The foundation requires protection even more than the facade of the building. The load-bearing structural element must not only be strong, but also retain strength for a long time so that the structure can last a long time.
An affordable and quick option for finishing and protecting the basement is corrugated board. This material will not only protect against negative impact, but will also give a more attractive look.
Previously, corrugated board was used only as roofing material for industrial buildings or warehouses. All because he had a completely unattractive appearance and one shade. Modern technologies metal processing allows not only to paint the material in different colors and shades, but also to imitate the laying of brick or stone, as well as wood.
Now it is also used in private construction for:
- fences and gates;
- facade cladding;
- roof coverings.
But when choosing a profiled sheet, you need to consider that for various works there is different types material.
Profiled sheet characteristics
This method of cladding is gaining more and more popularity due to a number of advantages:
- High levels of strength.
- Resistant to temperature shocks and moisture.
- inertness to biological organisms. Mushrooms and mold do not develop on the surface, and even rodents cannot spoil it.
- Fire safety.
- Duration of operation. Service life starts from 15 to 25 years, with correct installation. On some resources on the Internet, more numbers are also indicated, but given the conditions of operation on the basement surface, you should not count on such indicators.
- Durability of the decorative coating.
- Convenient and fast way installation. The corrugated board is installed on the frame as a ventilated facade. Knowing all the rules for the construction of such a design, each owner will be able to sheathe everything with his own hands.
- Large selection of colors and textures.
- The presence of additional elements will help to make the facing structure more protected from atmospheric precipitation. In addition, the cladding looks complete and attractive.
- Before installing corrugated board, the plinth is insulated with a suitable material, which will protect against heat loss in the room and make the floors warmer.
- The material is easily adjusted to the desired dimensions with the help of improvised tools. True, the place of processing requires the application of protective anti-corrosion compounds or simple staining.
- Affordable cost. The price of flooring is different and depends on, but still it costs much less than other sheathing material for the base.
Care
Another advantage of this material is ease of maintenance. You won't have to put in any special effort. If the corrugated board was not damaged before installation and in the process of facing, then it is enough to check once every 5 years whether cracks have appeared and whether the decorative coating has peeled off.
The material has bends, which means that dust and dirt accumulate on their surface. Use soapy water and a soft cloth to clean. Shouldn't be used detergents with chlorine or abrasives.
This cleaning method will damage the polymer layer that protects the skin from corrosion. As a result, the material will lose its attractiveness and will no longer be able to protect the foundation from the surrounding negative impact.
Which profiled sheet to choose for sheathing the foundation of a private house, cottage
- Bearing flooring - has high rigidity, thanks to the impressive size of won and stiffeners. It is made of metal with a thickness of 0.7 to 1 mm. It is used for floors or fixed formwork, as roofing material. Not suitable for plinth sheathing, has a high cost and excessive strength.
- Wall profiled sheet is used for cladding walls and plinth, construction of fences. It is quite flexible, so it requires competent installation frame. To create such a corrugated board, choose a metal with a thickness of 0.4 mm. The wave has a lower height than the previous version, in addition, there are no additional stiffeners. Prices for a wall view are much lower than for a load-bearing one.
- The generic view is used for both roofing works and for wall decoration. It is marked NS. The thickness of the material can be in the range of 0.4–0.8 mm. There are options with different height waves. Insofar as universal view flooring is suitable for different jobs, then it occupies a central position, both in price and in strength.
Overview of sheathing materials
After evaluating the information above, we can say with confidence that for finishing the basement of a private suitable at home wall or universal type of corrugated board. But here the height of the wave is also taken into account. Now consider the wave size options and which one is better to choose in a particular case.
Professional sheet C8
Such a marking on the material means that it is a wall profiled sheet, with a wave height of 8 mm. It is used for lining the basement only if, in winter time some snow falls or the owners clean it regularly. It is suitable for cottages and residential buildings in which they live all year round.
Professional sheet C10
This option is also wall, only with a wave height of 10 mm (1 cm). Its rigidity is slightly higher than that of the previous version, but still you should not use it for giving. The owners of such houses rarely appear in winter, which means that a lot of snow accumulates near the walls. These sheets will not be able to withstand the load, as a result, dents will appear.
Professional sheet C20
This wall decking has a wave height of 20 mm. Such rigidity is enough to withstand both strong heaving of the soil and a large accumulation of snow near the wall. It is also perfect for wooden dacha and permanent residence. The cost of this option is slightly higher, but the owner will not worry about the sheathing after severe frosts or snowfall.
