and is produced by single or multiple firing of the product.

Properties, advantages and disadvantages

Facade panels are becoming more popular every year, thanks to the properties which they have:

• increased resistance to flammable materials manifests itself due to the action of polystyrene foam, a substance included in the product.
• the aesthetics of this material lies in wide choice of colors and various textures;
• safety of the material;
• panel weight allows you not to strengthen the foundation;
• material resistance to fungi and mold;
• reliability in fastening. Fastening is done with special locks;
• tight fit of material to the wall prevents the appearance of bridges from the cold.

Panels made using polyurethane foam, poured into clinker tiles, ensure the reliability and strength of the product, and have high thermal insulation.

Panels produced using polystyrene foam, made by heating particles artificial material soldered onto tiles for finishing.

Thus, the connection of two substances - the cladding layer and the insulation occurs without the use of glue, but at the same time ensures high-quality grip materials among themselves.

Possessing the above properties, the material, of course, has huge advantage before other products for facade finishing.

Main advantages facade thermal panels:

1. This the safest among heat-insulating materials from an environmental point of view.
2. The ability to attach the product to any surface structure: brick, concrete, wood and other known materials for the production of houses.
3. This is a multifunctional material, because in addition to the heat-insulating functions, the panels have an aesthetic component.
4. Panel installation can be performed at any time of the year and in any weather conditions.
5. The choice of such panels is huge, which allows you to show your design imagination when finishing.
6. The ability of the color of the panels not to change under the influence of rainwater or mechanical damage. Pigments and paint additives do not change their structure.
7. Panel fastening technique no problem and, we can say that even a novice master can perform it.
8. The speed of covering a building with such panels is high, which saves the builder’s time.
9. There is no need to carefully select parts that match the color, as is the case with imported batches of bricks.

Like any product, facade thermal panels have a number of disadvantages:

• Need for additional leveling the wall surface if its shape is broken;
• The high cost of the material presented in stores, especially its corner parts;
• Sometimes we come across batches with low-quality products.

You can find out more details about facade thermal panels from the video below:

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Types of facade thermal panels

Clinker

This type of panels for facade cladding is made from clinker tiles as a decorative layer. The stability of such a layer surpasses even natural stones. The appearance of such products is excellent and has natural colors.

The raw material for the production of such products is special clay from Europe, obtained from slate. Therefore, we can call clinker panels natural and one hundred percent natural products.

Properties of such panels contribute to additional sound insulation and waterproofing of the premises.

The difference between these panels and natural stones is that the material does not “phonite”. The strength grade of such products is M-800, while water absorption is low - 2.3 percent.

Based on this information, it becomes clear that frost-resistant material according to its properties, and is able to withstand huge loads from natural phenomena.

Panels of this type began to be used not only in the facade of buildings, but also for carrying out interior work, finishing of fountains and pools.

The special technology for creating panels gives them nice appearance and unique color. An undeniable advantage of panels of this type is the possibility of installation at any time of the year.

Read also how to properly lay tiles on a wall by following the link.

Using ceramic tiles

The production of porcelain stoneware has taken the sustainability of façade wall panels to a new level. This happened thanks to a special manufacturing technology, which consists in firing the product at high temperatures and strong pressure on it.

The result of this process was a special compressed material, which are not afraid of external influences. In terms of strength, it can compete even with natural minerals.

Among the owners who prefer this type of panels, most often there are lovers of a textured surface on the facade of the house.

It is usually chosen by designers to give the home a Scandinavian or Mediterranean feel.

It is used in the decoration of restaurants and holiday homes to emphasize the special flavor of the building. Porcelain tiles– the material is large in size, and looks like not brickwork, but stone.

Despite the fact that the individual parts in the material are large, they cannot be called heavy. They are light in weight and simply mounted to the wall surface.

With glazed tiles

Wall panels with glazed tiles began to be used in the middle of the last century for cladding low-rise buildings. They have proven themselves with positive side, thanks to the heterogeneity of the surface and stunning imitation of real brickwork.

Today, this type of cladding does not lose popularity, and valued for its positive characteristics material and ease of installation.

Such tiles are easy to clean and allow you to maintain their appearance for forty or even fifty years in its original form. This is convenient for those home owners whose plots are located next to dusty highways.

The advantages of such tiles are: glossy surface, as a distinctive feature of this type of panels.

DIY making

Before starting work, you need to understand the structure from which the future material will be created.

Thermal panels made of three layers: facing, metal profile and insulation:

1. The facing layer is made of the highest quality concrete. For strength, add a small amount of water to the mixture.
2. The insulating layer is tightly attached to the facing layer. Its thickness is measured to the nearest millimeter. The layer itself is a polystyrene foam board.
3. Metallic profile. This layer allows you to attach a panel to the wall of the house.

Manufacturing of terpopanels carried out as follows:

1. Clinker tiles and fasteners are placed in a pre-prepared form. The surface is filled with foam granules from above.
2. After filling, the mold is heated at high temperature.
3. The resulting tile is cooled.
4. After cooling, the resulting thermal panel is stored in a specially designated place and is not touched for 24 hours.

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Necessary equipment for panel production

Equipment is the main part in the manufacture DIY terpanels.

This issue requires special attention.

A craftsman familiar with this type of equipment may notice that the manufacturing machines are similar to those that produce polystyrene foam.

This is not surprising, because in both one and the other technology foaming technique is used over polystyrene granules.

Before purchasing special equipment for the production of such panels, it is important to know that before obtaining them, you must first create the material for them.

Thus, in the home workshop there will be two directions at once: the first for the creation of foam plastic, and the second for the production of clinker tiles.

For making foam plastic You will need the following tools:

• special dispenser for raw materials;
• sediment to create foam;
• set of forms;
• Vacuum type installation;
• steam generator;
• pre-foaming device.

To carry out work on creating clinker tiles required:

• oven for firing products;
• Press forms.

If it is not possible to purchase a device and tools for creating polystyrene foam, then it can be purchased ready-made from other manufacturers. Such a purchase will significantly increase the financial costs of production.

You can purchase an expensive device and produce more than three hundred parts per day. If we're talking about To produce panels not for sale, but for your own site, you can buy small equipment capable of producing one hundred products per day.

Equipment can be purchased both from foreign manufacturers and from production facilities in large cities. It is possible to buy tools secondhand, but then the risk of receiving a low-quality product and incurring the costs of repairing it will increase.

Before making your own, you need to calculate how much would such a solution cost?. To decorate your own home, most likely, it will be cheaper to buy ready-made, high-quality panels.

Watch the video to see how thermal panels of varying complexity are produced by professionals:

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Installation instructions

Fastening technology The installation of clinker panels to the building wall is carried out using special frame structures.

The frame can be made from various materials: metal, steel with a galvanized surface, aluminum or even wood that has undergone special treatment.

The type of frame is chosen based on the individual characteristics of the building and the financial capabilities of the owner.

If the owner opts for a metal frame, it is worth remembering that such structures require considerable financial investments, but become a reliable framework for the entire structure.

Installation of clinker-type slabs is carried out in an invisible way and secured with clamps and clamps.

If there is a wooden sheathing, fastening should be done using screws with a simplified head, the diameter of which does not exceed one centimeter.

If wooden structure has not been pre-treated with special impregnations, the reliability of such a product is called into question. With time moisture ingress will destroy the structure of the wood, and harmful fungi will attack its entire surface.

Without treatment, it is impossible to avoid the appearance of mold in the depths of the structure.

Frameless mount

Today, designs with frameless fastening are very popular.

They secured with dowels and self-tapping screws, directly to the wall surface, as shown in the photo on the left.

After installation there should be no defects or scratches.

This method is chosen by owners of houses made of silicate mineral materials. Such walls do not require constant ventilation due to the peculiarities of their manufacture.

If after installation there is an unfilled space between the wall and the slabs, it is customary to fill it tightly with construction foam.

The entire installation process of such panels is shown in the video below:

