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REPORT BY
ADUITI SHARMA
YAMINI PATIDAR
CLADDING
OBJECTIVES OF CLADDING
Provide an enclosure to the structure which will give the necessary protection against
the elements,
Exploit dry construction methods where possible, including the use of off-site
prefabrication
FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
OF CLADDING
Strength and stability
Weather resistance
Durability
Thermal insulation
Fire requirements
Sound insulation
Aesthetic
STONE CLADDING
APPLICATION TECHNIQUES
The mechanical stone cladding method uses fixed or embedded anchors or ties to
attach the stone to the substrate. Because holes to be drilled and mechanical ties
or anchors used, this method of cladding requires stone that is a bit thicker than
other methods. Stone that is 1 inch in thickness is recommended, along with
leaving a gap of approximately 3/4-inch between the stone and the substrate. This
allows for movement and better drainage, as is the case with spot bonding .
TIMBER CLADDING
APPLICATION METHOD
Horizontal boards are fixed to
vertical battens and these will not
restrict either drainage or the
vertical circulation of air in the cavity,
providing that horizontal battens are
omitted at the top and bottom of the
cladding. If these are necessary to
provide support for fixings for other
components, they should be smaller
than the vertical battens in order to
not to block the ventilation path
STEEL is often desired for its high strength, but is typically only used for industrial
applications. Most grades of steel are prone to rust and typically require regular
maintenance. There are some grades of steel, however, that are rust-resistant. One of
these is galvanized steel, which is incredibly popular for both cladding and other
applications where long-lasting strength is required. Other grades, such as stainless steel,
are very similar in this regard, but are often far more expensive and typically aren't
employed for cladding purposes.
COPPER is another type of metal cladding which is usually used only for roofs or other
finishing work. While it may provide adequate protection, it is often chosen for its aesthetic
appeal alone. Copper starts out as a bright, shiny orange, but eventually corrodes into a
light green. This colour is highly desirable for many buildings and is often chosen solely for
that purpose. From a functional standpoint, however, copper and other metals are chosen
for sloped roofing applications because they allow for snow to slide off easily, unlike tile or
shingles.
METAL CLADDING INSTALLATION
ADVANTAGES
By insulating the structural wall externally the following benefits are achieved:
•Thermal bridging is eliminated because there are no interruptions caused by floor slabs
•Temperature fluctuations are minimised due to insulation on the outside.
•Interstitial condensation is prevented as vapour pressure and wall temperature restricts
condensation to the ventilated cavity.
Heat from the sun is dissipated so that the temperature is dispersed in the cavity and ventilated
through openings.
GLASS CLADDING
Forms of glass cladding : There is a range of
glass cladding forms suitable for both steel
framed as well as solid frame buildings.
Curtain Walling
Structural Glazing
Bolted Glazing
Fin Supported Glazing
Cable Stayed Glazing
Suspended Glazing
Advantages:
1. Use of glass in construction work adds beauty to the
building.
2. Its use fulfils the architectural view for external
decoration.
3. By using glass in interior, it saves the space inside the
building.
4. Glass cladding in building fulfil functional requirement
of lighting, heat retention and energy saving.
5. Its use appear a sense of openness and harmonious.
6. As toughened glass is available, one can have good
interior design with the use of glass in transparent
staircase, colored shelves, ceiling etc.
7. Glass is an excellent material for thermal insulation,
water proofing and energy conservation.
8. Glass is bad conductor of heat; it saves energy in air
conditioning of building.
9. For making glass partition on upper floors, no extra
design is required for slab as glass is light in weight.