What is Stone Cladding?
• Stone cladding is a thin layer of stone that is used for the interior or exterior of a building, generally on top of a materiel that isn’t stone, such as concrete.
• Stone cladding reduces the weight of natural stone used for buildings and is also a way to save construction costs
THE PROS OF NATURAL STONE CLADDING
- NATURAL, unrivalled beauty
- It’s extreme durability and long lifespan
- The extensive range of stone types, colours and formats
- Complimentary to other materials such as concrete and timber
- Offers various finish options to suit applications and can therefore be used in a wide range of projects
- Provides a high level of insulation, which can therefore keep heating and cooling costs down
- Can be used for a variety of applications, indoors or out
- It is weather and fire resistant
- Can be scratch and abrasion resistant
- May increase the value of your home
- Easy to maintain long-term
DID YOU KNOW WE ALSO FIT BRICK SLIPS?
What is brick slip cladding?
Brick slips are used for wall cladding. They replicate the look of traditional bricks but are a cost-effective and safe method of achieving a brick finish to a building without using real brick.
They come in a range of systems for attaching them to an external wall and are available in a range of designs and colours. Instantly transforming the look of your property!
What are brick slips?
Let’s start from the beginning and learn more about what is brick slip cladding. Well, natural brick slips are nothing else but parts of traditional clay bricks, which have been formed in much slimmer slices. They have the appearance of conventional bricks, but they are much thinner, which makes it easier to install on the wall.
Their thickness can vary, and on the market, you will find variants between 15mm and 50mm. You can find 5 different kinds of them – handmade brick slips, reclaimed, budget, long and modern brick slips.
Benefits of brick slip cladding
The use of brick slip cladding is getting more popular and for a good reason! This product has many advantages to offer, and one of the biggest ones is the great range of available versions. Manufacturers present variants that differ in colours, textures, finishes, designs and even in sizes. Brick slip cladding can be formed from reclaimed, handmade or modern bricks, and it provides a broad selection for clients around the world. It’s also worth remembering that slips are essentially just thinner bricks and they have some key features of this material. They are known for their longevity, durability and low maintenance, which makes them a perfect choice for cladding.
Where can you use brick slip cladding?
This type of product works well both internally and externally.
It is especially helpful inside buildings as it offers a traditional brick look but takes up much less space. Many homeowners also choose to use brick slip cladding as a finish for exterior wall insulation.
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