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Do-it-yourself installation of facade thermal panels is carried out using all the necessary tools. The quality of finishing depends on the ability to work with all the devices. If you do not comply with the requirements when decorating a house with thermal panels, it is impossible to achieve the desired result. Methods for installing façade panels Enterprises that produce façade thermal panels must attach instructions to the finished cladding material. The method of finishing facades with thermal panels also depends on its choice. The least time-consuming method is the seamless method. There are 2 ways of laying cladding panels on the outside: Seamless, which is less labor-intensive and costly. With filling of seams, requiring filling of gaps between elements with mortar. Before the installation begins, an assessment of the upcoming work related to the cladding of the façade walls is carried out. Laying thermal panels resembles finishing the surface with ceramic tiles. The difference between these methods is that thermal insulation panels do not allow hiding any unevenness. Thermal insulation in modern construction is carried out based on the following methods: installation on the lathing, which allows you to hide the unevenness of the facade, with the subsequent installation of the panels on any building, regardless of the texture and curvature of the coating; installing a ventilated façade, which is a popular finishing method that provides space for laying panels to insulate the façade of the house and ensure air circulation. The base must be level before installing the panels. correct installation material, it is necessary to prepare the surface of the walls, leveling them with a maximum deviation of no more than 10 mm. If there are deep unevenness in the panels, they must be compensated using gaskets or other moisture-resistant materials. Regardless of what type of surface the façade thermal boards will be installed on, the base must meet the following basic requirements: surface dryness, humidity level for cement walls is no more than 5%, and for wooden or gypsum walls - 1%; the strength of the wall, which should not have peeling or cracking; this property is taken into account for gypsum or plastered surfaces; cleanliness of the facade, which requires timely cleaning of the base from dirt, oil, paint, etc. For more information about the installation of panels, see this video: For high-quality cladding of facade walls with thermal panels, it is necessary to prepare in advance all the elements that are necessary during the work process. You will need to calculate their number, which is determined by multiplying the length by the height. From the result you need to subtract the area of ​​the door and window openings. Preparing the surface for laying thermal panels It is possible to install thermal panels for the facade of a house in virtually any weather conditions. It is not necessary to have a large amount of special skills and knowledge. It is enough to have an idea of ​​performing work using a screwdriver, with which you can attach facade panels with insulation. The advantage of this type of installation is that there is no need to use consumables and special tools. The main tool when installing a facade is a screwdriver. The surface of the facade should be prepared in stages. Before finishing wooden walls with thermal facing panels, the following steps must be completed: The waterproofing material is strengthened, the strips of which should run horizontally and cover each subsequent sheet by 5 - 7 cm, starting from the top. To fasten the anti-corrosion plaster mesh, staples or galvanized nails are used; it should be laid on the internal and external corners in 2 layers. A facade finished with plaster together with a mesh provides the creation of a flat surface for laying panels; the layer thickness should be 1 - 1.5 cm. Strengthening facade thermal panels for the exterior of a house with concrete walls is quite simple. Before installation, the building material from which the façade is made should be checked for porosity. This indicator is minimal for high-density concrete. Treatment is carried out using a water repellent. Before laying thermoblocks on new masonry, it is not necessary to carry out additional surface treatment. You can mount thermal panels directly on it. The old masonry is cleaned of efflorescence, treated with a water-repellent agent and plastered. For more information about the installation stages, see this video: The last stage is not necessary if the thermoblocks are planned to be laid on an old building. To cover a façade with thermal panels, it may be necessary to construct a cladding. Instructions for installing thermal panels Insulating a house with thermal panels is carried out simultaneously with their cladding, which leads to a reduction in work time. Thermal panel can be used to decorate walls made of different materials. This way you can carry out not only the exterior decoration of new houses, but also cosmetic renovation of old buildings. Different kinds facade thermal panels allow you to satisfy the most demanding tastes. Before installation, be sure to make markings. If the façade and plinth are separated by a clearly defined boundary, then it can be mistaken for the “zero” level. In other cases, marking over the entire area can be done using a horizontal line, from which work should begin. In any case, installation of façade insulated panels requires preliminary marking of the bottom line. If one wall of the building is higher than the other, and there are also other differences in height, then markings are made for each wall from a new level. Installation of the guide, which acts as a low tide, is carried out along the entire length of the “zero” mark. Since the correctness of the work results can be achieved by checking the horizontal installation, it is therefore necessary to use a building level. Before choosing the principle of laying the coating, you need to have a certain idea of ​​how to choose the right next element. All panels must first be laid out on a horizontal surface. If you alternate thermal blocks by color and size, the result will look natural. The installation method is selected depending on the type of thermal panels used. If they were purchased for seamless installation, then they are laid from bottom to top. In this case, the top row should be firmly pressed against the bottom. A layer of mortar is applied using a trowel on the back side of the panels. Facade metal panels with insulation are installed on the sheathing. The panel should be moved a little before it is finally fixed. The entire procedure is repeated with other elements until the initial row is laid. When using thermal blocks for seamless installation, you should pay attention to the fact that their end sides are filled with a small layer of adhesive. If the finishing material is installed in dry weather, the wall surface and insulated panels will need to be pre-moistened. Seam cutting technology An important point The work of installing thermoblocks involves joining the seams. It determines the integrity of the coating. The whole process is carried out step by step, and it begins with filling the joints with cement mortar. If the work is done efficiently, then during frosts moisture will not be able to penetrate under the panels. Otherwise, the façade jointing may collapse. Joining can be done using a thick plastic bag with a corner cut off. The bag should be completely filled with the solution, carefully squeezing the prepared composition into each seam. Care must be taken that it does not remain on the panels. After setting, all seams must be compacted. This is done using a small wooden spatula. There is no need to try to compact the liquid solution immediately after jointing, since it can only stain the thermoblocks. For more information about jointing, see this video: To final level the seams after compacting them, use a broom. It must be made of plastic or plant material. On last stage To complete the work, you will need to treat the surface with a water-repellent compound. This is done only after the glue has completely dried. Correctly installed warm facade panels will look like brickwork or other finishing material, which will give the building an individual appearance.

Most methods of insulating a house involve “wrapping” it thermal insulation material and subsequent decorative finishing. However, these two labor-intensive processes can be combined into one operation that is also accessible to non-specialists. We will talk about decorating a house with thermal panels. Thermal panels were first introduced by German specialists about half a century ago. Clinker tiles were glued onto slabs of polyurethane foam, which is a good thermal insulator, during the manufacturing process. The use of such panels made it possible to solve two problems at once - to insulate the facades of the house and give it the appearance of a modern stone building.© Porcelain stoneware is well known as a material for interior decoration, but it is also excellent for outdoor use as part of thermal panels. This type of cladding has become widespread among those who prefer the design of the façade of a house with stone masonry. And although the material resembles stone in appearance, it differs favorably from it in its properties. Porcelain stoneware is produced under the influence of high temperatures and pressure, the material is compressed so much that it is not afraid of mechanical damage and atmospheric influences. In these indicators, it is superior to natural stone. Thermal panels with glazed tiles Thanks to the smooth surface and heterogeneous color, similar to the shades of natural brickwork, this particular tile has become popular when finishing many apartment buildings. Clinker thermal panels Clinker is a harmless and environmentally friendly material. Clinker tiles give the panels high resistance to aggressive influences environment. Clinker thermal panels are superior even to some types of natural stone. The panels are resistant to mechanical damage and have a low water absorption coefficient. differ in frost resistance. And of course, they have excellent heat and sound insulation properties. Versatility of the material Thermal panels can be mounted on the facades of any houses - there are no restrictions for their use in facade works. You can attach them to different surfaces– concrete, expanded clay concrete. classic brick, plastered and unplastered facades, walls of houses made of foam and aerated concrete blocks, wood. This gives thermal panels clear advantages when it comes to insulating old buildings. Do not forget that thermal panels are a 2 in 1 material. being both an insulation material and an element decorative finishing. Manufacturers claim that thermal panels can save heating costs by an average of 40%. At the same time, imitation of brickwork with thermal panels will cost almost half as much as natural finishing bricks. Simplicity of installation technology Thermal panels are not afraid of broken façade geometry. In this case, a lathing is used to level the surface. Thermal panels can be installed even at sub-zero temperatures. This distinguishes the material favorably from plaster or siding. The use of thermal panels significantly reduces installation time and does not require high professional training of the worker - they can be installed independently. Light weight The lightness of the material completely eliminates the need for additional strengthening of the foundation. This is relevant when it comes to the reconstruction of old buildings. The weight of the thermal panel is approximately 15 kg/m2. Disadvantages of thermal panels The disadvantages of the material include, perhaps, the difficulty of preparing the surface. Uneven facades require lathing, the production of which takes a lot of time and effort. Many note the high cost of the material, even though the material belongs to the 2 in 1 category. Corner elements take up a lot of money. Structure of thermal panels Thermal panels are a multilayer material, which is why they combine the properties of both finishing material and insulation. The structure of a multilayer thermal panel pie is as follows. The base is oriented strand boards (OSB), formed by pressing wood fibers. Wood shavings are located in the thickness of the material at different angles to each other and. being impregnated with an adhesive composition, they impart high strength and moisture resistance to the material. Polyurethane foam with a thickness of 40, 60 or 80 mm is used as an insulating layer. Thermal panels in which polyurethane foam is used as insulation are distinguished by lightness, rigidity, and good thermal insulation. In addition, polyurethane foam is reliable in terms of fire safety: the material does not support combustion.Fig. 1. Thermal panel design: 1 - oriented strand board (OSB); 2 - polyurethane foam; 3 - facade tiles (porcelain tiles, glazed tiles, clinker); 4 - spike; 5 - groove. The facing is the upper part of the thermal panel, which, in fact, creates the appearance of the facade. The appearance and functionality of thermal panels entirely depend on its quality factor, because it is the cladding that takes the blows of bad weather - rain, wind, snowfall - and is exposed to UV radiation. Installation of thermal panelsAs a rule, manufacturers of thermal panels provide installation instructions with diagrams or photographs that allow you to understand the sequence of work. Therefore, you can always install the cladding yourself and significantly save on paying for the work of builders. Link

Facade panels are used for exterior finishing. Installation can be carried out either with the involvement of a specialized team or independently.

The appearance replicates the finishing with natural materials - brick, stone, etc. The strength of the material allows such panels to be installed not only on the main part of the facade, but also on the plinth.

Installing a house using facade panels is an economical and practical solution. Unlike installing metal ones, installing facade panels made of plastic is easier due to light weight, does not require a large number of additional elements. However, installation is fraught with risks. Therefore, it is important to follow the basic rules for installing facade panels.

Key rules for installing curtain panels for facades.

• The panels are mounted from left to right, from bottom to top.
• The screws must be fastened strictly in the middle of the hole, without screwing them in all the way.
• There should be small gaps between the panels, approximately 2 mm. Façade panels must not be fastened tightly together!

These rules are determined by the thermal contraction/expansion of the panels at different times of the year. It is important to ensure free movement of the panels. Otherwise, the façade of the building will “lead” and the panels will begin to move away from the walls.
“YAFASAD” panels are provided with temperature notches, as well as places for fastening screws.

We have provided several design features for the convenience of installing facade panels yourself. The video will tell you about them.

