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Aluminum facade panels are one of the highest quality types of facing materials for exterior decoration of buildings.

Facade panels made of aluminum are one of the highest quality types of cladding materials for exterior decoration of buildings. They are also used as protective screens in hinged ventilated facades. Among the many finishing materials, aluminum panels are distinguished by their light weight, strength, resistance to corrosion and other external influences.

Aluminum strips are mostly used for the installation of standing seam roofs, as well as for objects with complex shapes (for example, with the transition of the roof into the facade, for rounded and corrugated parts). A simple aluminum sheet can also be used for the production of piece façade panels and decorative elements, including perforations.

Aluminum panels

Aluminum panels are a finishing material, which is a "sandwich" of two aluminum sheets with a thickness of 0.28-0.38 mm and a polymeric layer based on polyolefins located between them. Aluminum sheets are pre-processed and painted before joining into a panel. The polymer layer can have different thicknesses - usually from 1.5 to 5 mm. In this case, the thickness of the panel can be 2-6 mm. Most often, panels with a thickness of 3-4 mm are used. One of the disadvantages of composite materials is the fact that they are only supplied as sheets and only in certain widths, namely 1240 mm or 1520 mm.

As a result of the tight chemical-mechanical connection of the two components, a product is obtained with fundamentally new properties than those of the starting materials. The material has high uniformity (sheets do not delaminate) and rigidity. The polymer layer absorbs shocks. As a result, aluminum panels withstand significantly higher mechanical loads than any metal sheet with the same thickness as the thickness of aluminum in the panels.

Due to their high rigidity, aluminum panels can be used for both interior and exterior decoration works and for the construction of various objects. For example, for the production of advertising structures: advertising and transport signs, light boxes, signs. Aluminum panels are also used for the manufacture of parts for exhibition pavilions, exhibition and trade equipment, branding advertising.

Aluminum facade panels in our facilities:

Decorative frieze made of perforated aluminum at the Luzhniki stadium

In preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Luzhniki BSA experienced a triple birth. The global reconstruction of the stadium was carried out in accordance with the requirements of FIFA. The hallmark of the stadium is the frieze that goes around the arena. Athletes are frozen in motion on the frieze band, made of Sevalcon perforated aluminum. The style of the images reflects the Olympian drawings on Greek vases. The patterns are made up of holes of different sizes (perforation). The technical design of the frieze ensures good ventilation of the facade and fully complies with fire safety standards. The aluminum used on the frieze belongs to the NG category.

Ilgar Mammadov Fencing Center

The Ilgar Mammadov Fencing Center was opened in the spring of 2018, this is the final project of the sports and educational cluster "Olympic Village Novogorsk". The architects had to solve a difficult problem. Create a building that is bright on the inside and elegant and warm on the outside. To illuminate the training spaces, natural light was used, due to the large areas of glazing. A warm color scheme was used in the facade. Sevalcon aluminum facade panels were used.

Metro station "CSKA"

The youngest station of the Moscow metro "CSKA". When decorating the station's interior, unique technologies were used to transfer images to aluminum panels - sublimation. The main feature of the process is that the sublimation paint adheres only to polymer compounds. Sevalcon pre-painted aluminum fully meets the metal specifications for this technology.

Competence Center - Technical School named after S.P. Queen

The Interregional Competence Center - the S.P. Queen. The building of the educational building was built taking into account the strict requirements for objects with a large crowd of people. The facade of the building is made of aluminum facade panels.

Facade aluminum panels

Facade cassettes made of aluminum with a thickness of 1.5 to 2 mm are used for cladding buildings. Such a product has sufficient rigidity to withstand any natural mechanical stress on the facade. Unlike plasters, siding and some natural materials (bricks, tiles, stone), metal panels are not as fragile. Chips and cracks do not form on them.

Facade aluminum panels are lightweight - about 5-6 kg / m2. This is a very good indicator given the high strength of the material. Installation of lightweight cassettes does not create additional load on the facade, and also does not require a reinforced lathing structure. For this reason, aluminum panels are widely used for facade renovation.

For the production of facade panels, factory-painted aluminum sheets or aluminum strips are used. Therefore, an additional protective barrier is added to the natural resistance of aluminum to corrosion and moisture.

Modern Coil Coatig aluminum painting technologies allow to apply a coating that does not fade in the sun, does not beat moisture and can be used even in an industrial environment or a marine climate. Over time, due to adhesion processes, the coating of polyester, polyurethane or polyvinyldefluoride grows even more with the metal, so delamination is almost impossible.

