Today there are a great many different materials that will be suitable for cladding. One of the most sought-after is siding for the balcony. For finishing, it is advantageous using vinyl-based products. Their relevance is explained by high operational properties and acceptable economic indicators by which the siding panels exceed other types of products. Consider more detailed features of the choice and the methodology of the balconies of the balconies with this type of material.

Features of the material

Siding is a durable PVC panels that have a thickness of about 1 mm. Products can be varied in height and width. Raw materials for panels are prepared from a combination of various chemicals, namely:

• polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - about 80% (serves as the basis);
• titanium dioxide - 10% (ensures the durability of the color and stability of the material);
• calcium carbonate - 15% (required to fill the structure);
• modifiers (resistance to mechanical factors);
• butadiene - 1%;
• dyes;
• lubricants.

Today, the material in the imitation of natural wood is most popular for finishing balcony structures, however, despite this, the vinyl panels are distinguished by a wide range of textures and colors, which allows you to create design in any style.

In addition, siding is not afraid of mechanical damage. The surface of the facing as a result of any impact will remain smooth. Due to the high resistivity of the heat transfer of PVC panels contribute to the preservation of the microclimate indoors.

The main characteristics of siding as finishing material are reduced to such aspects:

• products have high strength;
• resistant to the detrimental effects of intensive solar radiation;
• high indicators of external aestheticity;
• siding is not peesting or blown;
• material is easy to maintain and repair;
• the finish is very elastic, which allows you to withstand the temperature fluctuations of the external environment;
• siding protects against bad weather conditions;
• the material does not need additional impregnation with protective compositions.

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The advantages of siding as material for balcony

1. Siding is distinguished by universal properties, it is suitable for decoration of any bases - brick, concrete, wooden. When working with this material, the condition of the walls does not matter.
2. The finish will be equally qualitative both when weching smooth surfaces and bases with any defects. Panels are fastened with each other with latch locks. Due to this method of fixing the trim after the completion of the work is a solid coating without cracks.
3. The panels are resistant to mechanical damage, so that in the event of any impact, the integrity of the finish will not be broken.
4. The coating has ease of care. The material does not need periodic staining or processing with special means, with contamination is easily cleaned by means of a wet veto.
5. Panels are able to withstand the effect of both high and low temperatures, as well as sharp fluctuations. In this case, the appearance and quality of the coating will not suffer.
6. The lining of the balcony by siding will not only significantly increase its aesthetic characteristics, but also create heat and sound insulation.
7. Thanks to an acceptable value, the material is available to a wide circle of consumers.
8. Even unprofessional will be successfully cope with installation, since this process does not represent much difficult.
9. Working with siding provides for the use of only dry materials, so the trim can be carried out at any time of the year.
10. Among the advantages of this material you can allocate durability. The minimum period of such a sheath is 20 years. Unlike metal panels, siding is not subject to corrosive processes.

How to shepherd balcony siding from within

The use of siding inside the balcony is a very common way to heat insulation housing, which is also simple and fast in execution. To work will require such tools and materials:

• level;
• drill;
• screwdriver;
• hoven for metal;
• passatia;
• mounted knife;
• magnetic nozzle on a drill;
• fishing line in length of 10 m;
• 2-3 wire brackets that can be made independently;
• metal brush;
• siding, the amount of material depends on the area on which work is expected. Over this volume will require an additional 15% material on trimming;
• internal and outer corners;
• starting planks;
• bars;
• windows planks;
• fasteners: dowels, anchor bolts, self-tapping screws.

Internal work is carried out after glazing the balcony. Before mounting, the work surface must be prepared in a certain way. First of all, the walls should be cleaned, then covered with their groundwork. This will prevent possible destruction.

Further instructions for making siding look like this:

1. Using the level, it is necessary to install the crate frame of BRUSEV. If the base is not flat, the situation can be corrected using additional planks.
2. The distance between the bars should be 70 cm. Dowels or liquid nails are used as fasteners. At the same time, the strips are closed to the wall and to the ceiling.
3. In the process of work, the design level should be constantly monitored.
4. After installation, the framework must be treated with an antiseptic agent.
5. Then you can proceed to laying communication.
6. Following this, you must fix the siding panels starting from the corner. Self-tapping screws and drill are used for attachment.
7. At the final stage, auxiliary parts are installed on flights, angles, windows opening.