Transportation and storage

In order for facade panels and additional elements to serve you for as long as possible, you must follow the rules of transportation and storage:

• Facade panels can only be transported in covered transport, and packages of products must fit in the body and not protrude beyond its length;
• During transportation and storage, products must be stacked in the following order: at the bottom are packs with panels, on them are packs with additional elements;
• When unloading, it is prohibited to throw packages of products;
• The panels can only be stored and transported in their original packaging, in a dry room, protected from direct sun;
• Storage areas must be well ventilated;
• Storage temperature should be in the range from -65°C to + 50°C;
• It is prohibited to store packages of products near heating appliances;
• If you plan to store façade panels for a long time, you should store them on racks or pallets. The maximum number of packages in height is 5 pcs.

Required Tools

Installation of facade panels does not require a large number of tools. It is enough to prepare a tape measure, a level, a rope, a hammer, nails, scissors for cutting panels, self-tapping screws, a screwdriver, and a screwdriver.

Installation stages

Surface preparation

One of the advantages of façade panels is that they can be installed year-round. However, in severe frosts (-15°C and below), installation of plastic façade panels is prohibited. This type of cladding can be installed on any type of building.

First, you need to free the facade from decor, debris, old coating - anything that could interfere with installation. Then you need to decide where the first row of panels will be located. If the house is old, you can take the beginning of the previous finishing as a guide. If the facade is being installed on a new house, we recommend installing the facade panels from the beginning of the foundation.
Next we mark the lower edge of the facade. To do this you will need a cord and a level. Use them to draw a horizontal line around the entire perimeter of the house.

Installation of sheathing

There are two types of sheathing: wooden and metal. If you decide to use wooden slats, make sure that they are treated with special impregnations to protect them from fire, pests, mold, and rot. Metal sheathing more durable, its design provides better ventilation of the facade. We recommend using the Grand Line GK profile for installation of façade panels. Optimal thickness metal - 0.5 mm.

The sheathing slats are installed vertically (Fig. 1). The pitch between the axes is 300-400 mm (Fig. 2). The lathing is laid completely around the window openings, at the corners, at the lower and upper points of the facade.

If you plan to install façade panels with insulation, place it in the spacer between the sheathing slats.

Installation of additional elements

Before installation of façade panels begins, it is necessary to install decorative elements. They cover doorways, windows, corners. To frame the interior corners, you will need two 7/8-inch universal J-profiles. A J-profile is also installed along the top edge of the facade to install the final row of panels.

Installation of the starting profile

The starting strip is installed horizontally along the bottom of the facade, which you marked earlier. In this case, you need to make indents of approximately 10 cm from the corners for future installation of corner strips.

Installation of the universal J-profile

To decorate corners

To arrange the internal corner you will need 2 universal J-profiles. Installation should start from the top. Fasten the screws in the special holes without pushing them all the way. Using a level, check the evenness of the profiles. Secure the additional element along its entire length with self-tapping screws in increments of 150-200 mm.

For edging the top edge

The J-profile must be secured with self-tapping screws to the sheathing in the upper part of the facade. The pitch of the screws is 300-400 mm (corresponds to the pitch of the sheathing).

Installation of corners of façade panels

To install the radius strip, you need to screw self-tapping screws into the top of the panel on both sides. Make sure that the plank hangs level and fasten the screws along the entire length of the additional element in increments of 200-400 mm. Then install the set strips into the radius strip (Fig. 3, 4, 5) and secure them to the wall with self-tapping screws (Fig. 6).

Place the starting elements along the bottom of the facade. They should be placed in increments of 300-400 mm (along the sheathing slats) (Fig. 7).

Do-it-yourself installation of facade panels. Step-by-step instruction

Installing the final panel in a row

Top row installation

Most likely, to install the panels of the top row you will have to cut them in height. To do this, measure the distance from the previous row to the J-profile (its inner part). Subtract 5-7 mm from this figure (Fig. 21). Mark this distance on the new panel and trim off the excess.

Now the finished panel must be installed in the panel lock of the previous row. Then carefully bend and insert into the J-profile (Fig. 22, 23). Repeat the same steps with the remaining panels.

Facade care

• You can wash the façade using water from a hose.
• Do not use high pressure washers for cleaning.
• It is also prohibited to use aggressive chemical substances and abrasive cleaners.

Owners of private houses are often looking for the simplest, but most beautiful and individual way to decorate walls. More recently, façade panels have appeared that, at a low cost, can perfectly cope with the assigned tasks. Installation of facade panels is so simple that you do not need to invite a specialized team, but you can do everything yourself.

This method of finishing external walls is so popular that you immediately want to figure out what the secret is. Those who have already been lucky enough to sheathe a house in this way give extremely positive reviews.

• Price. The cost of the panels themselves, as well as all necessary materials for fastening and arranging the frame is significantly lower than for natural materials.
• Installation. The whole process is quite simple. If you carefully read the instructions and strictly follow the recommendations, you can cope on your own. For installation you do not need to buy special expensive tools. There will be enough of those that every owner has. Well, as a last resort, you can borrow it.
• The ability to heat and sound insulate the building. Do-it-yourself installation of facade panels is carried out according to the principle. That is, first the frame is installed, and then the cladding is attached to it. Insulation can be laid in the space that has formed between the main scrap wall and the sheathing. It will retain all the heat indoors and not release it into the atmosphere. This same layer will help protect yourself from external noise.
• Weight. Natural materials create a large load on load-bearing walls, and not every structure can withstand this. Facade panels weigh relatively little, so they are an excellent option for those houses. Which lack strength.
• Lifetime. Thanks to synthetic components, facade panels last a very long time - up to 50 years. But this figure will depend on the correct installation and the quality of the chosen material.
• Variety of colors and textures. Manufacturers, trying to conquer a wider range of the construction market, create a wide variety of shades and textures. Thus, among the facade panels you can find a wide variety of imitations, ranging from brickwork to wood or stone.
• Easy to care for. To wash the cladding, just spray it with water from a hose, but also rainwater will cope with this task perfectly.

Types of finishing materials

For cladding, different types of facade panels are used. They differ in the materials used for production, some technical characteristics and, of course, price. On construction market The following varieties are found:

1. Fiber cement panels.
2. Sandwich system.
3. Thermal panels.
4. Siding.

Fiber cement panels

The base includes cement, wood and synthetic additives that give the material plasticity. This option is the most environmentally friendly. It perfectly allows moisture to pass out, does not burn, resists putrefactive processes and reliably protects the main structure.

Do-it-yourself installation of facade panels on the frame is carried out in 2 ways:

1. Open. Mainly used for fiber cement boards up to 14 mm thick. Through holes are made in the element through which galvanized self-tapping screws are screwed into the frame. After the whole process is completed, the caps need to be painted in a suitable color. This will help both disguise the fasteners and protect them from moisture. A small gap is left between the tiles for filling with a sealing compound.
2. Hidden. Suitable for heavier tiles whose thickness is greater than 16 mm. In this case, clamps are used as fasteners. This method allows you to more securely fix the element and hide the horizontal seam.

Sandwich system

This is one of the modern finishing methods. This finish consists of 2 sheets of metal between which there is pressed insulation and a vapor barrier membrane.

The main advantages of these facade panels are:

• Soundproofing.
• Resistance to fluctuations in external temperature.
• Protection from precipitation and mechanical damage.
• Inert to biological effects.

Installation of facade panels is carried out on the frame open or in a hidden way. To begin, attach a starting profile where the elements of the first row will be placed. The joints are treated with sealant. The corners are closed with special external and internal profiles.

Thermal panels

This material for exterior finishing solves 2 issues at once:

1. How to insulate?
2. How to update the facade?

Facade panels consist of insulation and facing material. They are securely fastened to each other. A house finished in this way retains heat, allows steam to pass out, and does not feel the influence of the external environment. The decorative layer can be an imitation of brick or stonework, in different colors.

The installation technology differs from the previous two options. In this case, a special adhesive composition. The panels are fixed directly to the previously prepared wall of the house. Installation begins from the bottom corner of the house. To securely fix each row, take short breaks of 20-30 minutes.

The glue is applied to the panel with a notched trowel. The element is mounted to the wall and comes off after 2 minutes. After waiting another 2 minutes, it sticks back. If the façade panel adheres well, it means that no errors were made in the technologies for mixing the solution and applying it to the slab.

Siding

1. Metal - used for finishing small private houses or garages.
2. Vinyl - has wider application.

PVC siding is the most affordable option for facade finishing. It is lightweight, reliable, and protects the main structure well from atmospheric influences. But you need to be careful with this material. During installation of façade panels, the fasteners are not tightened too much, leaving a small gap.

This is necessary so that the material can move freely when exposed to temperature. Otherwise, the element may become deformed and ruin the entire cladding.

Installation stages

Before finishing your house with façade panels yourself, you need to read the instructions and do everything without skipping a single step.

• Preparation. Clean the walls from the old cladding, remove all fasteners, lampshades and other protruding parts. Inspect the base for dirt, traces of fungus and mold. Seal cracks and holes.
• Treat the surface with deep penetration primer.
• Cover the walls with a vapor barrier film. Protects the insulation from excess moisture.
• Install the frame for the ventilated facade.
• Lay insulation.
• Protect the insulating material with a waterproofing membrane.
• Install façade panels.

If all the steps are done correctly in the exact order, then the cladding will last for many years and will delight the eyes of both the owner and passers-by.

Ventilated facade

Facade panels should be fastened according to the principle of a ventilated facade. To do this, directly on the wall of the house, install a frame made of wooden beams or metal profile. Professionals recommend using the second option. Metal is more resistant to aggressive environments and can withstand heavy loads.

The tree, in turn, needs to be treated with protective agents to extend its service life. When installing, you should definitely make sure that the lower sections do not touch the ground, otherwise they will absorb moisture from the soil and quickly become unusable.