The use of painted aluminum for facade panels can significantly diversify the appearance of buildings. The palette of colors is very wide, and if the order is large enough, it is possible to choose the color of the panels, not only of any shade, but also of almost any texture (wood, stone, concrete, etc.)

Aluminum facade panels in various colors:

Aluminum panels made from PVDF pre-painted aluminum are highly workable. They can be bent (the minimum bending radius is equal to the panel thickness multiplied by a factor of 1.5-2), cut, perforated. You can most clearly see the advantages of PVDF coated aluminum in the production of such operations with metal as its rolling or the manufacture of a seam seam, when covering roofs with aluminum. Rolling metal - deforming it along the selected direction using special rollers (rollers). In fact, rolling is a form of bending. A seam seam is a joint in which two blanks or two sheets of aluminum are held together by folded edges that are tightly pressed against each other.

As a result, PVDF polymer coated aluminum panels are superior to composite in the ability to shape. Thus, aluminum panels can have both standard sizes (mainly in the form of rectangles) and complex shapes with convex or depressed elements.

The use of aluminum, painted according to Coil Coatig technology, allows not only to obtain an even color for the entire volume of ordered products, but also excellent resistance to mechanical stress, the absence of microcracks at the bend corners, and color fastness to UV radiation. An important factor is the price issue. The technological equipment of the Impol Seval plant allows us to offer our customers individual tape dimensions for the manufacture of facade aluminum panels in the range from 60 to 1600 mm, which significantly reduces the amount of waste. Correct use of the thickness of the facade aluminum panels on the project also leads to significant cost savings. As a result, the cost of using pure aluminum is comparable to that of most high-quality cladding materials.

Aluminum facade panels also have good sound insulation properties. The sound shield of the facade will dampen all external noise (useful for busy city streets), as well as internal noise (useful for industrial facilities).

Another property of aluminum facade panels is high fire safety. All products manufactured by the plant under the Sevalcon brand are certified not only according to Russian standards (GOST 30244-94, "The material belongs to non-combustible materials" (NG), but also according to the standards of the European Union - Category A1.

Conclusion

Thus, high strength, light weight, resistance to corrosion and other external factors, a wide variety of colors, sizes and textures, high sound insulation and fire safety, relatively low cost make aluminum panels an excellent choice for cladding buildings.

With their help, you can easily create the most daring in layout, original and sophisticated exterior designs in a modern and techno style. This is great for many urban sites: high-rise residential buildings, business centers, shopping malls, company headquarters, medical and educational institutions, museum and exhibition centers, galleries, restaurants, cafes, beauty salons, pharmacies, gas stations, fitness centers. , swimming pools, etc.

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If we talk about repair work, then the quality of the materials used is of great importance, as well as several basic parameters. These are durability, strength, decorative qualities and affordable cost. Although it is better to pay once, and not worry that the material will soon become unusable. One such material is aluminum composite panels. What is their feature, how to use the products and why they are so popular.

Manufacturing

Aluminum wall panels are produced by many factories that manufacture metal facades. Modern technologies are indispensable. The whole process is fully computerized, so that factories produce many units of goods in the shortest possible time. The bending method is used to give the aluminum panels the final shape. The photo shows exactly how the process takes place:

There are manufacturers who specialize in custom-made aluminum panels. Before the production of aluminum products, all the information is negotiated with the customer: thickness, colors, sizes, etc. It is possible to satisfy the requests of even sophisticated buyers who need decorative bends, additional perforation and patterned cutting. You will have to pay extra for the ability to bend sheets according to an individual order.

Where are applied

The main area of ​​application is cladding of building facades. Moreover, it has been used in this area for a very long time. And if in private housing construction, aluminum panels are rare, then gas stations, football stadiums, large warehouses, production halls or large stores are often clad with metal panels.

Its relevance for such places is due to its high resistance to mechanical damage. But due to the attractive and rich designs that can be made from aluminum panels, many homeowners choose these products for their façades.