How to shepherd balcony siding outside

The outer finish gives the balcony finished view. In addition to aesthetic function, facing material protects the outer construction from atmospheric influences and creates an additional thermal insulation effect. For this reason, for external sheaving it is recommended to use durable, reliable and practical materials, such as siding.

Sewing balcony outside should be glazed. However, before we see a balcony siding with your own hands, you need to go through the preparatory stage, which includes such actions:

1. Initially, you need to prepare a fence. Preferably it is iron bars covered with slate or metal trim.
2. This coating must be removed, and from the rod by means of a metal brush to remove rust.
3. Then apply primer and cover the durable paint layer. The balcony is cleaned by contaminants, including from plants growing from plants if they are available.
4. If lowers and railing is installed on the floor, they should be removed.
5. It is also necessary to make sure that the fencing evenness. In the presence of distortions, the frame sets separately from it.
6. Orthodoxes may indicate a balcony accident. In this case, he needs to be strengthened. To do this, you can use chawliers that are attached to the stove.

After the end of the preparatory actions, the fencing is established on the fencing. Further action on the installation of siding occur in such a sequence:

1. On the perimeter of the fender structures in the upper and lower part, the belt is set to which the bars of 50x50 mm are attached.
2. For its formation, it is necessary to use wide bars up to 8 cm high. To the wall they are fixed by means of metal corners or liquid nails and dowels. For each other, bars in the corners area are also connected using metal corners.
3. At the bottom belt you need to lay along the concrete base. Some balconies have a lower level. In this case, the fastening of the crate is carried out directly to this level without installing the bottom belt.
4. The horizontal structure must be checked using a level. If the belt in some places is not sufficiently firmly adjacent to the wall or fence, the space needs to be filled with silicone or mounting foam.
5. Further decoration of the balcony siding involves fastening of good parts. In the outer corners, it is necessary to make the basis for installing an angular plank. To do this, you will need a 17-cm beam plan.
6. In the center of this fragment, a V-shaped incision is made, after which the material must be bent 90 °.
7. Plastic part due to such manipulations may break. To prevent the material should be heated using a soldering iron, it will help keep the bar in the desired position. In the absence of the required tool, the corner is recommended from two separate fragments.
8. On the lower belt, the first strip should be recorded on the same level with its upper edge. This uses a special device equipped with fishing racks.
9. The planks are fastened for hooks into the holes, then dried on the outside, where they are fixed by means of screws.
10. Thus, the fastening of all slats is performed.
11. After attaching parts on the belt at the bottom, you can take care of aesthetic design. Speakers cover paint. You can use the color suitable for panels or other, which will make the border more expressive.
12. Next, the outer angle is fixed to be inserted into the structure on the lower zone. To ensure high-quality mounting, it is pre-on the base of the design to apply a small amount of glue. The upper part of this angle is fixed on the upper belt.
13. Next, you can start installing panels. Starting work is recommended on the sides. This will give the opportunity to adapt to drill control or a screwdriver.
14. In the middle, the design with hooks and fishing is required. Bashed screws follows the center of the hole of the panel. This will save the trim position after seasonal extensions.
15. The decoration of the balcony by siding with their own hands is completed by mounting platbands or final slats, which are attached to the upper belt. These items are put on the final sidding panel. Their fixation indicates a characteristic sound that resembles a click. When the plank is accommodated at the appropriate place you need to attach it to the top belt. On this, the installation of the trim is over.

How to shepherd balcony siding without errors

In order to make high-quality and durable trim the balcony design through siding, you should take into account the most common errors. These include such aspects:

1. Fasteners should be placed in the center of the holes. They are specifically made oblong to ensure the free movement of the panel.
2. Between the surface of the panel and a hat, you need to leave a gap of 1 mm.
3. If the hole does not coincide with the crate, it is necessary to cut the groove, and it should be free enough so that the panels have the opportunity to move.
4. In the area of \u200b\u200bthe jacks of fasteners and the panel end, a gap of 10 mm is left.
5. If these recommendations are non-compliance due to the thermal expansion of the panel deform.

Conclusion

PVC Siding today is one of the most sought-after facing materials, which is achieved through high performance and accessible cost. Such cladding is not toxic, serves 10-15 years, quite strong and has good indicators of sound and thermal insulation. These characteristics have made siding with a popular material for taking balconies both from the inside and outside the design. Installation work is made in a certain sequence, but do not constitute difficulties even for beginner masters.

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