The sheathing is created from vertical and horizontal guides. First, the vertical parts are installed. 10-15 cm are retreated from the corners of the wall and the first elements are attached. Each subsequent part is placed every 40-50 cm. It all depends on the width of the insulation and the size of the panels that will be installed. Then they work on the horizontal guides.

It is imperative to monitor how smoothly the profiles are attached. To do this, use a building level and a plumb line. When all the parts are securely fastened, you can begin laying the insulating material.

If the owner is afraid to install the facade panels himself, then it is better to use the services of a professional team. They know how to do everything right and in the shortest possible time.

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Installation of facade panels - how to properly attach basement siding?

The ancestor of facade panels appeared in the 19th century in the USA: these were simple planed boards that were stuffed onto the wall in a “herringbone” pattern so that rainwater would roll down. Over the course of more than a century, modern technology has turned them into polymer siding. This siding is a thoughtful engineering system, which consists of individual panels and protects the house from rain, snow, wind and sun.

At first the panels looked like wood siding, but the capabilities of plastic allow you to convey any texture. This is how facade panels appeared that accurately imitate cladding with brick, decorative stone or tiles. And besides excellent aesthetic properties, the big advantage is that installation of facade panels is a quick and uncomplicated process.

This is what makes basement siding so popular. This is a simple and affordable way to transform a building without major interventions in its structure.

Facade panels are an affordable way to transform a building. (photo No. 1.1-1.2)

Types of facade panels

The finishing materials market offers many types of facade panels:

• Metal panels
• Wood fiber panels
• Vinyl panels
• Sandwich panels (three-layer cassette)
• Thermal panels
• Fiber cement panels
• Stone panels
• Glass panels
• Polymer panels with imitation brick and stone

Let's talk a little about the most popular types of panels.

Metal panels are made of galvanized steel or aluminum with a polymer coating. There are corrugated, perforated and smooth. They are more often used for cladding non-residential premises - from garages to industrial buildings.

Pros: strength, resistance to temperature changes and precipitation, non-flammability.

Disadvantages: they heat up in the sun and overcool in the cold, low heat and noise insulation, corrosion if the protective coating is damaged.

Fiber cement panels appeared in Japan. They are made of cement and mineral filler (approximately 90%), and the rest of the composition is cellulose fibers, which give the panels elasticity. Often such panels are made with a wood-like coating; imitation of other materials is also possible - stone, brick, etc.

Pros: the panels are environmentally friendly, resistant to temperature changes and high humidity, provide good heat and sound insulation, do not rust or rot, and have a long service life.

Disadvantages: high price, heavy weight, require respiratory and vision protection when performing work.

Fiber cement panels - high aesthetics and high price. (photo No. 2)

Wood fiber panels glued together from split wood under pressure. They are protected from external influences by paint, veneer or polymer coating. Eco-friendly material, which looks like natural wood.

Pros: environmentally friendly, affordable price, light weight, good bending strength. Wooden panels provide good heat and sound insulation and, thanks to production technology, are not prone to cracking.

Cons: relatively short service life (10-15 years), flammable, susceptible to moisture, require processing.

Stone panels- made of porcelain stoneware, marble, etc.

Pros: solid appearance, impact resistance, high frost and moisture resistance, resistance to aggressive influences, non-flammability.

Disadvantages: due to its very significant weight, it places a serious load on the foundation and structures, therefore it further increases the cost of construction and, in principle, is not suitable for all houses.

Porcelain stoneware panels are a solid, but very heavy finishing material. (photo No. 3)

Thermal panels- an attempt to combine both insulation and external finishing, and quite successful. The panels are used for both walls and plinths. Thermal panels are made from polyurethane foam, which consists of 98% of the best insulation - air. The decorative and protective finishing of the panels is made from rolled marble chips and clinker.

Pros: excellent heat and sound insulation, resistance to moisture, to any temperature and temperature changes, fire safety.

There are few disadvantages to such panels, and the most significant is the presence of toxic components in their composition.

Sandwich panels They are a “sandwich” of two sheets of metal with insulation and a vapor barrier in the middle. In fact, these are no longer facade panels, but full-fledged wall panels, from which, like from a construction set, they are assembled ready house. They are more often used in commercial rather than residential construction.

Pros: the resulting wall can withstand frost and heat, and has excellent sound and thermal insulation.

Disadvantages: the panels are easy to damage; mechanical stress may leave scratches and dents on them.

Today, the most popular material is polymer facade panels - due to their low price, unpretentiousness, durability, lightness and strength.

Brick and stone facade panels are an exact imitation of natural materials. (photo No. 4)

What are the advantages of polymer facade panels?

• Polymer panels are lightweight and durable.
• Polymer facade panels are not afraid of temperature changes and can easily withstand temperatures from -50 to +50 °C. They don’t lead, they don’t warp, they don’t crack.
• The panels are resistant to mold, mildew, insect pests and other biological threats.
• The panels retain their appearance for many years and do not require any maintenance. The only thing you have to do with them is wash them with water under pressure once a year; an ordinary household high-pressure washer can handle this task.
• They do not require scrupulous alignment of walls for installation.
• Does not require foundation preparation work. Polymer facade panels are one of the lightest claddings. Together with the lathing, they are approximately 10 times lighter than brick cladding of the same area.
• Polymer facade panels are distinguished by an incredible variety of colors and textures. With their help, you can create almost any building design, decorating the walls either like brick or wild stone.
• A wall covered with polymer facade panels is a ventilated facade that will perfectly preserve a wooden wall and prevent a brick or concrete one from becoming damp and moldy.

This is where the answer to the question about the reasons for the increasing popularity of polymer basement siding lies. It is difficult to find another facing material with such a combination of qualities for this money.

Polymer facade panels benefit from their low price, unpretentiousness, durability, lightness and strength.

How to choose polymer facade panels

Important points to pay attention to when choosing and purchasing cladding. Good material is characterized by the following features:

• Thickness. A good panel is never thinner than 16 millimeters. Thinner panels will break easily due to temperature changes or mechanical stress.
• High-quality panels have stiffening ribs that give them additional strength.
• Package. Good material is packaged efficiently; usually, a special film of foamed polymer is placed between the panels in the packaging, which prevents the panels from rubbing against each other.
• The seller must have and present upon request quality certificates on the panel.

Be sure to pay attention to the manufacturer's brand. Large companies with a long history are technologically ahead of their competitors, on the one hand, and value their reputation, on the other. Thus, on the Russian market one of the trusted manufacturers of polymer facade panels is the Alta-profile company. They are distinguished by the most thoughtful design: from the presence of stiffening ribs, which help resist mechanical stress and combat deformation during temperature changes, to carefully calculated panel dimensions, making them easy to carry and install. And most importantly, strict quality control is carried out at all stages of production, so the manufacturer provides a guarantee of quality and safety for its products.

Polymer facade panels "Alta-profile", one of the leading manufacturers on the Russian market. (photo No. 5)

Do-it-yourself installation of facade panels

One of the main advantages of polymer facade panels is ease of installation. If necessary, almost any home owner can handle this task independently. All you need to transform your home is attentiveness, accuracy, basic construction skills and a simple set of tools:

• Plumb
• Level
• Roulette
• Hacksaw
• Hammer
• Metal scissors
• Self-tapping screws
• Screwdriver
• Lace and chalk
• Optional - a hammer drill if the wall is concrete or brick.
• Optional - grinder with speed controller.

And, of course, the actual facade panels and components: starting strip, j-profile, as well as an external corner.

It is not necessary, but it is advisable, to familiarize yourself with the range of other elements - such as different types of decorative strips and cladding elements - and, if necessary, purchase them. In addition, you have to resolve the issue with the sheathing.

Facing begins with calculating and purchasing the required amount of material. You need to take with a small margin - up to 10% of the material can be spent on fitting. It is important to carefully consider the aesthetic side in advance - for example, how to attach facade panels under stone of different textures so that they are combined with each other from the point of view of both design and technology, because they can have different thicknesses.

All work is carried out at warm weather, optimal temperature- 10-15 degrees above zero.

Stage 1. Preparing the walls

We remove from the surface of the walls all protruding decorative elements and anything that could interfere with installation. If there are any on the walls metal elements, then we check them for the presence of rust and remove it. We apply protective compounds on metal and wood. Please note that polymer façade panels last for at least thirty years, so it is better to treat the processing carefully so that you do not have to look under the cladding ahead of time.

Polymer façade panels last at least 30 years, so you need to pay careful attention to processing load-bearing walls- so that you don’t have to look under the cladding ahead of time.

Stage 2. Installation of sheathing and insulation

The façade panels are mounted strictly on the sheathing. The most commonly used is wood, but it can also be metal or plastic.

The installation of the sheathing must be approached as seriously as possible, since errors at this stage will lead to incorrect assembly of the entire wall and subsequent deformation of the facade.

We mark out the horizon along the entire perimeter of the building and make markings on the walls. If necessary, we set the low tide at this level. Vertical and horizontal strips are installed strictly according to levels and exactly in the same plane; the distance between the vertical sheathing slats should be 30-40 centimeters. The easiest way to make the wall flat is by lacing.

Errors during installation of the sheathing can lead to incorrect assembly of the entire facade and its subsequent deformation.

Relevant for our climate: before attaching facade panels to the wall, the building can be insulated. The sequence of actions is as follows: first, the sheathing is made, then insulation is laid in the space between the planks. Be sure to pull on it vapor barrier film and only then are the panels attached. It's important to leave ventilation gap between the film and the panels: otherwise the wall on which the sheathing is attached may become damp and moldy.

There is another method of insulation and installation of sheathing: special hangers are mounted on the plane of the wall covered with a vapor barrier, and insulation boards are simply pinned onto them. Next, using special fasteners, the sheathing is mounted on top of the windbreak. This method is faster, more convenient and technologically advanced.