Varieties of aluminum panels

Decorative metal panels that can be used for interior and exterior decoration must meet certain parameters. For example, fire safety, durability, strength, easy installation, good decorative qualities. There are several types of products that differ in the type of material used:

1. From non-ferrous metals: sheet of aluminum, copper. Their cost is much higher than that of analogues. However, everything is due to the long service life, as well as other technical characteristics. Aluminum panels are painted with decorative compounds, processed with polymeric materials or simply polished to uniformity.
2. Panels are made of simple metal, which is rolled out on a machine. The size of the product is different, and the thickness is minimal. Such decorative elements can be made with your own hands using a hand tool for bending sheets along their length. This option is much cheaper. The surface is protected with paint so that the material does not rust over time. Unlike aluminum panels, metal panels can corrode when exposed to moisture.

The aluminum profile for wall panels is treated with insulating material from the inside. Thanks to this, they have increased noise absorption. Such a layer is made from soft plates on adhesive tape, the thickness of which is 1–4 mm, as well as from liquid spraying of polyethylene foam. Both the first and the second composition have similar characteristics. They allow you to muffle the sound.

There are several other types of aluminum panels that differ in terms of use and load capacity. This includes:

1. Wall metal products. They are created in any shape, can be square, rectangular. Installation is carried out as desired, horizontally or vertically.
2. Ceiling aluminum panels. Mostly made square, suspended on a frame.
3. Decorative aluminum panels with patterned perforation. These aluminum panels are manufactured by cutting holes according to the order. This is a high-tech job done in a factory. They are used as decorative material with ventilation holes. There are even backlit panels.

The cost of metal products reaches 700 rubles / 1m2. It all depends on the type of coating, as well as the metal used. Aluminum panels are the most expensive - over 2 thousand rubles.

Advantages and disadvantages

It is not for nothing that the cost of facade aluminum panels is high. They have many advantages over other counterparts for facade decoration.

List of pros:

1. Low weight. The thickness of the material is small, so the finishing does not load the base of the building too much. And transportation will be much easier. This applies specifically to aluminum products.
2. Absolute fire safety. The material does not burn, therefore it complies with fire safety rules.
3. Resistant to mechanical damage. The aluminum panel is durable and protects the wall surface.
4. Long operational life, which is at least 30 years. In practice, the cladding will withstand even more.
5. Resistant to moisture. The walls will be protected from negative influences, because the metal does not allow precipitation to pass through. The only weak point is the joints of the outer walls. They are sealed.
6. A huge assortment of colors, which allows you to create any facade, depending on the customer's requirements. From a design point of view, the panels are perfect. In addition, they are made with imitation of brickwork or natural wood.
7. Good sound insulation performance.
8. Resistant to the influence of an alkaline environment and many acidic reagents.
9. The material is not afraid of sudden temperature changes and has good frost resistance. The coefficient of deformation with a change in temperature is the lowest for products.
10. Simple finishing. The application of aluminum panels requires a standard set of tools and minimal skills in working with them.
11. Products do not rust, do not rot.
12. Metal absorbs radio waves, making the building difficult to listen to.

As you can see, aluminum products have many advantages. However, there are also disadvantages:

• high price;
• low rate of thermal insulation of the building. We'll have to mount an insulation material on the wall, covering it with aluminum panels;
• the material conducts current well, however, this does not affect the operation of the building in any way.

Secrets of mounting sheets

Immediately before work, you need to buy panels, as well as stock up on tools and materials. We will talk more about the fastening system below.

If we talk about installation, then it is not easy, however, with instructions everything is possible. Before installing metal wall panels, you need to remove the old finishing material. Plaster, peeling tiles, plants on the facade.

The next step is to install the metal sheathing. It is fixed to the wall with dowels. Brackets hold the entire structure, and panels are attached to the rails by means of bolts. Work begins from above, gradually moving downward.

Fastening system

Correct installation is possible thanks to the use of the fastening system. All elements for work are made of aluminum alloy.

List of wall abutment profiles:

1. Profile GT-08. Has a groove width of 3 mm, dimensions 19x25 mm.
2. Profile GT-09. Has a groove width of 4 mm, dimensions 17x23 mm.
3. GT-10 profile. Has a groove width of 6 mm, dimensions 17x23.5 mm.
4. GT-11 profile. Has a groove width of 8 mm, dimensions 17x24.5 mm.
5. GT-46 profile. Has a groove width of 3 mm.
6. GT-47 profile. Has a groove width of 4 mm.
7. GT-22 profile. Has dimensions 40x40x20 mm.
8. GT-23 profile. Has dimensions 40x40x20 mm.