Professional sheet C21
The option is not much different from the previous one, except for the wave height, which is 21 mm. It has the same characteristics and approximately the same cost. You can finish the walls, basement, and build fences.
What tool is used to cut profiled sheet
If during the installation process there is a need to trim the sheathing material, you need to do it correctly. The main thing is not to hurt polymer coating which protects the flooring from the spread of rust. Not all tools will do the job well. Therefore, consider the most common options.
And one more important nuance- after trimming, the processing site must be covered with paint or an anti-corrosion compound. This will help protect the material from premature failure.
Angle grinder (grinder)
Professionals do not recommend this method of cutting material at all. During processing, the corrugated board heats up to critical temperatures, as a result, both the metal and the polymer coating burn out. It is impossible to protect such a cut, therefore, as a result, edge corrosion begins at a distance of 5–6 mm from the cut line.
In addition, when the grinder works, they form sparks. They scatter in different directions, so they can get on the polymer coating much further from the processing line. Under the influence of high temperatures, the paint is damaged. There is a point damage that grows over time.
Hand circular saw
Such a tool can be used if you install a special circle. Its advantages over the previous option are as follows:
- A lower rotation speed, which means that the metal does not heat up.
- The cut will be even, but the work takes practice.
- Can be processed quickly a large number of materials.
- Circles are sold in all construction stores and are inexpensive.
In the process of cutting, you need to be very careful, because small metal filings are formed, which often cause damage to the skin, and sometimes the eyes.
Electric jigsaw
This option will allow you to cut out elements of different shapes and fit them to right size. Before cutting begins, a drawing is made on a profiled sheet and measurements are carefully taken. The edge is neat.
But this method is not suitable for material whose wave height is higher than 20 mm. It is impossible to make a beautiful and even cut, often the metal simply breaks.
Electric scissors
This is the most popular way to fit a profiled sheet among professionals. Scissors are:
- cutting;
- knife;
- slotted.
The last option is the best. A special head helps to make a smooth cut without flaws, chips or bends. Scissors are a good option for cutting corrugated board, but their high cost does not allow home craftsmen to acquire a tool. Yes, and it’s not worth buying if a person will not be engaged in finishing work with corrugated board in the future. Such tools can be rented at a hardware store.
Finishing the foundation of the house with a professional sheet with your own hands
Close the foundation he negative impact environment is a must. But in order for everything to be done qualitatively, it is necessary to select right time performance of work. It is better to sheathe the base after:
- Equipped . Between the blind area and the bottom edge finishing material ventilation gap must be left.
- Created waterproofing on the foundation.
- Facade cladding completed. During the work that will be carried out when finishing the walls, the corrugated board is easily damaged.
In the case when laying insulation is provided under the corrugated board, two processes are performed simultaneously. But be careful, the section of the basement, which is located in the ground, is insulated along with the creation of a blind area. top leave until facing.
Be sure to do all the finishing work and leave until the warm season. It is desirable that the ambient temperature does not fall below 5 degrees Celsius.
start facing works from foundation preparation:
- Eliminate areas that are crumbling or flaking.
- Removes dirt and grease stains.
- Treated with soil.
Waterproofing and insulation
Since the foundation is the part of the building that is subjected to the most heavy load, then it must be protected from both moisture and heat loss. That's why concrete surface the plinth is covered with waterproofing in the form of:
- coatings;
- plasters;
- films.
The material must fit snugly to the surface in order to reliably protect against moisture. In some cases, I run the lower edge of the waterproofing under the blind area or decorative material with which it is closed.
As a heater, a rigid material is chosen that can withstand severe loads. If it will basalt wool, then it is also completely covered from above with a waterproofing membrane.
Frame preparation
Used as a crate wooden beam or metal profile. If the owner has decided to make the frame out of wood, then it is treated with antifungal and water-repellent impregnations.
Such activities will significantly increase the life of wood, which is important because corrugated board lasts a very long time. The metal profile does not require additional processing. It is cut into elements of the required length.
It is important to choose the right way to install the frame. If the flooring is mounted vertically, then the elements of the crate are mounted horizontally, and vice versa.
For heavier linings, it is also necessary to fix the dressing elements, which will make the structure strong and reliable. This is done in the process of sheathing the basement with porcelain stoneware or basement metal siding.
Organization of the crate
In order to properly make the frame, perform the following steps:
- Perform markup. A metal profile or a wooden beam is fixed every 60-70 cm.
