42 CLADDING & FACADES
Aesthetics are also a key consideration. Brick finishes remain popular, particularly in British architecture and design, and in many areas may be the vernacular building material. It is often part of planning requirements that a new housing develop- ment must use bricks, or a particular colour or type of brick, to fit in with the surrounding area. For modular housing developments, it would not be viable to achieve this with traditional construction techniques for all the reasons outlined above. It is possible to build an outer skin using
standard bricks, but this would have to be constructed onsite once the building has been delivered, which would negate many of the benefits of offsite construction.
AESTHETICS
The brick slip market has grown significantly in recent years and there is now a wide selection of manufactured brick slips and corners available. Manufactured (extruded) brick slips are competitively priced and generally enjoy a reliable supply chain. In addition to extruded slips, it is also possible to have brick slips cut if a specific brick has to be sourced, although this is a more costly option.
The extent of brick colours and textures available means that most aesthetic designs are possible. Brick slip cladding systems are
flexible and may be used in conjunction with other cladding systems such as timber and render. This means that a mixed pallet of finishes, popular for creating a contemporary look, is achievable. It is also possible to add layers of insulation for better thermal performance, and the slip profile means that the overall thickness of walls is reduced. This flexibility appeals to modular builders as they can offer a greater selection of finishes to their clients, giving a develop- ment a more bespoke feel.
There are many benefits to using brick slip cladding when constructing housing offsite. The opportunities and quality products are there, and cladding allows you to achieve a real brick finish within an energy efficient modular design, without compromising on the speed of delivery. This all puts brick slip cladding in a prime position to make a positive contribution to the modular construction industry.
Richard Haines is general manager at Eurobrick Enq. 144
Specialists in stone cladding
Contact us for specialist services and advice by calling 01869 220 050. Alternatively you can email us on
info@century-stone.co.uk or visit the website
www.century-stone.co.uk
Enq. 145
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