List of aluminum profiles for creating a ventilated facade:

1. Main guide (GT-12, GT-052). Length 6 m.
2. Sliding bracket (GT-31, GT-32). Length 5 cm.
3. Wall bracket (GT-041). Length 5 cm.
4. Latch (GT-06).
5. Cassette holder (GT-07).
6. Washer (GT-03).

When it comes to structures for outdoor decoration, they must be reliably protected. When creating a frame for panels, which consists of inner and outer corners, starting strip, connecting strips, finishing strip, platbands and brackets, you need to follow the instructions and be careful to get the best finish quality.

Aluminum composite panels are expensive, elite materials for facade decoration. Although they have a lot of advantages, only a few allow themselves to decorate a private house.

A popular product has the following layer sequence:

• protective coating with anti-corrosion properties;
• a primer for imparting rust resistance to the aluminum sandwich panel;
• the first sheet of aluminum up to 0.5 mm thick;
• plastic interlayer;
• second aluminum sheet up to 0.5 mm thick;
• a primer layer of a composite based on polyvinylidene fluoride resin;
• paint and varnish composition;
• protective film.

The aluminum panel can be of various thicknesses for convenient selection in accordance with the tasks at hand. Products of famous brands have a non-flammable base.

Pros of aluminum sandwich panels

The most significant advantages of the products are light weight, fire resistance, durability, strength, reliability, elasticity. Aluminum composite panels are available in different shades. Color saturation does not change over time, and traces of fading or cracking are invisible on the surface.

The aluminum composite can have a complex shape for the decoration of corners, oval objects. Products are allowed to be bent at an angle of up to 180 degrees. The aluminum panel is processed in various ways - cut, saw, bend, roll, etc.

Plates are characterized by increased resistance to external factors. Aluminum composite panels are resistant to corrosion, chemical attack. They do not deform under pressure and impact. The aluminum panel can withstand extreme temperature fluctuations. It is allowed to use the plates in any climatic conditions.

The aluminum composite has excellent sound-absorbing properties, has a stylish and attractive appearance.

Application area of ​​aluminum sandwich panels:

• Plates are in demand for arranging exhibition pavilions or other temporary display facilities.
• Restoration of old buildings. The panels do not put additional stress on the structural parts.
• They are used for the device of ventilated facades, for the interior arrangement of public buildings.
• The material is laid on the walls and ceilings of airports, train stations, car showrooms, cinemas, shopping centers.

Buy aluminum composite panels of any thickness by calling one of the contact numbers in Moscow. You can also check the price for large volumes of products by phone. To find out more about the characteristics of the material, please send a request via the online form. The company "Remex" guarantees the minimum processing time for an order and fast delivery of aluminum panels in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

At first glance, aluminum wall panels may not attract buyers. Yes, metal structures have always been considered massive and rough, so they were never used in finishing work. Manufacturers today are ready to change the mind of buyers. They offer a wide assortment that allows you to make an excellent choice for a project of any complexity.

Aluminum panels for exterior decoration

First of all, you need to talk about the exterior decoration of the house. According to buyers, decorative aluminum panels cannot provide protection and thermal insulation. Still, the metal always remains cold, which means that the facade will receive only additional aesthetic beauty.

In fact, the technology of mounting materials involves the use of special profiles. They allow you to use foam or expanded polystyrene in advance, which will remain invisible under the amazing shiny surface. This will significantly increase the thermal insulation in the house.

It is interesting that professional builders always remind that from this point of view, metal is much more useful. If necessary, the panels can always be dismantled without damage in order to carry out a major overhaul. If traditional plaster is applied to the thermal insulation material, it will remain intact for the rest of its life.

Aluminum panels for interior decoration

Sometimes aluminum panels are used at home

In modern apartment interiors, you can often find decorative aluminum panels with two-color anodizing. Outwardly, they do not betray themselves in any way, so the metal surface is recognized only after touching. Are such projects really popular? Of course, new style directions include such wall decoration, especially since it has a couple of important advantages.

When panels are used in the interior, you can always hide various engineering communications under them. Moreover, this is done even for water supply and heating systems, since aluminum is almost not subject to corrosion. As a result of such work, without additional surface preparation, it is possible to hide individual elements that often remain in sight.

Also, aluminum wall panels have amazing beauty. Even a flat multi-colored surface allows you to add attractive details to your interior design. Brightness and ease of cleaning fascinates people, prompting them with ample opportunities in decoration. Moreover, the manufacturers even offered original drawings that help to abandon the decor in the room.