- Holes are made in the base with a puncher, and brackets are installed. They are fixed with dowels. If there are irregularities on the base, use brackets with movable elements, with the help of which they correct the horizontal and vertical.
- Now perform waterproofing and insulation of the basement. Both hydro and thermal insulation should not have cracks or gaps, because the material is put on the brackets and pressed tightly against the wall.
- The protective layer is fixed with dish-shaped dowels.
- After installing the brackets, fix the guides. At this stage, the building level must be used. If the design is skewed, then the strength of the cladding decreases, in some cases even becomes less attractive.
In the case when it is necessary to leave ventilation for underground ventilation, an additional frame is installed under the ventilation windows. It is calculated so that the hole is located at a height of about 20–30 cm from the lower edge of the cladding. At such a height rainwater will not enter ventilation.
Features of mounting the canvas
Fix the corrugated board in two ways. One of them is chosen depending on the material chosen for the frame.
- Self-tapping screws - suitable for both wood and metal profiles. The bond has weakened over time. But if one or more parts are replaced, the structure can be easily disassembled and returned to its original form.
- Rivets are chosen only for a metal frame. This option is more reliable, there is no chance of loosening the mount. The main disadvantage is the impossibility of repair work or use facing material after dismantling.
Before starting installation, holes are cut out in the sheets for ventilation windows. Install corrugated board from the corner of the base. Everyone new leaf fits on the whip on one wave of the previous one. The flooring is fixed through one wave. Fasteners are not tightened to the stop. Be sure to leave a compensating gap.
Metal exposed to high and low temperatures environment expands and contracts. Fix the fasteners firmly to the facing material not to be able to move freely. As a result, the skin is deformed.
Installation of vents
The gaps that were left in the profiled sheet for ventilation windows are closed only when the foundation is completely sheathed. For this, plastic grids are used. They are fixed with screws or dowels to the frame, which was equipped specifically for such a window.
Final work
At the final stage, additional elements are installed that will prevent the ingress of atmospheric moisture under the facing material.
- Low tide - is installed on the upper profile of the frame under the corrugated board. Fixed with self-tapping screws, rivets. This element removes moisture that flows from the wall of the facade of the house. The detail is selected to match the lining of the basement or walls of the house.
- External and external corners - seal the corners of the building, where moisture can also enter. Color solution the owner chooses, focusing on his own taste and combination with and facade.
It is not difficult to complete the facing of the foundation of a house with the help of corrugated board, and most importantly, it is inexpensive. Because the popularity of the material is increasing every year more and more.
Most owners of private cottages and houses are thinking about what material is better to use in order to protect against harmful effects external factors and at the same time give a beautiful appearance the foundation of the house. After all, the foundation is one of the most important elements country house.
There are many materials for sheathing the foundation: facing tiles, basement siding, fake diamond, flat slate, ordinary plaster and many others.
Of course, any type of facing material has its pros and cons. Some give the house a magnificent presentable appearance, but the purchase of such materials requires rather high financial costs, so it is not suitable for every owner. But other materials are cheaper, but it is unlikely that you can create a beautiful facade with their help.
How to cover the foundation of the house
However, there is an option that allows you to combine both acceptable price, and attractive appearance - this is a metal profiled sheet. In addition, if, when facing the foundation with a profiled sheet, you observed all necessary requirements, then its service life is significantly increased.
Manufacturers, depending on the purpose, produce Various types corrugated board: profiled roofing sheet, cladding, wall and profiled decking for fixed formwork. It is made from galvanized steel. As for the coating, it can be made of plastisol, polyester or pural. The durability of the coating depends on the thickness of the layer, the material for its application and the manufacturer.
Profiled sheet is an excellent building material that has such advantages over other facing materials as:
- long service life (up to 50 years);
- ease of installation;
- resistance to negative external factors;
- light weight;
- installation at any time of the year;
- profitability;
- high fire safety;
- aesthetic appearance.
Profiled flooring is well used in all climatic zones countries
So, you have decided to make the lining of the foundation of your house with a profiled sheet. For sheathing the foundation, you will need the following materials:
- metal profiled sheet;
- guides and metal profile;
- holders for metal profiles;
- anchor dowels;
- ventilation grates from plastic;
- self-tapping screws;
- corner.
In addition, you will need the following tools for facing the foundation:
- Circular Saw or Bulgarian;
- a hammer;
- electric drill;
- metal scissors.
