Popular choices for Home Cladding in Australia

Exterior cladding for houses has always been an integral part of the Australian housing landscape. What has changed is the variety of external cladding options now available. Cladding forms the outer protective layer of homes. It also mirrors the aesthetic taste of the homeowners and can be customized to suit your style. Whether you want to remodel your home or build a new construction from scratch, you can rely on external cladding to offer you both.  

 

Here are the most popular choices for exterior cladding for houses in Australia.  

 

Brick cladding  

 

Brick wall cladding is an old favourite, especially in inner-city and country areas. It adds an artisanal touch to homes.  Brick wall cladding comes in a range of colours, size and finishes. It is high-performance and low maintenance. In terms of protection, brick cladding is weatherproof, fire-resistant, heat and sound insulating, non-toxic and pest-resistant. Brick cladding in darker tones is an all-time classic and much easier to maintain than lighter hues.  

 

Fibre cement cladding  

 

Fibre cement cladding is the leading choice for external cladding. It adds a contemporary, minimalist yet a natural touch to homes. Fibre cement cladding is easy to install and generally come pre-primed for quick installation. You can get them in horizontal or vertical panels/ boards. They are easy to maintain and don’t require regular upkeep. Fibre cement cladding is durable, fire-resistant, weatherproof, soundproof and pest-resistant.  

 

Timber cladding  

 

Timber cladding is a popular external cladding choice because it is affordable and easy to install. Timber cladding generally comes pre-primed and pre-painted. They also come in ready to paint options. Timber weatherboard is the first choice for first floor additions or backyard extensions because of the natural, earthy element they add to homes. Timber cladding is termite and fire-resistant but requires regular upkeep and maintenance to prevent weathering.  

 

Stone cladding  

 

Natural or man-made stone cladding is a recent favourite for exterior cladding for houses. Stone cladding is used to renovate porches, backyards, outdoor fireplaces, stairwells and feature walls among other constructions. It is a perfect fusion of a traditional and modern aesthetic. It is also more affordable than its external cladding counterparts. They are durable, strong and have a high weather-resistant quotient. Darker colour stone cladding is easier to maintain than lighter ones as the latter needs regular washing to prevent staining.  

 

Metal cladding  

 

Metal cladding (also known as aluminium cladding) also falls in the list of popular external cladding options. It adds a shiny street appeal and modern touch to homes. It is super easy to maintain as it doesn’t absorb moisture, is weatherproof and pest-resistant. It is also fire-resistant and lightweight, making it easy to install. It is one of the most long-lasting options in exterior cladding for houses. Along with being versatile in its function and looks, it is also affordable.  But it is not very sound-insulating and not the best choice if you are looking to drown all that incessant street noise.