Installing insulation under the sheathing. (photo No. 6)

The sheathing is attached to wooden walls with self-tapping screws, and to brick and concrete - with dowels. If you do not use a special fastening system, but have opted for wooden sheathing, then you need to choose slats with a moisture content no higher than 15-18%. Of course, all wooden sheathing bars must be treated with antiseptic compounds before installation. When choosing a plastic sheathing, you don’t have to worry about anything additional: it will provide ventilation due to perforation and is not subject to any external influences.

A separate issue is related to how to attach facade panels to the foundation of a house. We will talk about this a little lower - the procedure is the same, the difference is in the structure of the sheathing (more precisely, in the ability to refuse it).

Once you have aligned all the sheathing strips vertically, horizontally and in one plane, you can move on.

Stage 3. Installing the starting bar

The starting strip can be replaced by a j-profile, which is quite often used as one, especially in cases where the house is located on an uneven landscape. The installation is carried out along a pre-marked horizon and must be checked with a level. The plank is fixed with self-tapping screws every 30-40 centimeters.

Starting bar and J-profile. (photo No. 7.1-7.2)

If the starting bar consists of several sections, then a gap of 2-3 mm must be left between them to compensate for thermal expansion.

Then we install the outer corner, also carefully checking its position with a level, and proceed to the installation of the panels themselves. You can also cash door and window openings using an external corner or special platband systems.

Stage 4. Installation of facade panels

Before installation, the panels must be kept in a warm room at a temperature of about 25 degrees.

The panels are mounted on the wall in the direction from left to right and from bottom to top - this is what the locks molded on them are designed for.

We insert the first panel into the starting strip and fasten it with galvanized screws.

Important: it is necessary to leave a gap of 6-10 mm to the corner of the wall - for possible temperature deformations (in length, depending on temperature, the panel can increase/decrease up to 4 mm, in height up to 2.5 mm).

When joining a façade panel with outer corner it is necessary to trim it vertically to obtain a flat surface. The panels are cut with a hacksaw or a grinder at the lowest speed to avoid overheating and melting of the panel.

Fastening facade panels with and without insulation. (photo No. 8)

How to properly attach façade panels? For this purpose, they have special perforation. The screws must be screwed in strictly perpendicular to the sheathing and strictly in the center of the hole. Small gaps on the right and left of the self-tapping screws are left in order to compensate for thermal contraction and expansion of the panels, so you need to fasten with self-tapping screws only in the standard places, without making other holes.

We screw in the screws not point-blank, leaving a gap of a millimeter and a half, so that the panel can freely shrink in the cold and expand in the heat, without the risk of breaking. Maintaining the required gap is simple: first screw the self-tapping screw into the stop, and then unscrew it half a turn.

It is better to use galvanized self-tapping screws to fasten the panels. If you neglect this, then it is likely that you will get rusty stains on the facade of the building in the future.

Important rules for fastening facade panels: screw in the screws strictly perpendicular to the sheathing and strictly in the center of the hole and do not screw all the way, leaving a gap of 1-1.5 mm for temperature expansion.

Installation of facade panels "Alta-profile"

The peculiarity of using Alta-profile facade panels is that the company’s assortment includes all components and additional elements that can simplify installation as much as possible.

First of all, this is the Alta-profile facade fastening system, developed specifically for the brand’s siding and facade panels. Plastic sheathing does not rot, does not become damp, does not swell from moisture like wood, does not corrode and does not load the foundation like metal. In addition, the cladding assembled on this sheathing represents a full-fledged ventilated façade, which will protect the wall from the development of fungus, mold and other problems associated with high humidity.

Another important plus is that it has the same coefficient of thermal expansion as the panels themselves, so when temperature changes occur, the facade will not warp or break. The system profiles follow the geometry of the panels. It is important to take into account that different profiles are produced for different collections - you need to be careful when purchasing.

Plastic system for fastening facades “Alta-Profile” (photo No. 9)

In addition, you can use additional elements: platbands, slopes, corners, as well as a decorative system for finishing corners. In this way, you can significantly simplify the work and create a facade that is complete from an aesthetic point of view.

How to attach facade panels to the foundation

The technology for fastening facade panels to the foundation is completely identical to fastening to the wall - everything that was said above about insulation and installation of sheathing is also relevant here.

If the length or height of the wall exceeds six meters, then it is better to divide the cladding into sections. This can be done with two mirror-mounted j-profiles. In general, manufacturers usually have a whole range of facing elements for corners and door/window openings; We do not recommend saving on them, since they, firstly, significantly increase the ease of installation, and, secondly, allow it to be done with maximum aesthetics.

Having secured the first panel, we insert the next one on the right a little higher, inserting it into the lock of the first panel and sliding it down into the starting bar, after which we fasten it in the same way. In this way we make the entire bottom row to the opposite corner. Next, we proceed to the second row - and all the work proceeds according to this algorithm.

When installing, the top panel cannot be pressed tightly against the bottom - a gap of 1.5-2 mm is required for thermal expansion. If this rule is not followed, then in the heat the façade panels may ripple.

It is better to install the panels with a slight offset of a third or half the length. In this way, the facade will look more natural (especially if you are installing a facade panel under brick), and the strength of the side connections of adjacent panels will increase significantly. Since the places of their connections in this case will be securely fixed by the solid section of the adjacent panel located below.

In conclusion, it is worth recalling that polymer facade panels have not stopped developing, and the technology for their installation is also developing. Each type of façade panel may have its own installation nuances; there are differences in how to attach façade panels to brick, tile or stone. Therefore, before starting work, you should definitely study the instructions from the panel manufacturer.

The following tools are used to install façade panels:

hammer, tape measure, level, hacksaw with small tooth, Circular Saw, drill, screwdriver, hair dryer (if necessary).

For installation of Fineber basement siding (facade panels), the following fasteners are used:

galvanized nails or self-tapping screws with a countersunk head at least 30 mm long, leg diameter - 3-4 mm, head diameter - 6-8 mm.

Preparing walls and installing sheathing

Installation of facade panels is carried out on a wooden sheathing with a moisture content of no more than 15-20%, impregnated with fire-resistant and antiseptic compounds. The recommended cross-section of the sheathing bars is 45x30 mm. To install the outer corners, the sheathing slats are installed vertically at a distance of 10 cm from each outer corner of the building.

Between the vertical slats of the battens for mounting the panels, horizontal ones are installed, with the recommended distance between the lower lines of the main battens being 44 cm. To give the panels additional rigidity between the main battens of the sheathing, in the middle, it is recommended to mount a batten with a lower bar height (Fig. 1).

All sheathing slats must provide a flat surface in one plane.

Installation of FineBer facade panels and auxiliary profiles for them

Installation of panels on the walls of a building should be done horizontally, working from left to right, from bottom to top (Fig. 1). It is recommended to completely complete the installation of panels on one wall before moving on to the next.

Facade panels and auxiliary profiles for them change linear dimensions with temperature changes. In this regard, it is necessary to leave a distance between the vertical auxiliary profiles and the ends of the panels (when installing in the summer - a gap of 2-3 mm, in sub-zero temperatures - 4-5 mm).

A self-tapping screw or nail is fixed in the center of the perforation hole. The head of the fastener should barely touch the panel, allowing it to move as temperatures fluctuate. All fasteners are installed strictly perpendicular to the panel. Tilts and bends of fasteners are not allowed (Fig. 2).

When installing facade panels and auxiliary profiles for them in sub-zero temperatures (not lower than -10°C), it is necessary to keep all elements warm for 10 hours.

Cutting the elements of facade panels is done using a hacksaw with a fine tooth or a circular saw (the disk should have thin teeth installed in the opposite direction from the panel). It is necessary to start cutting the panel from the side of the perforations (Fig. 1).

Vertically located auxiliary profiles are fastened as follows: the first fastening element is installed in the upper part of the upper perforation hole, the rest - in the center of the perforation holes (Fig. 2).

If the foundation line is uneven, the facade panels of the lower row are cut from the bottom. In this case, the starting strip is not installed, and the bottom of the panel is secured with nails or self-tapping screws through drilled oval holes in the seams of the panel. The drilled holes should be similar to the perforation holes for the fasteners.

Sequence of installation of FineBer facade panels and auxiliary profiles for them

Installation of the starting bar.

The starting bar is installed strictly horizontally at the very bottom of the wall at a distance of 10 cm from the corner of the building (Fig. 1). A level is used to check that the bar is installed level and horizontal. The line for attaching the starting strip should be at the same level along the entire perimeter of the building. The starting bar is attached every 30 cm.

Installation of the outer corner.

The first outer corner is installed on the left corner of the wall. The bottom edge of the outer corner of the first row should be flush with the bottom edge of the starting bar. The outer corner is fastened as follows: the first fastener is installed in the upper part of the upper perforation hole, the rest - in the center of the perforation holes. It is not recommended to install more than two external corners at the same time.

Installation of panels.

The first panel is inserted into the starting strip and pushed into the groove of the outer corner with a gap of 2-3 mm (4-5 mm when installed in sub-zero temperatures, but not lower than -10°C). All L-shaped locks on the back of the panel must be latched onto the starter bar.

The edge of the panel that fits into the groove of the corner piece must be cut at a right angle. It is necessary to trim the first and last panels in the row (Fig. 1). It is recommended to assemble the panels in a row without securing them to mark the cutting lines. The last panel in a row should not be shorter than 30 cm.

The façade panels are attached to the sheathing through holes located in the second row from the top (Fig. 3).

Installing the last panel in a row.

Prev last panel It is attached to one fastener on the left side so that it is possible to bend the right side. Next, the last panel is inserted into the groove of the corner element. The panels are bent from the wall, joined and, by pressing the connecting seam, moved towards the wall. After which the panels are finally attached.