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Sheathing the foundation of the house with metal corrugated board
As a rule, a profiled sheet is used for covering the foundation. standard size 6x1 m. The thickness of the flooring can be different, but it is better to take sheets with a thickness of 0.5-0.7 mm.
Before starting the installation of a profiled sheet, it is necessary to make measurements: the perimeter of the house, the width of the protrusion (if a protrusion is provided in the foundation), the height of the foundation of the house. After making all the necessary measurements, you can proceed with the installation. In addition, if there is a need to insulate the foundation of the house, mineral wool can be placed in the space between it and the profiled sheet.
The first stage of work on sheathing the foundation of a house with a profiled sheet is the installation of a frame (battens), on which the corrugated board is attached. You can make a crate from wooden bars, although it is recommended to opt for a metal frame. If wooden bars are used, then they must be impregnated with antiseptic agents.
The crate can be made from wooden bars, but it is better to use a steel profile.
The best option is a galvanized steel profile (0.5-1.2 mm), which has a Z-shape. Thanks to this shape, the frame has excellent spatial rigidity and air circulation between the corrugated board and the insulation layer. This profile is installed at intervals of no more than 1 meter, the step is adjusted depending on the weight and dimensions of the profiled flooring. It is necessary to align the crate according to building level and attach to the foundation with anchor dowels.
In addition, around ventilation holes it is possible to install additional metal profiles, although this is not necessary, since plastic ventilation grilles are quite light and can be held on the profiled sheet itself.
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The second stage of sheathing the foundation with corrugated board
After making the frame, it is necessary to cut the corrugated board. Cutting profile sheets can be done using tools such as: grinder or circular saw, hacksaw, metal shears. When choosing which tool you will use, you should remember that the profiled sheet has its own cutting characteristics due to its small thickness and polymer coating, which can be easily damaged.
So, working with a grinder is very convenient - it cuts sheets easily. However, when using it, you should use a special abrasive disc with hard-melting overlays on the teeth. But it is not recommended to use a standard abrasive wheel, as it can damage thin metal quite strongly. After the cutting process is completed, the profiled sheet must be primed and the cut area must be painted over to match the color scheme of the material. This must be done to protect the facing material from corrosion.
Another disadvantage is that the corrugated board coating during operation is damaged by hot metal particles, which also leads to corrosion. It is recommended to pre-cover the surface of the cut sheet with a non-combustible material in order to maintain the integrity of the protective and decorative coating.
The profiled sheet reliably protects the foundation of the house and gives it an individual style.
In addition, the cut edges are torn, with a lot of burrs and require additional grinding.
Using a hacksaw, you will get an even and neat cut of the profiled sheet without any notches. To make such a cut, you need to use additional tool. For this, metal scissors are best suited. Moreover, using a hacksaw, almost no effort is required, because profiled sheets are thin and cut quite easily and quickly. This tool can be preferred for small volumes of work.
After cutting the flooring in accordance with the measurements and manufacturing the metal frame, you can begin to sheath the foundation.
First, it is screwed to the entire foundation of the house metal carcass or crate. This is done as when installing drywall constructions. Then, metal guides are placed on top and bottom of the foundation of the house. Further, the metal profile is fixed to the foundation and rails with the help of special suspensions - directors. With the help of suspensions, alignment along the plane also occurs if the foundation of the house is uneven.
Finishing the basement of a house with a profiled sheet is simple and relatively inexpensive way protection of the foundation of a residential building, which has a lot of advantages.
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Despite the fact that the basement is just the lower element of the structure, its importance for any residential building is very difficult to underestimate. It is the basement of the house during operation that is most exposed to various loads of a natural and purely mechanical nature. All of them, to one degree or another, affect the base of the wall of the building, worsening it. specifications. For this reason, it is so important to choose the right material that would reliably protect the base.
At present, for sheathing this part of the structure, all large quantity people are starting to use profiled metal sheets.
Its use guarantees reliable protection wall bases. At the same time, the owner of the house will not have to repair the base every year, since the described finishing material is recognized by experts as really durable and truly practical. The professional sheet, in fact, is a universal option for carrying out finishing events. It can be used for covering the whole house.
Profiled sheets are products made of high-quality steel of small thickness (about 0.5–0.9 millimeters), which are necessarily processed using hot-dip galvanizing technology, and then an additional layer is applied to them. modern paint polymer composition. The geometric dimensions of such sheets vary quite a bit. wide ranges depending on which company makes them.
