Exterior finishes

All About Exterior Finishes

Exterior Finishes are the outside covering that protects the structure of a building against the outside weather elements. Exterior finished walls add an extra element to the decoration of the house. This type of finishing is done to add extra shine and smooth texture to the walls. The doors and windows are useful for providing longer durability, thereby enhancing and preserving the life style of modern homes and buildings. This creates a unique and custom look that is also long lasting and eye pleasing at the same time.

There are different varieties of exterior finishes available in the market which are made of different materials such as brick, cedar, composites, wood, stone and metal. Sometimes more than one material is used to finish the outside of a home foundation. This helps in adding character to a house and simultaneously provides a good drip-edge for water to run off from the a top floor or terrace. Completely new types of exterior finishing are being developed such EIFS (External Insulated Finishing Systems) . Though yet to garner as much popularity as more standard exterior finishes available, EIFS are certainly a good choice for the one who likes to experiment with new products.

Metal for exterior finish offers a wide variety of choices, including aluminium, galvanized and stainless steel. Metal cladding allows specific customer tailored cuts and designs. The secondary metal services such as embossing, perforating, laminating and precision curving are also available for extra additions. These tend to be easier to be done on a metallic exterior finish. However, fibre cement siding offers maximum durability and resistance to prolonged exposure and outside weather and environment. Another favourite choice for exterior finishing is Aluminium. Aluminium siding gives a beautiful and natural wood like appearance.

Maintenance is optimal as this exterior finish offers weather resistance. These are customizable, allowing a completely tailored look that will last forever. Regular cleaning and polishing is necessary to keep the glossy shine structure vivid. The total cost is the original incurring cost, which comes in a compatible package providing longer durability and protection. Overall exterior finishing enhances the look and does not even compromise the quality.

Modern exterior finishing manufacturers are making smart use of innovative textures and design modulations. The result is an endless variety and budget friendly options and availability in the market. Some ‘exterior finishes’ manufacturers also provide specific services like customization friendly finishes and design on demand facilities to take things one step ahead than their counterparts. 

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Whether you are an architect or engineer, contractor of builder, we invite you to explore our product selector to be inspired and supported in specifying Exterior Finishes in your next project.