The metal siding under the tree is a panel that imitates a natural tree or a rounded log. This material is made of galvanized steel with polymer coating. Today, metal siding for wood is most in demand, because it is cheaper than natural wood and does not require any updating costs. It is used for cladding the facades of industrial, commercial and public buildings, as well as for cladding cottages, private houses, cottages. This material gives the structure a presentable appearance and protects against atmospheric factors.
Design
A design feature of a metal siding under a beam or log is its shape, which imitates the wall of a log house. The basis is a galvanized metal panel of rounded shape with a thickness of 0.4-0.7 mm, made by stamping. Its working width is 188 mm, full width - 211 mm, and length - 0.5-6 m.
This product is passivated and primed. Passivation protects the siding panel from corrosion, and priming increases the adhesion of the base to the polymer protective layer. For this purpose, polymers such as pural, plastisol, polyurethane, polyester are used, which not only perform a protective function, but also provide an attractive material. Its better types are also covered with protective varnish.
Description and price of material
The metal siding bar is made in the colors of natural wood of various colors. The panels are completed with additional elements, which may have the color of the main product or differ from it. Metal siding is lightweight, easy to install and easy to transport. Its technical specifications meet high requirements.
How much does metal siding cost? The price depends on different parameters. Cladding a house with a material that simulates a round log will be much cheaper than cladding the walls with natural wood. Metal siding, the average price of which is only 280-350 rubles per 1 m 2 (depending on the type of coating), allows the walls to "breathe".
Material benefits
Metal siding under a tree has the following advantages:
- It is environmentally friendly and safe for human health;
- strong and durable, its service life is up to 50 years;
- It is resistant to corrosion, temperature extremes and fading;
- incombustible;
- easy to install and maintain.
Wall preparation
The technology for installing metal siding under a tree involves the following steps: preparing the walls and lining them.
If there is mold on the surface, after removing it, the wall should be treated with an antiseptic. Before installing metal siding, it is necessary to install a metal or wooden crate on the walls. For its manufacture, galvanized metal profiles or bars of wood with a section of 40 by 50 mm are used. The step distance of the crate is 400 mm.
The manufacture of a frame for metal siding, the photo of which is presented in the article, is as follows. According to the markings previously applied to the walls of the house, brackets are attached.
When the building is insulated, insulation material is installed on top of the holders and closed with a windproof film. Then wooden brackets or metal profiles are attached to the brackets, which are the basis of the crate. If the walls have a large area, then transverse jumpers are added for rigidity.
The erection of the crate is not required if the metal siding under the tree is used to finish capital structures with concrete or brick surfaces. Then it can be installed directly on these bases.
Wall cladding
Metal siding, installation instructions for which does not involve any technically complex actions, is easy to install. This process is not much different from mounting other models. It is possible to carry out the casing with your own hands, without the involvement of specialists, if you follow the technology.
So, the installation of metal siding under the tree is made from the bottom up. In the lower part, above the base of the building, set the level of the starting bar. Fix it, like all subsequent panels, with special screws that do not tighten all the way, but leave a gap of 0.8 mm. The first plate is hooked on the lock available in the starting bar, and fix it. The next row is fixed after the previous one is fully installed. The top row on one side is stuck together with the bottom, and on the other, it is attached with self-tapping screws.
At the top of the wall, a mounting bar or ebb is installed. The corners are covered with special strips or PVC overlays that mimic the ends of the logs. Depending on the shape, the additional elements, such as external and internal corners, can be mounted before installing the panels or after their installation.
To carry out a beautiful high-quality wall cladding is not difficult if you use metal siding for this. A photo of the house, the cladding of which is made with this material, is in this article.
Care
Metal siding is the most practical of all existing types. This facing material does not require special care during operation. You can clean it from dust or various contaminants using ordinary clean water.
It can be protected from mechanical damage by making a low fence around the house, as well as installing a gutter system. If, however, damage forms on the coating, they should be repaired with a suitable paint.
Using metal siding under a tree, you can quickly make a beautiful facade that will provide reliable protection to buildings.