Length finished products it can be 30 centimeters, or maybe as much as 13 meters, the width ranges from 106 to 120 centimeters. But according to the height of the profile, profiled sheets are divided into several types. For finishing the basement, it is recommended to use not for the roof, but a special wall material, whose voiced height is twenty or less millimeters. Professional builders it is advised to use corrugated sheets of grades PS-8 and PS-10 or S-8 and S-10.
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Decking provides high level waterproofing, thanks to which it perfectly protects the foundation of the building from moisture ingress. This material is famous for the fact that it can withstand quite serious loads of a mechanical plan. In addition, corrugated sheets are easy to install and operate. The material we are considering is not a natural stone, on the surface of which moss may appear after a while. The professional flooring differs in hundred percent fire safety, it is very easy to look after it.
You will only need to carefully "inspect" your profile every 5 years for cracks or other defects in the profiled sheets, and periodically wipe their surface with a wet cloth. By and large, these activities are the whole "complex" of caring for the basement of your housing construction, finished with a profiled sheet. We add that the service life of the described material is at least 10 years, but in practice it is used much longer.
It should also be noted that today manufacturers produce corrugated board in the widest possible range. color scheme. Sheets of about fifty shades are available to consumers. And this means that any person is able to choose their favorite color for their home, rejoicing in the aesthetics of a residential building. In addition, profiled sheets different brands are characterized by specific bends for each type of product. Designers literally love given material for this, because they can fully realize their ideas for the formation of a unique exterior of residential buildings and other structures.
In fairness, it is worth noting the main drawback of corrugated board. It lies in the fact that its high anti-corrosion properties are irretrievably lost in cases where their polymeric protective layer is damaged or destroyed. However, try to find a finishing material that would continue to perform its functions one hundred percent after its mechanical damage.
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For the installation of corrugated products, you will need a minimum set of tools and additional materials:
- an electric jigsaw equipped with a saw that can cut metal (if you don’t have one at hand, you can use a regular hacksaw for metal);
- perforator (brackets are installed with its help);
- plinth strip and corner additional elements (they are necessary so that the plinth after installation has a completely finished and elegant look);
- a screwdriver with which you will attach sheets to the frame, as well as directly prepare this frame;
- dowels made of polyamide materials;
- scissors for metal (can be manual, but better, powered by electricity) to perform accurate cutting of the profile of the frame and corrugated products;
- galvanized screws for fastening individual elements construction (naturally, fasteners should be selected that match the color of its main components so as not to disturb the harmony of the basement sheathing with a profiled sheet).
If you do not know how to work with metal shears, it is quite possible to use an ordinary grinder, on which a special circle with an abrasive coating is mounted.
Installation of corrugated sheets is carried out on the basis of the U-shaped metal profile. Its racks are mounted using brackets perpendicular to the direction in which the profiled sheets are mounted. These brackets are fixed to the wall surface by means of dowel-nails. In this case, the recommended installation step for such dowels is half a meter.
In practice, it looks like this:
- the marking of the basement surface is carried out;
- installation of special brackets is carried out, and then racks on them;
- according to the level (strictly vertically), profiled products are placed, after which they are fixed.
It is important that the edge of each subsequent sheet slightly covers the edge of the previous one.
To perform the work, zinc-plated self-tapping screws from (less commonly used fasteners made of carbon alloys) with a hexagonal head are usually used. The use of self-tapping screws makes it possible not to carry out preliminary training holes for installing profiled sheets, since the sounded fasteners independently punches a hole, and then screwed into the metal frame without any problems. The resulting connection is characterized by a uniquely high reliability.
It is recommended to screw the screws with a screwdriver, which is equipped with a torque limiting mechanism. For one square meter corrugated product, as a rule, takes no more than seven screws. By the way, they are considered tightened absolutely correctly when the vulcanized rubber gasket protrudes from under the metal washer by about one millimeter, and no more.
At the end of the installation of profiled sheets, they begin to install separating profiles (they have hidden-type fasteners), additional elements and a special base plate on the joints of the products. All! Finishing the basement of the house with a professional sheet is completed, enjoy the elegant appearance of your home!
When the frame of the house has already been built and the finishing work remains, the question arises: how best to finish the outer surfaces, including the foundation of the house, what materials to use for decoration and cladding? In this case, saving money on materials is undesirable, since the protection of the basement walls is one of the primary tasks in building a house. What to choose: aesthetics or practicality?
Since the basement is the above-ground part of the foundation structure, it, like the outer walls of the house, needs protection: from moisture, temperature changes and frost. In addition, both the facade of the house and its basement should look aesthetically pleasing and harmonize with each other. All these conditions are met by various finishing materials.
