Cladding is a process of covering a surface with some material for providing protection as well as decorative finish. Wall cladding refers to covering walls with another material such as stone. It provides protection to interiors against various weathering agents such as sunlight, rain, wind, snow, fire, etc. Sometimes, exterior paints are not sufficient to provide protection and the stunning aesthetics provided by different cladding materials.
Types of Stone
Cladding of buildings with stone veneer, or even constructing buildings completely from stone has been a technique used for thousands of years. Cut stones an be stacked in place to build walls or columns depending on the builder’s ability and budget. Common stone for cutting into building blocks are granite and marble since they lend themselves to the practice. For cladding, sedimentary rock is more likely to be used, simply because in general, cladding is only a thin veneer, and the surface of sedimentary rock, weathered and often showing wonderful colors is plentiful and easy to work with.
Beautifying the building
One of the best ways to add a layer of durability and style to a home, wall, or other fixture is by using stone cladding. This is an extra layer that is created from either real or manufactured stone, and it is added over buildings, walls, etc., that are actually made from other materials. For example, a metal building could even get faced with a new layer to make it look as if it has stone walls.
Natural Stone Cladding and its benefits
There are plenty of benefits of using natural stone cladding in your home. Here we take a look at the reasons why many architects, designers and home owners opt for natural stone over manufactured cladding.
- Appearance
- Robust nature
- Versatility
Natural stone cladding can be used to add age and depth to a classic room or complement a contemporary space depending on the type of stone you select. With no two pieces of stone the same, you’ll have a unique surface where the imperfections and patina enrich the aesthetics of your exterior or interior space.
Being incredibly durable, natural stone cladding can withstand harsh weather conditions and is more resistant to chipping or breaking than many other walling materials. Its robust nature means your feature wall will stand the test of time.
With a variety of different stone types to choose from, natural stone cladding is incredibly versatile. It can be used internally to create a feature wall in your living room, finish off a fireplace or add visual impact in a bathroom. Outside, it can be used to break up the façade, enclose a pool or complete a boundary wall.