Finally, designers allow interesting variations when working with three-dimensional panel surfaces. Similar options were encountered back in Soviet times, and today they have turned into an amazing addition to the modern style of interiors. In the assortment of major manufacturers, you can find many different types of 3D textures that completely fill the walls in various rooms. They have proven to be an important innovation that has changed the way many professional designers work.

Nobody thought that solid aluminum panels would push the boundaries of finishing work. It would seem that metal is not suitable for creating a comfortable atmosphere or keeping the house warm. However, the completed projects confirm the claims of manufacturers who managed to combine ease of installation, durability and amazing beauty. Because of this, today it is worth taking seriously the panels, because with their help you can categorically change the interior or facade in any house, spending a minimum of money.

Composite panels installation video

Check out the video on the installation of aluminum composite panels:

When arranging ventilated facades, special attention is paid to the cladding materials. It is on them that the durability of the coating depends, the protection of the building from negative factors and, of course, the external attractiveness of the facade. The most popular are composite panels, which have a lot of remarkable properties. Until recently, the scope of their application was limited to public and industrial buildings, but now such panels are beginning to be used for decoration of private houses.

The term "composite" refers to the connection of several dissimilar materials into one whole. What it gives: the new material acquires improved characteristics, which, in terms of quality and quantity, significantly exceed the properties of each of the constituent components. Any composite has a plastic base (matrix) and a filler that acts as a reinforcing layer.

The structure of composite panels is more complex, since it also includes metal plates (most often aluminum) and additional layers for protection and decoration of the finishing material. Each manufacturer's panels may differ in the composition of the filler, the number of layers and the type of coating, but the general characteristics remain unchanged: low weight with high rigidity and strength, resistance to negative factors and durability.

Aluminum composite panels "Alumatrix"

Externally, the panels are thin metal plates with a heat-insulating layer, square or rectangular. The front side of the panels is coated with special paints and varnishes in a wide range of colors with a glossy and matte effect. More expensive options have a laminated finish with imitation of textures of natural and artificial materials. A variety of colors and textures makes it possible to completely transform the facade of any building, regardless of its size, configuration, architectural style.

Characteristics and types of panels

The standard composite panel has the following structure:

• protective film;
• paint layer;
• aluminum sheet;
• glue layer;
• filler;
• glue layer;
• aluminum sheet;
• anti-corrosion coating.

The panels are available in widths from 1 m to 1.5 m, standard lengths are 2.40, 3.20 and 4 m. True, many manufacturers do not indicate a fixed length, suggesting that buyers choose the material for specific building parameters. The thickness of the panel is 2-6 mm, and the weight does not exceed 8 kg per square meter, due to which the load on the supporting structures is minimal. At the same time, due to its small thickness and structural features, such a finish does not retain heat well, and is not used as a heat-insulating material.

The panels can withstand temperature fluctuations in the range of -58 ° C ... + 80 ° C, high wind loads, and are immune to microorganisms and corrosion. In addition, they dampen vibrations and absorb sound effectively. For example, the sound insulation of concrete walls doubles after facing the facade with composite panels. As for fire safety, here, too, the indicators are very good: the panels belong to hardly flammable materials that have low flammability and emit little smoke. In addition, more and more manufacturers are using flame retardant additives in the manufacture of the material, which further reduces the risk of cladding catching fire in a building fire.

The panels are divided into types according to two criteria - the composition of the filler and the type of outer coating.

Filler type	Basic properties
Mineral	Multicomponent composition, including polyethylene foam and a large number of fire retardants. It has a low flammability class - G1, does not emit corrosive smoke, does not spread when melted. In German-made products, a filler made on the basis of aluminum hydroxide is used, which is even less prone to combustion. Panels with a mineral layer are intended for facade decoration
Polymeric	Made of honeycomb polypropylene and expanded polyethylene. Such a filler provides lightness to the facing material, which allows it to be used for facing thin partitions and structures with a weak bearing capacity. Panels with a polymer layer are mainly used indoors
Aluminum	As a filler, very thin aluminum plates are used, collected in honeycombs or mesh. This ensures the greatest lightness of the cladding and the highest rigidity. Such panels can withstand huge wind loads, and therefore are ideal for finishing high-rise buildings.

It is worth noting that panels with aluminum filler are much worse at absorbing sounds and do not keep heat at all, and at a cost they significantly exceed the cladding with mineral and polymer fillers. For this reason, it is impractical to use them to decorate a private house.