Photo gallery: varieties of plinth decoration
Bulky in appearance, the panels are light in weight and have a textured surface that imitates natural stone Large fractions look great with facade tiles, harmonizing not only with its shade, but also fitting into overall design architecture The finish of the basement is distinguished by the accuracy and discreetness of the tiles. In this case, the shades of the siding fit perfectly into the overall architecture of the house. Pigment dye is added to the plaster, refreshing general form Houses
Types of materials for finishing and cladding
Today for finishing the foundations are used:
- plaster;
- siding (panels);
- tile;
- stone (natural and artificial);
- brick.
Each type of finish has its own advantages and disadvantages, presented below. In addition, there are differences in the way finishing works.
Table: comparison of finishing materials
| Material | pros | Minuses |
| Plaster | Affordable price, ease of finishing | The need to level the surface |
| Panels/siding | Easy to work, light weight, no need to level the surface | Need for additional works for the manufacture of a frame for mounting elements |
| Clinker tiles | aesthetic look, luxury finish material strength and durability, long service life | Labor-intensive process for perfect surface leveling, labor-intensive preparatory work |
| Polymer sand tiles | ||
| Porcelain stoneware | ||
| artificial stone | ||
| Natural stone | The high cost of the material, the complexity of the finishing process, the heavy load on the foundation | |
| Brick | Strength, durability, overall harmonious appearance with facade finish | Large load on the foundation, laborious work |
Important: finishing the foundation must be carried out, because the concrete will absorb moisture, which has a destructive effect on it during temperature changes.
Before carrying out finishing work, it is necessary to prepare the surface: remove dirt, level the foundation wall, covering cracks and chips. After leveling, the surface is primed so that the finish adheres better to the main surface.
Plaster
It is the most affordable and simple finishing material. For it, sand with cement, filled with water and mixed in a ratio of 3: 1: 0.5, is used. In this case, cement grade M400 is sufficient. The solution itself is applied to the reinforcing mesh, which acts as a fixative. The grid is attached to the above-ground surface of the foundation with fixing dowels.
The progress of work during plastering is as follows:
- A mesh is attached to the prepared surface.
- The first layer of plaster is applied to the plinth. The layer thickness should be 0.8–1 cm. The primer coat can be shaped decoratively using a scraper or a brush with metal bristles. To do this, the solution is applied to the surface in wavy lines.
- After setting the first (primer) layer, at least a week must pass, after which it can be applied finishing. The thickness of the decorative layer can vary from 0.3 to 0.5 cm.
Note: the primer (first) layer must be constantly moistened throughout the week. Wetting with water should be carried out up to four times a day, covering the surface with a film each time after wetting.
Pigment dyes can also be added to the finishing layer solution. In addition, the plaster is decorated with a rasp: contours are cut on the surface as when laying brick or stone.
And to imitate a “fur coat”, the solution for the decorative layer is not applied, but thrown in small portions. This results in a textured surface that can hide minor irregularities and defects in the foundation.
Panels
This includes siding - the material is modern, comfortable, lightweight. Except affordable price and the variety of colors of siding is distinguished by the fact that it is not necessary to glue it to the surface of the base - it is enough to use fasteners and a frame for installing panels.
Note: for the manufacture of the frame, it is necessary to use special profiles.
Finishing the siding foundation is as follows:
- The prepared basement surface is dried.
- A frame-crate is made and attached to the foundation. Fastening is carried out with self-tapping screws with dowel-inserts.
- The panels are connected to each other with the help of special grooves-locks, after which the cladding is attached to the crate with self-tapping screws.
Important: between the panels and the main wall of the basement there should be a small air layer for air circulation. This is necessary to prevent the formation of mold on the main wall when condensation forms.
Siding is also distinguished by the fact that for its installation it is not necessary to carry out perfect alignment main surface.
Tile
Strength, aesthetics and durability - these are the three components that can characterize tiles. Today, facing tiles are divided into three types: clinker, polymer sand and porcelain stoneware. They are distinguished by production technology, size and weight. And the laying technology is similar to stone cladding.
Clinker tiles are similar in appearance and production technology to bricks, but their thickness is only 2 cm. Tiles are laid on a special adhesive, which manufacturers offer in the form of a ready-made dry mix. Laying technology is the same as for artificial or natural stone, after laying it is necessary to use grout for tile joints.
Tip: for best effect grout for tiles, you can choose a contrasting color that is very different from the color of the finish.
