Cladding Systems
Focused guides for this part of the commercial project.
Commercial metal-panel cladding
Metal panels offer durable architectural finishes but vary widely in profile, alloy/steel type, coating, attachment system and subframing.
Aluminum facade panels
Aluminum systems are lightweight and corrosion resistant but still require careful coating, joint and attachment planning.
Steel wall cladding
Steel profiles and panels can be economical and robust, with coating system and corrosion exposure central to lifecycle.
Fibre-cement commercial cladding
Fibre-cement panels can provide durable flat or textured facades with joint, subframing and moisture-management requirements.
Aluminum composite material (ACM) planning
Composite-metal panels can provide smooth architectural facades, but fire classification and the complete exterior-wall assembly must be evaluated for the project.
Insulated metal panels (IMP)
IMPs combine exterior/interior facings with insulation, affecting thermal, joint, fire and structural considerations as one system.
Terracotta rainscreen cladding
Terracotta panels offer durable color and architectural depth while relying on engineered support, joints and cavity/water-management design.
Commercial stone veneer planning
Natural and manufactured stone veneers differ in weight, support, water management, joints and maintenance.
Commercial brick veneer planning
Brick veneer is a long-life facade option whose support, cavity, ties, flashing and movement belong to the complete wall design.