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EXTERNAL ENVELOPE
Why choose Cedral for the aesthetics, whole-life performance and manufacturer’s support
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hen looking at a material for the external envelope of a residential building and examining the lifecycle cost and values and compliance with the new Future Homes & Buildings Standards, fi bre cement cladding is a strong choice. Cedral fi bre cement cladding gives specifi ers the design range and technical confi dence for new builds as well as retrofi ts and renovations.
Cedral’s advantages include: • Fire-resistant: Cedral cladding is fi re performance classifi ed to A2-s1, d0
• Low maintenance and durable: Cedral cladding is low maintenance and lasts longer than traditional cladding materials
with a minimum expectancy of 50 years.
• Stands up to the harshest weather conditions: A strong, versatile and sustainable material containing cement and fi bres, Cedral does not rot, rust, warp or crack. It can withstand severe frosts, torrential rain, high heat and direct sunlight. and has a minimum life expectancy of 50 years.
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Style and creativity: Cedral cladding offers two principal cladding profi les. Cedral Click uses a tongue and groove fi xing system to deliver a clean, fl ush contemporary fi nish. Cedral Lap offers a traditional shiplap profi le. Boards can be mounted vertically or horizontally and can perfectly complement brick,
natural stone,
tiles, stucco and even metal. Cedral is available in two fi nishes and in 21 different factory-applied colours across four collections each inspired by the world around us.
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Ease of installation: Cedral planks are easy to cut, there’s no need to predrill and there’s a comprehensive range of matching trims.
• Ventilation: Cedral Facades are installed using the ventilated rainscreen system which helps to support energy effi ciency improvements and enables the rapid drying of external walls. A cavity is created between the wall insulation or substructure and the cladding, allowing air to fl ow in at the base and out at the top.
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A sustainable material: Cedral cladding uses fewer raw materials and less energy in its manufacture and produces less waste than some traditional building materials.
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CCPI accreditation: Cedral Sidings have been CCPI assessed and certifi ed.
Transforming a home in Scotland with Cedral Eòlas Architects, based in Aberfeldy, Glasgow and
panels connected to batteries were installed to provide heat and power even in power cuts and new external wall insulation ensured heat retention for longer periods. The project used three different Cedral materials: Cedral Lap in C18 Slate Grey formed the eaves box and fascias, Cedral Click in C51 Silver Grey covered the main body of the building and Cedral Click in C05 Grey was used on the ground fl oor balcony and lower ground fl oor level
Aberdeenshire, were called in to modernise a tired split-level home which was built in the 1990s on an elevated site with beautiful Highlands views. The architects specifi ed Cedral cladding for
the clean, modern look the owners wanted, transforming their home from dated to timeless. It also ticked other boxes including sustainability, energy effi ciency and comfort. Having previously fi tted Cedral cladding on a housing estate project, Eòlas Director Oliver Hardiman said: “We knew the classic look Cedral provides would fi t the brief and it’s also low maintenance for ease and comfort. The cladding was fi tted by the building contractor and the whole process was very straightforward.”
Cedral also works well with insulating materials to improve both thermal and acoustic insulation.
Oliver explained:
“The house had recently lost power for a few days after a storm and they were very keen that the renovation would provide a certain degree of self-suffi ciency in future storms, as well as high energy effi ciency.” Solar
“Cedral absolutely lived up to our expectations,” says Oliver. “The clients were really pleased with the fi nished look and pleased with the energy effi ciency. Cedral cladding is very stable, doesn’t expand and contract signifi cantly, is very resistant to water and frost damage, maintains its appearance and is low maintenance. I would absolutely recommend Cedral.” Cedral’s
UK technical team specifi ers through the process.
supports Cedral’s
dedicated Professionals hub at
cedral.world offers a material calculator, an augmented reality cladding visualizer and a full document library covering datasheets, installation guides, BBA certifi cates and sustainability information. A RIBA-assessed CPD seminar on ventilated fi bre cement rainscreen facades is available. Visit here to read Cedral latest whitepapers, Building the Future and Fit for Purpose.
01283 501555
www.cedral.world
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