Polymer sand tiles are made from waste plastic and sand, and therefore have less weight than clinker tiles. It can be mounted both on self-tapping screws and planted on tile adhesive.
The advantage of such a tile is that it does not require grouting of tile joints - it is enough to cut right amount tiles and stick fragments on the frame
Note: polymer sand tiles are usually used for foundations with low bearing capacity.
Porcelain tiles are made from fired clay. Since the tile is pressed, the density of the material is increased, as a result of which such a finish is quite heavy. The thickness of one element can vary from 0.3 to 3 cm. However, the moisture absorption coefficient of porcelain stoneware is quite low.
Porcelain tiles are mounted only on a special adhesive solution capable of withstanding the adhesion of the element to the surface. However, since increased requirements for strength and weather resistance are imposed on the finish of the basement, the tiles are put on glue, additionally fastening its fragments with brackets and clasps.
Stone, artificial and natural
This type of finish is considered not only the most expensive, but also the most beautiful. The only difference between the materials is different cost and operational period.
For facing the plinth with stone, you will need a finishing material and an adhesive solution. The solution is made from ready-made dry mixes, but it can be replaced cement-sand mixture own production. The thickness of the adhesive solution should be 0.3–0.5 mm.
The facing stone is laid on a previously prepared surface, with the adhesive solution already applied. Fragments of the stone are also covered with a thin layer of mortar from the wrong side and pressed against the main surface. After laying, the remaining mortar is removed from the finish.
Note: Styling requires perfect Smooth surface; otherwise, the finish will not last long.
For natural stone, it is desirable to use an adhesive solution of increased adhesion to more firmly hold the finish.
The foundation is considered completely finished when, after laying the finishing material, a slope is fixed on top to protect the basement from the accumulation of rainfall.
Tip: natural stone after gluing can be dried and coated protective layer- varnish or hydrophobic solution. This achieves the effect of a “wet” plinth lining, in addition, the coating protects the finish from moisture ingress into the stone and destruction of the material during low temperatures.
Brick
Perhaps this is the most durable facing material for the base, and at the same time having certain rules selection. Properly selected brick will protect the base from destruction and the foundation from overload.
Yes, for monolithic foundations can be used standard material. But for tape or columnar foundations it is desirable to finish with a special brick.
Brick installation is carried out on anchor bolts connecting the main wall with the finish. For safety, you can use a dowel tied with wire as a fastener. The wire is fixed at the ends in the seams of the finish.
Important: Also, there should be a small gap between the brick and the main wall for air circulation.
The air gap will avoid the accumulation of condensate, which has a destructive effect on the main wall.
As experienced builders note, wire knitting when facing with bricks must be done at a rate of 0.5–0.7 m per 1 m2. In other words, for greater strength of the cladding, fastening with the main surface in the amount of 4-6 knits will be required.
Tip: for laying bricks, a cement mortar with sand is used, the cement grade is M500.
Video: finishing the plinth with siding
The choice of foundation cladding will depend on the owner and his budget. Some will like to use panels, some will prefer tiles, and some owners will decide to make the cladding “for centuries” and choose natural stone. The essence of the plinth finish is to protect above-ground part foundation from the destructive effects of frost and moisture for a long time.
The basement of the house requires reliable protection from moisture penetration, getting wet, sunlight and mechanical damage. To obtain a solid foundation and a uniform weight load, various facing materials are used. In this article, we will analyze in detail how to veneer the basement of a house, provide a description of the materials, their advantages and disadvantages.
Types of basement structures
Most reliable view is a sinking base. Its device perfectly protects the structure from mechanical and atmospheric damage, and for its device there is no need to build a drain. The western view looks great and complements the building.
The protruding base is equipped in frame houses with thin walls. This type requires a drain device to remove precipitation from the foundation as much as possible.
An important point in the construction of the basement is its waterproofing. Before choosing a facing material, the following points should be considered:
- brickwork expands the basement structure;
- a heater is laid inside the frame, which reduces heat loss;
- frame system allows you to carry out any repair work Anytime;
The main purpose of plinth cladding is:
- minimize the negative impact on the foundation of the house of precipitation, humidity, temperature changes and direct sunlight;
- preventing dirt from entering the walls of the house, chemical substances, which can cause destructive processes of the foundation;
- protection of the foundation from the formation of mold, stains, fungus and insects;
Full characteristics of the facing material
Facing the basement of the house and what material is better to choose this question arises for every owner of a country house. We offer to consider popular materials for finishing the foundation.
