Siding for plinth under stone

The plinth is always under the influence of external influences. Atmospheric precipitation does not just affect this part of the building, but constantly accumulates there. This is especially true during the winter. That is why the finish should be as strong as possible. The aesthetic component is no less important. Finishing the base of the house siding - the right decision.

Types and installation of siding

Installation is quite simple and takes the least possible time. Preliminary it is recommended to insulate the plinth. One panel measures an average of 1x0.5 m. At one time you close a decent part of the working area. Working with natural materials is much more time-consuming. Elements are fixed with screws on metal profiles, less often on wooden slats. The panel fastening system turns the siding into a ventilated facade, which significantly improves the indoor climate.

Siding can be vinyl, metal, wooden, cement and socle.

Advantages of facing the basement of the house with siding

The plinth panels are often used for wall finishing, while not only external ones. They are made of strong polymers. Such a foundation guarantees maximum resistance to all atmospheric and mechanical influences. The weight of the material is small enough, so the reinforcement of the foundation is not required.

Siding can mimic a variety of natural materials, ranging from wood chips and ragged stone, ending with brickwork, cedar board. In the decoration of the socle siding under the stone do not have to replace the fallen stones. The assortment of decoration under the stone is very extensive: bout, parfir, chipped, dolomite, granite, brick. From the side it is not so easy to distinguish natural stone from "siding". The surface of the panels duplicates the roughness, sharp or oblique corners of natural materials. The color palette is identical. Use a different texture in the facade finish, get an excellent result. The service life of polymers is much higher compared to conventional materials.

The tree lends itself to shrinkage and swelling, the brick is cracked. Paint and plaster coating needs cosmetic repair on average every 3 years. Sheathing of the socle siding will make it shock-resistant, resistant to fungi. This material does not need to be repainted. Care is extremely simple: you only need to periodically wash off dust and dirt with a jet of water. The house with the decoration under the stone will look very presentable.