Installation of the next rows.

To install the next rows, the top panel is installed on the bottom and slides to the left, connecting to the previous one.

Installation of J-profile (or curb).

When designing internal corners, the J-profile (or border) is installed according to the drawing (Fig. 4, 5).

Design of window and door openings:

First, the J-profile (curb) is installed on the sides of the window or door opening. Then the J-profile (curb) is installed on the top of the window or doorway so that the end edges of the J-profile protrude a distance equal to the width of the J-profiles (curbs) installed on the sides. It is first necessary to make cuts in the upper and lower J-profile (Fig. 6).

When using a J-profile as a finishing element, a part with perforated mounting holes must be cut off on the panel that fits into the groove of the profile (Fig. 7).

The joining of façade panels with the J-profile must be carried out in compliance with a small temperature gap.

Installing a curb.

The border is installed on the panel at the point where the zones of the basement and the main facade of the building are separated and is attached to the wall (Fig. 8).

Next, when finishing the entire building with facade panels, the next row of panels is installed on the curb. When finishing the main facade vinyl siding vinyl siding starter strip is attached over the curb perforations.

Installation of additional elements.

Fastening additional elements (shutters, canopy, etc.) on top of the mounted basement siding panels should be carried out to the sheathing through specially drilled holes of a larger diameter than the diameter of the fastening element leg (Fig. 9).

Not every homeowner has the financial means to decorate their home with stone tiles or decorative bricks. It's not just the cost of materials, but also the complexity and high cost of installation. To insulate and give the house a more aesthetic appearance, there are special facade panels. Such panels have many advantages, including a low price.

Example of using façade panels

A clear example of what the facade looks like after installing the panels

The main advantage is an easy solution for improving the building. Panels are very simple products that have become popular due to their external qualities. They are able to turn an ordinary building into a beautiful and well-kept home.

The difference between facade panels, bricks and stones

The first thing you should pay attention to is the price. Facade panels are made of high-quality and inexpensive polymer. The production of such panels is much cheaper than the production of facade bricks and decorative stones.

FineBer facade panels

Docke-R facade panels

Color of facade panels

The installation method differs. If for panels a few fasteners and screws are enough, then for brick and stone much more is needed. Stone and brick take much longer to lay, due to the nature of their installation - cement, sand, and water are required. In addition, the stones must be adjusted to each other. The panels are pre-installed installed frame. Various mineral wool and foam insulation can be installed underneath them.

What are the panels for?

First of all, the panels were invented not only as a means of decorating the facade of a building, but also as a way to hide additional insulation. Their main advantage is that in the space between the panel and the wall, where there are frame wastes, you can additionally put a layer of insulation.

Pie of insulation and facade panels

Unlike decorative stones and bricks, this method of improving the facade additionally insulates and allows you to retain heat inside the building. In addition, as already mentioned, the panels are very easy to install with your own hands, without the use of third-party equipment, materials and people.

Advantages of facade panels

This method of finishing the facade was invented as a cheap alternative. In addition, installing this kind of facade and accompanying structures yourself is much easier and faster than laying out a facade from tiles, bricks and other materials. In addition, the plastic from which the products are made is durable.

Convenience during use is also noted. This façade can be easily washed with water from a hose. In addition, this method of finishing the facade allows you to simultaneously insulate the building itself. Additional components or special panels are used.

Facade thermal panels

A significant advantage of polymer panels is that they can be given any shape and visual design. The panels are painted to match various materials - wood, bricks and stones. This is their versatility.

The most important thing is not only the low cost of the panels themselves, but also of the accompanying materials. The work requires a minimum of materials and effort. Disadvantages include the susceptibility of some products to mechanical damage. Another drawback is that if one of the components of the facade is damaged, it will be necessary not only to replace the corresponding part, but also to dismantle the entire facade. However, this is much better and cheaper than replacing and repairing a facade made from natural materials.

An example of façade finishing with panels

Panels imitate brickwork

Basic rules for installing panels

Before installing facade panels, you need to choose the material from which they will be made, design and shape. In addition, preparation also includes purchasing consumables (screws, dowels) and tools (screwdrivers, grinders, screwdrivers). Here the main advantage over brick and stone is observed - there is no need to purchase cement or sand.

In addition, the panel itself can not only decorate the walls of the building, but also the foundation. The building will look strong and, at the same time, an elegant monolith.

Tools for facade work

Next, you should take preliminary measurements of the house itself. This is necessary to determine the square footage of the panels and approximate the number of screws and dowels. After taking measurements, it would be best to draw out the approximate location of the panels and create the frame structure itself. This is a general scheme of work on installing the future facade of the house.

Calculation of facade panels

Schematically, the preparation looks like this:

The most important rule for installing panels is to follow the diagram. The first layer, the first panel laid down, is the most important part. If it is installed incorrectly, you will have to redo the entire structure in the future. A level should be used to determine the installation angle of each panel. In this way, it is possible to avoid uneven laying of panels.

Types of facade panels

Facade panels: types and variety of materials

Choose the material from which the panels will be made. Today, in addition to polymer panels, there are metal panels that are more durable. At the same time, plastic retains heat better. At this stage, the issue of the appearance of the facade is also decided. The panels can be stylized as wood, decorative brick, stone and much more. There are a huge number of design solutions.

These are the most popular and popular panels. There are certain differences not only in the material, but also in the installation of the facade itself. Each type of future facade will be different in appearance.

Installation of metal siding

Everything starts identically: materials are prepared, the future structure is drawn schematically, and installation is carried out. The profiles are installed in accordance with the drawn diagram at right angles to the base of the house in increments of 50 cm. The supporting profiles must be secured with dowels.

Metal siding: installation on an aluminum frame

Remove disturbing elements from the building facade

After installing the vertical profiles, it is necessary to install transverse bulkheads. Here you will need to make tabs on each side of the panel for attaching to the profile. There are ready-made frames, but such structures have a clear drawback - they must be attached directly to the walls of the house. If the wall is made of foam concrete, then such a frame may collapse. It is also not recommended to install the frame on sand-lime brick. Red brick walls are also not suitable for a finished frame. In addition, such structures are more expensive than those installed by yourself.

Installation of vertical posts in a horizontal profile

Aligning the metal frame vertically and horizontally

We install additional vertical posts under the siding (based on the recommended dimensions of 40-60 cm)

The most common fastening of metal profiles to each other

Frame for siding

After the bulkheads have been installed, various types of insulation can be inserted into the resulting rectangles.

Laying insulation boards

Mineral wool can be attached with direct hangers

The insulation layer is covered with a wind-vapor barrier fabric

Once the insulation is installed, the panels can be secured to the frame. Each panel has holes for screws. This allows you to hide the seams and not interfere with the aesthetic appearance of the facade.

Additional elements

Metal siding kit

Schematically the installation looks like this.

Stage 1. Drawing up a diagram of the house and the future frame for the panels.

Installation diagram

Stage 2. Cleaning the building of unnecessary decorative elements.

Stage 3. Production of an external frame on the walls of a building or installation of a ready-made one.

Stage 4. Installation of flashing, starting strip and the very first row of panels. A level is used to determine the correct angle.

Low tide installation

We fasten the ebb with self-tapping screws in increments of no more than 40 cm

We install the planks with an overlap

Setting external corners

Fastening the inner corner

Installation of the starting profile

We screw in the screws in the center of the holes, check the tightness of the fastening by slightly moving the bar left and right

Installation of platbands on windows

Fastening the window profile

Stage 5. The following rows are installed followed by fastening to the frame.

We snap the first panel into the starting strip and fasten it to the sheathing with self-tapping screws

We insert the next panel into the locking part of the previous one and repeat the installation

Installation of metal siding

Stage 6. Installation of the finishing strip, soffits and decorative elements.

Installation of the finishing profile

We make holes in the last panel with a punch, snap the panel into the finishing profile

Installation of spotlights

In the future, similar installation elements are saved for each type of panel. This is also a plus of the panels - their installation is similar, which means you can easily learn how to install the facade.

Metal siding is a good option for a summer house and one-story house. Such panels perfectly replicate the effect of wood. In addition, the products are perfectly processed without unnecessary tools. Easy care - just wash the contaminated part of the house with water.

Metal siding

File for download. Production of metal siding installation works

Instructions

Decorative panels for tiles (clinker)

A relatively new material that gives an aesthetic appearance to the facade and insulates the house at the same time. Such panels have two components - a base made of insulation and an outer covering. The coating can be stylized to resemble any material - brick, stone, etc.

Such panels are attached very quickly, due to simple way. For fastening you will need a spatula, construction adhesive, and a prepared frame. The latter is not necessary, since such panels can be mounted directly on the wall. The frame serves to install an additional layer of insulation.

Installation diagram

The panels are attached as follows: a solution of construction adhesive is applied to a notched trowel. Regarding the mortar, each tile manufacturer specifies the formula of proportions required for installation. The adhesive is applied to the product, which is applied to the outer wall or frame. Afterwards, the panel comes off after three minutes and is attached to the surface again. This method is necessary in order to increase adhesion strength.

The elements are fixed with glue

The levelness of the installation is checked by level

Between the joints, the panels can be sealed with construction adhesive, and for additional strength, the panels are secured with screws. The only drawback Such panels are due to their high cost. In return, you get not only a beautiful facade, but also a warm home.

Installation of thermal panels

Fixing elements

Seam filling

Most likely this is best option not only improving the appearance of the building facade, but also insulation. Such panels look the most attractive because they take on the appearance of various materials and products made from them. The house can turn into a stone fortress.

In addition, in the event of damage to one of the parts of the facade, there is no need to disassemble the entire structure. All you have to do is pick the right size panel, remove the damaged one and install a new one.

