VENTILATED FACADE CLADDING
Architecture and construction sectors are evolving towards materials that combine aesthetics, performance, and sustainability. Among these, porcelain stands out as an exceptional choice for ventilated facade systems, and it is transforming the way we design and build modern structures.
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Porcelain ventilated facades offer outstanding technical advantages. Their minimal porosity ensures almost zero water absorption, delivering remarkable resistance to weathering, stains, and pollution – essential for maintaining the visual integrity of building envelopes over decades. This durability translates into lower maintenance costs and longer life cycles, aligning perfectly with the needs of investors, developers, and asset managers seeking resilient solutions.
Moreover, thanks to advances in manufacturing, porcelain slabs are now available in large formats and ultra-thin profiles without compromising strength. For example, Coverlam by Grespania produces lightweight panels reinforced with fibreglass mesh, enhancing impact resistance while facilitating quick installation on ventilated facade systems. This means faster project turnaround, reduced structural load, and greater design freedom. |
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From a sustainability standpoint, porcelain ventilated facades significantly improve thermal performance. By creating an air cavity between the cladding and insulation, they reduce heat gain in summer and minimise heat loss in winter, enhancing energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Porcelain itself is a hygienic, inert material with excellent fire resistance – a non-negotiable requirement in contemporary high-rise and urban developments.
With an extensive range of colours, textures, and finishes replicating natural stone, metal, cement, or bespoke designs, porcelain offers architects and developers limitless possibilities to realise their creative visions while meeting technical and regulatory standards with confidence. |
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At Ceramic Tile Merchants Architectural, we are committed to championing materials and systems that drive innovation, safety, and sustainability. Porcelain ventilated facades embody this commitment, enabling us to deliver building envelopes that are not only beautiful but also efficient, durable, and future-ready.
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COVERLAM VENTILATED FACADE CLADDING
Coverlam ventilated facades combine ultra-thin, large-format porcelain panels with high strength and minimal weight, offering durable, weather-resistant cladding that enhances thermal efficiency and modern architectural aesthetics.
MARAZZI VENTILATED FACADE CLADDING
Marazzi's ventilated facades feature premium porcelain stoneware panels (up to 162×324 cm) mounted on a ventilated substructure, offering exceptional thermal & acoustic insulation, weather protection via the chimney effect, and a vast array of finishes and sizes for striking architectural expression.
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To learn more about ventilated facade products, you're welcome to get in touch using the contact details below or by submitting the form.
email - [email protected] Tel. 01482 679599 |
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