WALL CLADDING & PANELLING
Presented By: Ar. Nikunj Patel
What is wall cladding ?
• Cladding can be defined as an exterior finishing system that’s purpose is to protect the
underlying structure as well as to provide a decorative finish.
• Cladding is a great product for any home, as it is both protective and decorative. However,
there are many different types of cladding, Here is a quick overview of what is available
FEATUTERS OF WALL CLADDING
• Sound & Thermal insulation
• Water resistance
• Improves appearance of the wall
• Prevents Spread of Fire
FEATUTERS OF WALL CLADDING
A. Interior Wall Cladding
• The cladding should have a proper finish.
• It should be moisture resistant.
• It should be resistant to stain and hide them as much as possible
• It should be easily washable.
B. Exterior Wall Cladding
• Renders protection to the walls against weather conditions.
• It should be aesthetically appealing.
• It helps in the thermal insulation of the house.
• It also cuts off the sound and helps in making the building sound–proof.
• It should be able to resist fire for a longer period.
TYPES OF INTERIOR WALL CLADDING
WOOD P.V.C. STONE MOSAIC BACK PAINTED
GLASS
BRICK M.D.F. TILE
TYPES OF WALL CLADDING
WET WALL CLADDING DRY WALL GLADDING
METHODS OF FIXING WALL CLADDING
WET WALL CLADDING DRY WALL GLADDING
DRY WALL CLADDING
• Dry wall cladding is a type of cladding where two types of surfaces are mixed together to
form a fusion a new surface. For example, marble and granite cladding is generally used
for concrete walls, block work, masonry work etc.
• Dry Wall Cladding system provides a means of cladding external and internal walls, quickly
and cost effectively.
• This unique state of the art cladding system utilizes thin kiln fired clay brick slip tiles
permanently bonded to a patented high impact backer panel. They can be used equally on
new build or renovation projects and will provide a finished wall.
• Different types of dry wall cladding
1. Wood
2. P.V.C.
3. Stone
4. Back painted glass
5. Mosaic
6. M.D.F.
7. BRICK
WOOD DRY WALL CLADDING
• Wood cladding is extremely popular as nothing
beats the look of real timber, and timber suits all
styles of homes.
• Wood cladding comes in horizontal boards and
panels.
• This cladding choice as sustainable timber and it is
also a good natural insulator.
• It give a Look of elegance and warmth and can be
painted with any colour.
• Various connection joints such as tongue and groove
joint , feather edge joint , shiplap joint ,etc. could be
used to get desired effect .
• Its thermal insulation capacity is far better than that
of steel and concrete. Thus, it can help in energy
conservation.
STONE DRY WALL CLADDING
• Stone cladding is a layer of stone that is used for the
interior or exterior of a building , generally on top of
materials such as concrete.
• Stone cladding can be natural stone that have been
quarried and cut into thin pieces to reduce weight
• As natural stone is heavy , sometimes mechanical
mean of fixing can be applied using shelf angles or
stone clip .
• Stone veneer is a thin layer of any stone used as
decorative facing material that is not meant to be
load bearing.
• Stone veneers are preferred over natural stone as it
is cheap , lightweight and available in many colors
and textures .
BRICK DRY WALL CLADDING
• In brick cladding you can create a variety of looks and
patterns just by using different color bricks.
• You can also render over them if you choose brick
cladding.
• Bricks are lightweight, easy to work with, a good
insulator, and don’t need much maintenance.
• Brick cladding method has been used for thousands of
years .
• It can be used to enhance the appearance of walls or to
provide an old fashioned appearance .
• They are available in variety of patterns or colors and can
be laid out in many different courses .
• It is designed to shed and repel water so that it cannot
reach internal framing of building .
• First class bricks are used for cladding .
BACK PAINTED GLASS WALL CLADDING
• It gives a nice glossy finish to the walls- be it the exterior
walls or interior walls.
• The panels of the glass should be installed carefully with
precise calculations so that perfect fitting can
be achieved.
• The reflective properties of glass really make the walls of
your home stand out.
• The glass panels are fitted into a lightweight
aluminum frame.
• Glass is weatherproof, it easily resists heat, wind, and
rain.
• It transmits up to 80% of the light, which makes
it aesthetically appealing.
• It does not have corrosive properties like metal cladding
so it requires very low maintenance.
• However, glare is one of the major issues while
using glass cladding. A lot of glare is produced because
of glass cladding.
P.V.C WALL CLADDING
• PVC wall and ceiling panels are available in a variety of
colors, patterns and textures.
• These panels are also available as 3D sheets that give a
decorative look to the wall, as in this example.
• The PVC sheets are available in both small sizes (the joint
lines are visible on installation) and large sizes that give a
seamless look to the overall design of the wall.
• PVC panels are a lightweight, strong and highly durable
factory-manufactured material.
• They are very easy to transport, handle and install at site
and do not create a dusty environment during
installation.
• PVC panels can last for years without warping or bending.
• PVC wall and ceiling panels are made of a waterproof
material which makes these panels highly resistant to
water.
• PVC panels are very easy to clean. Routine cleaning
involves just wiping with a damp cloth.
WET WALL CLADDING
• A wet wall hydro panel, or shower wall is a large panel that will fully waterproof the wall
area around your shower, bath, sink, or any area that you would ordinarily tile.
• Wet wall panels come in a variety of sizes.
• They are easy to install and do not need to be grouted. You can also cut them to your
specific bathroom size and needs.
• All these features make wet walls easy to maintain and keep looking new.
• Different types of dry wall cladding
1. Vinyl
2. P.V.C.
3. Tile
4. Back Painted Glass
VINYL WALL CLADDING
• unlike standard wallpaper, these wall coverings are made
from thin vinyl woven wires adhered to a fabric backing
layer for added strength and durability.
• This product can be installed using many of the same
tools and techniques required for standard wallpaper.
• vinyl wall covering has excellent abrasion resistance,
giving the product high durability
• Compliant with the most stringent fire regulations It is
very easy to clean and maintain, even bleach washable
Surface with high friction resistance, making it an ideal
product for high-traffic environments
TILE WALL CLADDING
• Cladding tiles are made up of ceramic or vitrified material
which makes it very durable, robust, with high-end style
and quality.
• When looking for such tiles, always look for branded tiles
that are high in quality. This way, it can be used for a long
time. Such home construction materials are installed
once in a while.
• They come in various design and pattern
BIBLIOGRAPHY
• https://civiconcepts.com/
• https://www.houzz.in/
• https://in.pinterest.com/
• https://www.google.com/
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