The main recommendation is to install it in the warm season, since the glue may not harden properly at low temperatures, and the entire structure will not adhere firmly to the wall. Each manufacturer indicates on the packaging at what air temperatures it is most appropriate to mount the panel.

Video - Installation, insulation with thermal panels

Video - Installation of facade thermal panels (PPU) with clinker tiles

Fiber cement panels for plaster

Such products have a number of advantages over others:

• the weight of such products is insignificant, there is no load on the walls and frame;
• high thermal insulation. In addition, you can additionally install insulation between the frame and the panel;
• good condensate drainage. The walls of such a facade seem to “breathe”.

However, such panels are not without drawbacks. The most important of them is fragility. Products are subject to mechanical damage. At the same time, replacing one panel entails recycling the entire frame.

Siding under plaster

Characteristics of fiber cement panels

Panel options

Another advantage is the installation method. Such panels are installed in the same way as the above metal siding panels.

Installation diagram of fiber cement panels on a flat surface

Installation of fiber cement siding, diagram

Step by step, the entire installation looks like this:

• The installation site is being prepared. The facade must be cleaned and interfering decor must be dismantled;
• an installation diagram is created. The diagram is necessary for further planning of material purchases in order to accurately calculate the number of panels themselves, additional elements and fasteners;
• the frame is made. It can be wooden or profile. The frame can also be pre-ordered. Vertical posts must be installed at a distance of 50 cm from each other. Between them there are transverse ones;

  Frame for panels

• The first panel is installed from the bottom. Correct and level installation is the main stage in the work;
• panels are placed one by one and attached to the frame with screws;

  Photo - panel installation process

  Installation on a wooden frame

  Panel installation process

• insulation is inserted into the space between the wall and the panel. It could be mineral wool or foam plastic.

Video - Installation instructions for façade panels

Wood siding

Perhaps one of the most expensive types of panels, but the most beautiful. The panels are made from pressed sawdust and treated with special solutions for strength and durability. However, if you do not take care of such a façade regularly (every two seasons), it quickly becomes unusable. In addition, this finishing method is only suitable for one-story houses, since the panels are heavy, the frame may not support it.

Wood siding

As with metal siding, wooden panels are attached to a prepared frame. Installation methods are identical:

• the frame is made of wooden blocks. But it is possible to install it from a metal profile to make the structure lighter. The first rack is installed at a right angle to the base of the building, and the rest after half a meter are parallel. Between them, racks are installed across;

  Layout of wooden sheathing for siding

• the wooden frame must be treated with insect and moisture repellents;
• the resulting space between the racks can be filled with insulation. Mineral wool is recommended for insulation, since it will not only retain heat in the house, but will also allow condensation to be removed;

  Block house wall cladding

  Technology of façade cladding with wooden siding

• The panels are secured to the frame using clamps or screws.

Wood siding for home decoration

The above panels can be replaced with longer ones. The advantage of such panels is that they are fixed directly to the wall one after another in a row. The length of such products is 6 meters. This is a faster installation method. But in order to carry out work on the facade, at least two people are needed. One person cannot do this job, as the panels may not be installed correctly.

In order to cut off the unnecessary part of the panel, it is recommended to use a grinder. It will most quickly cope with such a product and evenly cut off part of the panel.

The complexity of such products lies in their mass. It is best to call an assistant for installation. So, the process will be optimally fast and correct.

After installation wooden facade covered with a protective layer of paint

Polyvinyl chloride panels

PVC siding is the simplest and cheap way decorate the façade of the building. Such panels are popular for several reasons: ease of installation; low cost; Huge color options. Among the disadvantages, it is worth noting that such panels are made of plastic and any facade will look plastic even from the farthest distance.

This type of panel is installed exclusively horizontally. To work, you will need a construction knife or any other knife. In addition, you will need a hammer drill. You will also need a level to determine the angle of the panels, as well as a hammer for driving nails.

Initial stage PVC installations panels is a preliminary inspection of the house. It is necessary to determine the location of the first row of panels. In the case of a new building, it is recommended to install the panels from the beginning of the foundation. Also, PVC panels can be installed from the initial row of the old finish.

Start of installation

Next, you should install the initial frame, namely: corners, both external and internal, platbands, first strips for attaching panels. Installation begins from the corners. The gap between them and the cornice should not be more than 6.5 mm.

The most important stage, on which the future fate of the entire facade will depend, is the installation of the first strip of panels. It is important to install the first strip of fasteners as correctly as possible, since the fastening of the panel itself depends on it. If the strip was laid evenly, then the panel will be even.

General provisions

It is necessary to install trims, ebbs and trims on windows and doors. And after the completed stages, the installation of all other rows of the facade begins. The top panel is inserted into the profile and hammered in with a nail, but not completely. There should be an interval of 0.4 cm between panels, and no more than 6 mm between other components. In order to avoid vertical overlaps, it is recommended to install the panels at half the factory mark. This way the joints will not be visible from the front side.

Sequence of installation of facade panels

When installing panels, you must remember that parts of the products will need to be cut off. For this purpose it is used construction knife. A ruler and level are also needed to more accurately measure the angle and draw a straight line on the product. Draw a line on the panel in the place where you need to cut off the piece, and carefully draw it with a knife several times. The advantage of plastic is that it is ideal for such manipulations.

You must be extremely careful, since mechanical damage is very visible on such material.

Such panels are most in demand due to their ease of installation and low cost. In addition, PVC products are installed at various building heights because they are very lightweight. Installation of such panels is simple and does not require much time.

The final step is to install the top row of panels. For the top row, only complete panels are needed. In addition, the last panel is closed with a special profile for drainage.

Video - Installation of basement siding

If you pay attention to the installation methods, there are no fundamental differences. There are certain nuances that should be taken into account when installing the panels yourself:

1. The bottom layer is the most important. Level or installed panel– this is the key to correct and successful work. In case of incorrect installation, there is a high probability of replacing the entire structure.

   Installing the first siding panel and properly engaging the profile lock

2. The frame is an important component. In addition to clinker panels, other products require a frame. It will minimize the load on the walls of the house and distribute it correctly. In addition, thanks to the frame, various insulation materials can be installed in the space between the wall and the tile.

   Wooden frame for siding

   The easiest way to insulate

3. The seams of the panels hide perfectly behind each other when installed correctly.

   Extension (joining) of siding panels along the length

4. The number of tools is minimal - you need a construction knife (preferably) to cut off excess parts of the panels, a screwdriver, a level, a ruler. In addition, installing the panels will not take much time.
5. If you find it difficult to install the panel yourself, without a specialist, hiring one person is enough. In the future, observing the work, you can easily repeat all the work done for other buildings.
6. Large field for design solutions. Most of the products are stylized as stone, wood and decorative brick. The house will look rich and elegant.

   Decorating the facade of the house

This is what a person needs to know if he decides to install the panels on his own. The process is not characterized by technical complexity. It is necessary to act carefully and carefully to achieve the desired result.

Comparison of different panels

There are both pros and cons of each type of facade panels. Everyone has strengths and weak.

Metal siding	1. Take different shapes. 2. Easy to install. 3. Durability. 4. Average price. 5. Stylization. 6. The most durable.	1. For a house there is no more than one floor, which is due to weight. 2. Metal bends easily. Replacing one component will require reworking the entire installed structure.
Clinker thermal panels	1. Lightweight material. 2. Equipped with insulation. 3. Easy to install. 4. Installation speed. 5. Various decor options.	1. High cost. 2. Subject to mechanical damage.
	1. The cheapest of all. 2. Various panel colors. 3. Lightweight material.	2. Not the best option for decoration.
Wood siding	1. Durable and beautiful material.	1. The most expensive option for facade panels. 2. For a one-story house.
Siding under plaster	1. Reasonable price. 2. Excellent heat-saving qualities.	1. Subject to mechanical damage.

The fundamental differences will be in the price and durability of the products. Of course, each of the above options has its own individual characteristics, which is why such panels are chosen.

Aspects of choosing façade panels

It is worth noting that the panels are created not only to improve the appearance of the building, but also to hide various types of insulation. Moreover, the panels allow you to hide not one, but even two or three layers of insulation. It all depends on the type of product, the height of the frame and the correct installation.

In addition, panels can and should be used to insulate not only residential premises. Such a move as insulation and the use of panels for the facade of the building is used on industrial enterprises. For large rooms this is a huge plus for saving heat inside the building. For industry, PVC panels are most in demand due to the price-quality ratio.

First of all, it is necessary to prepare the place of work. It is necessary to dismantle elements of the storm system, lamps, etc. This is necessary in order not to damage the panels themselves and related products.

Installation of panels must be careful. They need to slide on top of each other to fit easily. correct position the corresponding panel. After all the panels are installed and secured, the result is obvious - a smooth and beautiful wall.

How to attach siding

It is not necessary to seal the resulting overlaps. It would be most correct not to use such sealants, since they will disrupt heat exchange and the removal of condensate from the building.

A knife is one of the most necessary tools. With its help it is necessary to adjust the length of the panels. In the case of metal siding and wooden panels, the knife is replaced with a grinder. It must be remembered that even angles are necessary for correct joint panels.

Panel cutting

Siding cutting

After installing the facade, the most important thing is maintenance. If you care for the panels properly, the structure will not lose its appearance and will last for a very long time.

Brick-like facade panels

Video - Procedure for cladding a house

Fasteners FineBir basement siding is attached to the sheathing with self-tapping screws or nails from of stainless steel. The length of the leg must be such that it penetrates into the sheathing (base) material to a depth of at least 3 cm. The diameter of the leg is 3 mm, the diameter of the cap is 9 mm.