Finishing with decorative plaster
Plaster is used for any type of building. This mixture is in good contact with other building materials. The advantage of plastering is:
- high vapor permeability;
- responds well to temperature changes;
- easily repaired;
- easy to apply to the surface;
- the ability to combine with other materials;
- affordable price.
- short operating period;
- requires constant updating of the coating (painting);
- if dirt gets on the surface, it may be difficult to wash them out.
The finishing process consists of simple steps:
- before plastering, insulate and level the surface;
- fix the plaster tiles;
- use paint with resistance to frost and moisture;
The photo shows the plastered facade
siding finish
For cladding the basement, siding panels designed for these works are used. The advantage of such a facade is:
- high strength and reliability, the panel is able to protect the entire surface;
- easy to care for, can be easily washed;
- resistant to shock and damage;
- panels do not fade in the sun;
- installation of panels is possible on any type of foundation;
- Replacing parts won't be a hassle.
Among the shortcomings can be noted:
- installation will take a lot of time and effort;
- the cost of finishing material is higher due to the installation of additional elements (frame, slats);
- the material is flammable.
Facing the facade with siding should be after:
- crate installation;
- perform high-quality sealing of all connections;
- perform and take into account the dimensions of the gaps.
Note. AT recent times manufacturers began to produce brick panels. This finish looks very beautiful and original. The product resembles a stone, sometimes it is even difficult to distinguish it. This similarity is achieved by the fact that in the production of siding panels they make an impression that clearly conveys the entire structure and roughness of the stone. The photo shows a panel element under the rubble stone.
Facade decoration using stone
Facing the foundation of the house with artificial stone is optimal and inexpensive option. The lined facade of the house has the following advantages:
- wide range of shapes, textures and color palette products;
- high strength of the product;
- long service life;
- easily repaired;
- easy installation.
Disadvantages of artificial stone:
- laying of material is possible only at positive temperature;
- The work is quite laborious and takes a lot of time.
Natural stone for facade cladding will increase the cost of purchasing materials. It is worth noting that manufacturers have learned to produce artificial stone, the appearance of which does not differ and completely resembles the structure of natural stone. The facade with its use looks natural and natural. The photo shows a stone facade
Not everyone can do stone laying on their own. As a rule, specialists are attracted for such work.
The use of clinker tiles
Facing the basement with clinker tiles will cost almost the same as brickwork. This material has a number of advantages:
- the manufacturer produces ready-made corners, external and internal elements;
- products are easily fixed to the foundation;
- due to its low weight, the facade experiences a slight load;
- a variety of decorative coatings;
- tiles do not require additional finishing;
- long service life;
- provides reliable protection to the foundation;
- tiles are easy to clean when dirty;
- has high resistance to mechanical damage and blows;
- large selection of color palettes.
For information! Clinker tiles can give an interesting appearance to the facade of a private house. With the right installation of products, it is difficult to distinguish it from natural stone.
It is worth noting that clinker tiles allow you to perform additional decoration of walls and even corners of the building. The material blends perfectly with the tiles and gives the house an attractive appearance.
When laying it, a special adhesive is used that is resistant to freezing. The tile is glued like a regular tile, the only thing is there is a small nuance, the ground level is variable around the entire perimeter of the building. Before laying, it is necessary to seal the seams with grouting mortar.
In the photo, the front part, finished with clinker tiles
For information! Clinker tiles are perfectly combined and get along with other building materials.
Decking
by the most economical option for facing the facade of the building is the use of corrugated board. To perform the work, a galvanized or polymer-coated product is used. Such cladding reliably protects the foundation from destruction and has a long service life.
The surface of the material is resistant to corrosion processes. To fix the corrugated board, waterproofing, thermal insulation and fasteners will be required. The end result is quite attractive. The photo shows a house sheathed with corrugated board
Low tide device
The ebb device is able to reliably protect the protruding part of the foundation from moisture and water. Castings are made from different materials:
- metal castings are made of galvanized steel, on the surface of which a polymer coating is applied, which prevents products from corrosion;
- aluminum products are produced from sheet copper, this is a rather expensive product that will be a great addition to the copper roof of the building;
- plastic ebbs are the cheapest material that have a short service life, most often plastic ebbs are used in combination with PVC siding;
- ebb, made of profiled ceramic blocks will be a good addition and protection for brick or clinker tiles on the facade of the building.
As you can see, there are a large number of options for cladding the basement of a house. The choice of material depends on financial opportunities and features of the project of a private house.
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