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Exterior decoration of the veranda implies insulation and soundproofing of the room. For this purpose, it is better to use panels with a heat-resistant coating. So that the extension does not discord with the main building, it is more logical to choose materials with an identical composition.
Finishing outside
In villages, private houses are sheathed with plaster. This refers to cement mixtures on a natural basis. They are designed to withstand ultraviolet radiation, moisture and winds. It is only necessary to mix the solution correctly and use it on time. Otherwise, cracks will appear on the facade, through which more than 35% of heat will escape. Outside, the building can be finished with silicone plaster. Such coatings withstand heat, frost and moisture well, so that installation work is possible in any weather.
Fully enclosed verandas provide XNUMX% protection from cold and rain. When choosing materials for their interior and exterior decoration, it is important to consider the following indicators:
- dimensional stability;
- refractoriness;
- hygroscopicity;
- tensile strength;
- vapor tightness;
- adhesion.
In gazebos with barbecues, the walls from the inside are recommended to be sheathed with non-combustible materials of class G1. They do not ignite even at 400 °C, and thanks to special impregnations they do not emit toxic substances. What can not be said about plastic products. Wood retains up to 40% of heat in rooms and is ideal for sloping roofs, ceilings, walls and floors. The original texture of the array contributes to the effective solution of design ideas.
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Siding
The minimum shelf life of molded panels is 45 years. They do not deteriorate under the influence of ultraviolet radiation and high moisture. Good weather resistance is an equally important advantage. A competent choice of siding is based on the operational properties of products.
So, vinyl panels support combustion, and metal ones are subject to deformation. What remains is wooden siding, endowed not so much with protective as with decorative properties. In order for natural material to last at least 20 years, it will have to be treated with antifungal compounds several times a year. It turns out that it is more profitable to use a cement-fiber analogue of a material with greater resistance to destructive processes.
Stone and brick
The main advantage of brick cladding is a solid shelf life – over 30 years. The material almost does not absorb moisture, absorbs noise well and retains heat indoors. True, facing bricks are much heavier than wooden slats and metal building materials. Therefore, it is always necessary to take into account the load on the supporting pillars of structures.
Products with standard dimensions of 250x120x65 mm are suitable for decorating the facades of multi-storey buildings and seasonal structures. The interior decoration of the premises is unthinkable without a thin brick. They can overlay the kitchen area and thus highlight a perfectly flat surface of the walls.
Tree
Traditionally, most outbuildings in the country are sheathed with wood. Environmentally friendly material lends itself well to processing and repair. It can be sanded and painted at any time. Rotten boards can be replaced with new ones over time, and a shabby facade can be painted by hand with Gorodets painting.
Quality slats are obtained from lumber. They should decorate the window openings of the gazebo, and if necessary, decorate the roof and put climbing plants on it. This is an excellent hedge option for a semi-open building.
Pine clapboard can be used to decorate any living space, except for the bathroom. Hardwood is equally well suited for interior and exterior cladding.
Internal work
Before installation, the wood should be dried and cleaned with sandpaper. If the area of the veranda exceeds 18 sq. m, to speed up the work will have to use grinding equipment. When choosing materials, it is imperative to take into account their load on the foundation, as well as compatibility with adjacent surfaces. For example, natural stone looks favorably against the background of forging and brick, but wooden buildings are recommended to be sheathed with the same materials as the main building.
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In winter buildings, you can use OSB-plates. The optimum material density is 650 kg/m³. With a minimum coating thickness, it is realistic to create high-strength surfaces that provide reliable protection of structures from penetrating winds, precipitation and frost.
With intense pressure, oriented slabs can be deformed, so they are recommended to be processed with professional tools. In order for the ceiling to retain heat better, it is important:
- correctly assemble the frame from wooden bars;
- provide for compensation gaps;
- grind the surface of the plates;
- treat the ends of the products with a primer;
- fix materials with metal anchors;
- lay communications and prepare a place for lighting fixtures.
Walls
Concrete surfaces are characterized by increased strength, but they do not retain heat well. Brick walls impress with their decorative properties, but without proper insulation they quickly freeze through. In this case, it is more profitable to use wooden coverings that do not require the additional use of mineral wool or polyurethane foam.
Only because of their poor resistance to moisture and warpage do they need pre-treatment with antiseptics. If there is neither time nor money for frequent repairs, use vinyl siding. Light coatings are not destroyed by chemicals, and most importantly, do not require reinforcement of the columnar base.
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In fully open structures, ceramic tiles can be laid. The material is not afraid of moisture and temperature changes. Due to its good thermal conductivity, it is suitable for arranging a warm floor. More practical coatings with polymers in the composition are used only on leveled surfaces, but due to increased toxicity, it is better to prefer porcelain stoneware or an adobe floor.
Paving slabs can be laid on cement particle boards, and wooden dies on a concrete base. With a limited budget, cuts of pine or larch are suitable.
In loft-style gazebos, natural stone floors look organic. True, in winter barefoot in such a room is not like.
DIY work
Before fixing the siding, it is necessary to determine the evenness of the outer surfaces relative to the building level. Then wrap the walls of the facade with plastic wrap and make a crate from a metal profile. Hangers and self-tapping screws will definitely come in handy in the work.
Of the additional elements, the finishing profile and spotlights for the installation of cornices are useful. If there are none, you can limit yourself to siding panels. Plastic slopes are needed to decorate window openings.
A 5 mm gap should be left at the point of contact between the panel and the element adjacent to it. In this case, the very first material is attached to the starting profile, and the subsequent ones are laid on top of the previous ones.