Base. To install FineBer basement siding, sheathing is used. It is placed horizontally, in increments of 44 cm. (Attention! For the “Wild Stone” series - the distance between the lower edges of the first and second slats is 43.5 cm, between the remaining slats is 44 cm. For the “Large Stone” and “Facing Brick” series - the distance between the lower edges of the first and second slats is 42 cm, between the remaining slats 44 cm. For the “Natural Stone” series - the distance between the lower edges of the first and second slats is 40.4 cm, between the remaining slats 42.4 cm. For the “Brick” series " and "Rock" - the distance between the lower edges of the first and second slats is 41.6 cm, between the remaining slats 43.6 cm.) Separately, sheathing bars are attached along the perimeter of door and window openings, at corners, along the lower and upper edges of the cladding area. The lathing is assembled from 40x40 mm bars, the wood moisture content is no more than 15-20%. The bars are pre-impregnated with fire and bioprotection. To make the cladding more rigid, additional horizontal slats are attached in the center between the main bars. All bars and battens of the sheathing must form a flat surface. Thermal insulation is placed between the bars.

Attaching basement siding. FineBer facade panels have perforated mounting holes. When fastening, the legs of nails or self-tapping screws must fall strictly into their center, enter perpendicular to the plane of the cladding without tilting or bending. The fastener head should not touch the surface of the material (leave a temperature gap of 1-1.5 mm, see Fig. 4). Each panel is attached at least at five points. When attaching J-profiles and internal corner elements, the spacing between fasteners does not exceed 25 cm.

Temperature gaps. Basement siding and components for it can change linear dimensions due to temperature changes. To avoid temperature deformations, during installation, provide gaps between the cladding elements (ends of panels and vertical profiles, strips). When installed in summer they are 5-6 mm, in winter - 9-10 mm. Westmet specialists do not recommend installing façade panels at temperatures below -10°C. If the installation is carried out at sub-zero temperatures, all cladding elements must first be kept in a warm room for 10 hours. When installing vertical strips and profiles, the top fasteners are placed at the upper edge of the mounting hole, all other fasteners are placed in the center of the mounting holes (see Fig. 6). The listed requirements are met in order to compensate for the compression and expansion of the material during temperature changes and to prevent their deformation, warping, and cracking.

FineBir facade panels are installed horizontally, from the left edge of the wall to the right, as shown in Fig. 3.

Installation procedure

• starting bar;
• external corners, auxiliary components;
• ordinary panels.

Starting bar. Installed along the bottom edge of the cladding. When installed, it is located horizontally, at the same level along the entire perimeter of the building (installation lines must coincide at all corners). The bottom edge of the plank coincides with the bottom edge of the first batten of the sheathing. At the edges of the walls, 30 cm from each corner, the plank is interrupted by 30 mm to provide a temperature gap (see Fig. 1). The plank is fastened every 30 cm or more often.

Facing without starting strip. If the foundation line is uneven, the starting bar is not installed. Basement siding is attached to the sheathing, having previously been cut in place from below. To fasten the lower edge of the panels, oval holes similar in shape to the factory perforations are pre-drilled in their seams.

External and internal corners. The outer corner is attached to a vertical sheathing bar. The first fastener is made through the upper perforation hole so that the element “hangs” on it. Subsequent fasteners are placed in the center of the holes on both sides. The bottom edge of the corner element should not reach the starting strip by 5 mm. External corners are assembled along their length from several elements. They are connected to each other and fastened in the center of the perforations (Fig. 3.). Each corner element is attached to at least three points on each side (6 fastenings in total). They are not fixed rigidly to the sheathing; a gap is left between the head of the screw or nail and the surface of the corner so that it can move freely during thermal expansion.

The internal corner is universal; it is attached to the sheathing through perforation holes on the internal perpendicular joints of the walls. The facade panels are fixed in the grooves so as to obtain an even joint (see Fig. 5).

J-profile. Installed along the perimeter of window and door openings, along the upper edge of the cladding as a finishing element (Fig. 6, 7).

Installation of facade panels. The first row is placed on the starting bar. On the back side of the basement siding there are L-shaped locks, with the help of which they are connected to the strip. The first and last element in the row is cut at a right angle. When installing one row, the panels are assembled without securing them to mark the cutting line. They are made so that the last panel is no shorter than 30 cm. The cut pieces can be used as the beginning or end in the next rows (Fig. 2).

The left edge of the first panel in the row is placed at an outer angle. To do this, it is cut at a right angle. When fastening, the lower edge of the trimmed panel is inserted into the starting strip, the panel is moved to the corner, leaving a temperature gap. The next one is inserted into the starting strip and connected to the previous one with grooves, pushed in until it stops, as shown in Fig. 2, 3.

If shutters, a canopy, and other additional elements are installed on top of the cladding, they are fastened into the sheathing bars. Mounting holes similar to perforation holes are pre-drilled in the cladding.

For Fineber series “Stone”

For Fineber series “Stone Wild”

For Fineber series “Large Stone”

For Fineber series “Natural Stone”

For Fineber series “Brick”

For Fineber series “Facing brick”

For Fineber series “Rock”

For Fineber “Slate” series

The basement of the building and the entire façade must be reliably protected from the destructive effects of water, wind, sudden temperature changes and all kinds of mechanical damage. For the external cladding of the basement and walls of the house, the Moscow company Terna Polymer, founded in 2001, developed FineBer siding.

Polymer coating contains special stabilizers and modifiers that increase its strength and durability. FineBer is one of the best polymer coatings in Russia.

The cladding artfully imitates wild stone, brickwork and slate. Plinth panels combine perfectly with modern materials for finishing facades. They can be used to decorate individual elements of a building: doors, windows, portals, columns, balustrades, as well as the entire facade.

FineBer siding allows you to reliably protect the base of the house, give the building originality and respectability with minimal financial costs

The advantage of FineBer basement siding

Facade panels from the FneBer company from Terna Polymer are deservedly in high demand.

Features of FineBer basement siding are:

• The injection molding method makes it possible to produce siding with relief, which has increased impact strength and is stylized natural materials. The polymer coating does not rot, does not corrode, and does not crack. FineBer siding is adapted to Russian frosts.

• Uniform and durable coloring. Facade panels are painted with two-component dyes water based, which are resistant to ultraviolet radiation and aggressive chemical influences. Painting is carried out in 2 stages (paint application and high-speed drying) using automated equipment.

• Water resistance. Mold will not appear on the surface of the polymer cladding and there will be no salt stains.

• Ease. Unlike natural stone, basement siding does not load the foundation of the building.

• Respectability. Wide selection of textures and color palettes. The color of the polymer coating is as close to natural as possible. Basement cladding is combined with popular finishing materials. Houses lined with FineBer facade panels acquire a complete appearance; they harmoniously fit into the architectural ensembles of cities and towns. Siding colors are as close as possible to natural tones.

• Environmental friendliness. The polymer coating does not emit harmful substances.

• Compliance with fire safety standards.

• Easy to install. You can do the installation yourself. Basement siding is used to protect the base, window/door openings and corners of the house, as well as to decorate the entire facade. The façade panels are supplemented with functional additional elements.

• Easy to care for. The vinyl covering does not absorb grease, and dirt is washed off from the covering with plain water from a garden hose.

• The warranty period is 20 years.

• Affordable price.

Collections

Wild stone

• colors: terracotta, gray-green, sand, pearl, white coated;
• length and width of the plinth panel: 1117x463 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Large stone

• colors: terracotta, sand, white coated;
• length and width of the plinth panel: 1080x452 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Stone

• colors: terracotta, brown, brown, gray-green, beige, white coated;
• panel length and width: 1085x447 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Facing brick

• colors: yellow, ceramics, red;
• length and width of the plinth panel: 1125 x488 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Brick

• colors: red, brown, beige, white coated;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Slate

• colors: terracotta, sand, beige, white coated;
• length and width of the plinth panel: 1137x470 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Rock

• colors: terracotta, sand, beige, coated white;
• length and width of the plinth panel: 1094x459 mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Facing brick BRITT

• colors: dark burgundy, dark pink (York), burgundy, brown-black;
• plinth panel length: 1130x463mm;
• thickness: 3 mm.

Additional elements

• A border 3030 mm long. Necessary for decorating the transition from the basement to the facade of the building. It is used to decorate door/window openings.

• The starting bar is 3030 mm long. securely fixes the first row of polymer panels; it is completely hidden behind the panels.

• J profile length 3030 mm. Used for sealing joints, as well as for decorating corners, door/window openings.

• External corners 470 mm high and 115 mm wide..

Installation

Installation of FineBer facade panels for the plinth must be carried out according to the instructions. For work you will need: tape measure, level, hacksaw, screwdriver, hammer, drill, circular saw, self-tapping screws, galvanized nails.

FineBer plinth panels are mounted on a natural wood frame (bar cross-section 45x30 mm). A metal profile is used to clad the façade of the building.

Installation on walls starts from the bottom, performed horizontally, from left to right. The starting bar is mounted 10 cm from the corner, every 30 cm, at the same level along the entire perimeter. The lower edges of the outer corners are attached flush with the bottom of the starting bar.

The first panel of basement siding is inserted into the starter strip and pushed into the groove of the outside corner. Locks on the back of the panel snap onto the starting bar.

The siding is attached to the sheathing with self-tapping screws using perforations. The head of the self-tapping screw cannot be driven in tightly; there should be a small gap between it and the panel so that the siding does not undergo deformation during temperature fluctuations.

Window and door openings are decorated using J profiles and borders. The border is installed on the panel and attached to the wall at the junction of the plinth and the main facade. To cover the entire building with façade panels, a new row of basement siding is installed on the curb.

Video instructions for installing siding with your own hands.