Varieties of panel coating

Coating type	Main characteristics
Polyester paints and varnishes	The most inexpensive type of coverage. Forms a durable and elastic film with a pleasant glossy sheen. Possesses good resistance to fading and moisture. Panels with such a coating are recommended to be used for interior decoration, since from the outside they lose their visual appeal after 5-6 years.
PVDF paints and varnishes	Coatings of this type have dirt-repellent properties, high resistance to mechanical damage and ultraviolet radiation. Their average service life is 20-25 years without losing their original appearance. Panels with this coating are excellent for outdoor cladding.
Oxide Films	Coating resulting from the electrochemical treatment of aluminum. It creates reliable protection against corrosion, ultraviolet radiation, the negative effects of precipitation and mechanical damage, and gives the surface a mirror effect. The average service life of such a coating is 15-20 years.
Laminating films	These synthetic coatings have both protective and decorative functions. They create a skillful imitation of various textures: marble, granite, polished metal, various types of wood. Laminated panels are more expensive than others, but they also look the most impressive. The service life of these coatings is 15-20 years.

Top manufacturers

Since composite panels are not yet widely used as siding or corrugated board, not many companies are engaged in their production. There are about 30 noteworthy manufacturers on the domestic market, whose products meet the required standards. Moreover, most of them are Russian and Chinese companies, as well as their joint ventures. But the leader is still the German-Swiss brand "Alukobond", whose composite panels appeared in Russia earlier than others.

Alukobond

Composite panels of this brand are distinguished by a combination of high strength and flexibility, which makes it easy to install on curved surfaces. They are available in widths from 1 to 1.5 m, lengths from 3.20 to 8 m. The maximum weight of 1 m2 of cladding is 7.7 kg. The range of panel colors is very wide, there is a series of models with imitation of stone and wood in various shades. The average service life of the material is about 50 years.

Goldstar

Composite panels "Goldstar"

The material is produced in Russia, has excellent quality, fully meets the accepted standards. In the manufacture of panels, polymer and mineral fillers are used, the coating is PVDF. The assortment is very wide, a large selection of shades according to the RAL scale. The manufacturer offers several spectacular series with imitation of various materials: "Vologda" - wood-like panels, "Mirror" - imitation of a mirror surface, polished metal, gold and silver; "Palermo" is an imitation of natural stone. Panels of the "Chameleon" series, which change color from different angles of view, are in high demand. The thickness of the material of this brand is 3-4 mm, the width is 1.22, 1.25 and 1.5 m, the length is 2.44 and 4 m.

ALLUXE

Composite panels made in China are in no way inferior to domestic brands. The products are manufactured according to the best Western technologies and have all the necessary quality certificates. The interlayer is a polymer and mineral filler, the coating is PVDF. The thickness of the panels is 3 and 4 mm, the standard width is 1.25 m, the maximum length is 5.70 m. The color palette of the panels includes 23 options, both with a glossy and matte effect.

Also popular are the products of such brands as WinBond, Alcotek, YARET, Dibond. They need to be purchased only from official representatives, since there is a risk of buying a fake.

YARET composite panels of the "Alukobond" type

Composite panel prices

Composite panels

Video - Production of panels "Alukobond"

Composite panel cladding technology

This type of cladding is very expensive, but the result is worth it. First, you get a reliable and durable construction that is not afraid of wind, precipitation, or temperature extremes. Secondly, this finish looks incredibly impressive and stylish, standing out favorably among plastered or siding houses. All work can be done independently, the main thing is to strictly adhere to the instructions.

Tools and materials

Composite panels are mounted on a metal frame subsystem. Therefore, in addition to the facing material, you will need to purchase mounting brackets and a galvanized profile, two-stage drills for aluminum, a drill, and a building level.

To cut the panels, metal shears, a hand jigsaw or a circular saw are used, and the sheathing is fastened to the subsystem using rivets or galvanized self-tapping screws.

Additionally you will need:

• insulation (preferably in the form of plates);
• waterproofing membrane;
• primer for walls;
• roller;
• puncher;
• marker.

Prices for popular models of rotary hammers

Perforators

Preparing the walls

Composite panel cladding is suitable for all types of walls - brick, aerated concrete, wood, and so on. Before installing the frame under the cladding, the surface must be cleaned of dirt and repaired. The presence of through cracks, cracks, crumbling or mildewed areas is not allowed. Therefore, all detected defects must be eliminated, cracks and large recesses must be repaired with mortar, if necessary, the walls can be re-plastered.

