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Cladding is the application of one material over another to provide a skin or layer. In modern days, cladding is being used widely in commercial and residential projects to provide a degree of thermal insulation and weather resistance and to improve the appearance of buildings. Wall Cladding is a popular method to provide a new and fresh look to old buildings or to create smart facades for the modern buildings. The advantages of wall cladding are
- A very low maintenance is required for the façade of the building as cladding forms a protective layer across the building. It makes the building more durable than a traditional building which is finished with wall paint.
- Cladding protects the building from pollution, dirt can impart a very shabby look to the building when only paint is used as a finishing surface.
- Cladding materials like metal, stone, wood give a very good aesthetic appeal and texture to the building.
- It makes the building weatherproof as it has strong resistance to external weather conditions like winds, sunlight, and rain. It also acts as a protective layer and prevents seepage of water into the interiors
- It creates a very good heat insulation layer protecting the interiors from absorption of extreme heat.
- Cladding acts as a sound insulating layer which prevents external noise from coming inside.
- It is a costly proposition as it includes extensive material and labor costs, but it makes the building more durable in the long run
