PVC Guttering

Fascias and Soffits

External Cladding

Internal Cladding

Hygiene Cladding

Underground Drainage

Soil and Waste

Decking

Flooring

Fibre Cement Cladding

Polycarbonate and Acrylic Sheets

Roofing and Glazing Bars

To ensure a successful and professional installation of external cladding, follow the steps outlined below:

Sequence of Work

Frame Battens: Begin by setting up the frame battens.
Battens Around Openings: Install battens around windows, doors, and other openings.
Intermediate Vertical Battens: Position intermediate vertical battens for additional support.
Starter Trims: Attach starter trims or, if required, a bottom angle ventilation strip for air circulation.
Vertical Perimeter and Corner Trims: Attach vertical perimeter trims and corner trims. (If using two-part trims, fix only the inner part at this stage).
Top Perimeter Trims: Fit top perimeter trims so they engage with the vertical trims for a seamless look.
Additional Battening for Cut Planks: Place battens as needed to support any cut planks.
Plank Profiles and Joint Covers: Attach plank profiles, joint covers, or center joint trims as required.
Outer Components of Two-Part Trims: Finish by attaching the outer components of any two-part trims.

Installation Guidelines

Do's

Fixing Boards: For white boards, secure every 600mm. For foiled boards, secure every 400mm.
Ventilation Gap: Allow for a continuous ventilation gap to enable heat dissipation from behind the cladding. This gap is created by the battens. For white cladding, a minimum of 25mm is required. For foiled cladding, a minimum of 50mm is needed.
Board Ends: Ensure boards are fixed at corners or at the end of cladding areas to provide support, as these areas are more exposed.

Don’ts

Excess Silicone: Avoid overusing silicone for sealing joints and corners, as it can become soiled and deteriorate over time, revealing poor workmanship.
Pinning Joints: Do not pin joints as it can restrict the expansion gap, causing trims to split and exposing joint locations, which should ideally blend seamlessly.
Seek Assistance if Needed: Don’t hesitate to contact us if you need guidance or support

Additional Tips

Ventilation and Insect Control: Use a 60mm x 15mm angle ventilator to help maintain a continuous air gap and minimize insect ingress behind the cladding.
Minimum Batten Depths: For proper ventilation, ensure minimum batten depths: White cladding requires a 25mm gap. Foiled or colored cladding requires a 50mm gap.

This process ensures that your cladding installation will be durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.