After the solution has dried, it is imperative to prime the base, choosing the appropriate composition: an antiseptic soil is used for wood, and it is applied in 2-3 layers, for plastered walls - a reinforcing soil of deep penetration. Small irregularities do not need to be eliminated, since the hinged facade will completely cover them.

Deep penetration primer prices

Deep penetration primer

Installation of the lathing

Step 1. Marking is performed for the mounting holes for the brackets. The frame guides must be installed vertically, therefore, the markings are made vertically. Having departed from the corner of 10-15 cm, determine the vertical level by the level, and on this line they put a point with a marker with a step equal to the width of the panel. The distance between the lines is 50-60 cm.

Step 2. Using a perforator or drill (depending on the material of the walls), holes are drilled according to the markings, then they are cleaned of dust and the dowels are inserted. After that, the brackets are assembled and screwed to the wall one by one.

Installation of brackets (installation of dowels)

The dowels are driven in with a hammer, the bolts are tightened

Step 3. They take slabs of mineral wool, apply them to the wall and mark the places for the slots for the brackets. The slots are easy to make with a sharp cutting knife. Again, the insulation is applied to the wall, stringing it onto the protruding fastening plates. The rest of the plates are installed in the same way, tightly joining them together and always displacing the seams vertically.

Step 4. A waterproofing membrane is attached on top of the mineral wool, in which slots for the brackets are also made. The membrane is fixed in horizontal strips from bottom to top, with an overlap of at least 10 cm.

Step 5. To fix the insulation and the membrane, holes are drilled in the center of each plate and at 2-3 points in the corners, and disc dowels are inserted.

Step 6. Next, mount the U-shaped guide profile. Special spacer slides are inserted into the profile cavity - small movable plates that serve as a hook for the panels. The profile is attached to the brackets, aligned vertically, drilled in the side of the hole and fixed with rivets - 2 pieces for each bracket. At the junction, the profiles are connected with a fastening rail, which is also fixed with rivets.

At this point, the installation of the frame is considered complete. Make sure all elements are on the same plane and securely fastened. The frame should not wobble and creak when pressed by hand.

Installation of cladding

Step 1. The first panel is applied to the guides at the bottom of the batten, aligned to the bottom edge and horizontally. Fix its upper corners to the guide profile with self-tapping screws.

Prices for hand riveters

Manual riveters

Step 2. The slide is moved with a screwdriver to the upper side bracket of the panel and screwed to the profile with a self-tapping screw. Further, in the same way, the slide is strengthened at the lower bracket and on the other side of the panel.

Step 3. Expose the second panel. At the junction of the panels, the gaps should be the same in width and not exceed 12 mm. Therefore, you will need a ruler during installation. The panel is leveled, the brackets are hooked onto the already fixed skids, and screwed in the corners with self-tapping screws.

The top panels are mounted in the same way, controlling the horizontal and width of the gaps. To decorate the corners, 2 methods are used: the panels are joined exactly at the corners of the facade, leaving a gap along the entire height, or curved panels are mounted, giving the traditional angular or semicircular shape. For bending, a simple bending machine is used, consisting of a table, a pressure plate, clamps and a metal pipe of the required diameter. The pressure plate is made of hard metal and then covered with a protective felt pad to avoid damaging the panels when bending.

Video - Installing gaskets

Video - Sticking decorative film on the panel

The material is easy to process, so cutting problems do not arise if everything is done correctly. First, cut should only be done in the direction indicated by the manufacturer. On the back of each panel, this direction is indicated by arrows. Secondly, before cutting, you need to make accurate measurements and mark the line with a marker or chalk, and the panel itself must be securely fixed on the table with clamps.

Aluminum belongs to soft low-melting metals, therefore it must be drilled carefully, at a low speed - from 500 to 800 rpm. If you need to immediately drill a large number of holes in aluminum panels, the drill should be periodically cooled with water.

An important condition: the drill must be very sharp, hand sharpening is not suitable here.

When bending the panels, it is necessary to maintain an ideal surface cleanliness, since aluminum shavings or accidentally trapped grains of sand under pressure can leave scratches on the face layer, which cannot be removed. This will not only reduce the attractiveness of the cladding, but will also reduce its resistance to precipitation and ultraviolet radiation.

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