Vinyl siding is a material which is used for external cladding facades. To date, such decorative panels are very popular. This trend contributes to the efficiency of the product, its long service life and ease of installation and maintenance. In addition, the result of this material becomes more finishes building and attractive aesthetic appearance.

Features vinyl panels

Today, the market presents several kinds of siding, which differ in color and texture. The most popular of these are vinyl panels. They are the product of 3-4 mm in length and 25 cm in width. This vinyl siding as low cost somewhat more expensive, but it needs no extra painting, because it has the basic color of the surface.

The profile of the product is divided into two types - double and single. And the surface is smooth and textured. Also distinguish horizontal and vertical siding. Depending on the type of material, it is mounted accordingly. An important property of vinyl-based siding is the stability of its coloring under the influence of ultraviolet.

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Features of the production process

Polyvinyl chloride-based siding is manufactured, in which various components are added. These are substances such as plasticizers, dyes and other components that provide the finished product of elasticity, resistance to color burnout and to deformation changes in the service process. For this reason, buy vinyl siding today in various variations.

The inner and outer surfaces of the panels possess different characteristics. This is achieved by the following feature of technology. In the manufacture prepares two types of vinyl mass, which has various purposes. Then they are melted together in the process of passing through the extruder.

The composition of the product form substances as:

• butadiene, due to the presence of the panels, have a long service life;
• modifiers that give the product strength;
• the durability of the color gives titanium dioxide;
• filler is calcium carbonate;
• the desired color of the product give dyes.

Sayding varieties

Today there are several varieties of material. One of them is vinyl siding under the log. This species is most suitable for finishing country houses or cottages. Externally, such a finish will have the form of natural logs. At the same time, there is a choice of textures of various types of trees, such as oak, nut, cherry, etc.

With the help of siding, you can perform imitation and finishing with natural stone. In this case, the comparative cost will be significantly lower than the cladding with the help of natural stone.

Another type of vinyl siding panels are products that mimic brick. According to external features it will be quite difficult to distinguish such a finish from traditional brickwork.

Dignity and disadvantages of material

Among the advantages of using siding, such factors can be distinguished:

1. The material is sufficiently resistant to the corrosion process - siding does not get lazy, does not rot, not swell, and also does not peel.
2. The colors of vinyl siding retain their original characteristics throughout a sufficiently long period of time.
3. The product is resistant to the effects of external physical factors.
4. The toxicity indicator of the panels is minimal, which is ensured by the use of reagents.
5. The material has good ventilation properties: it passes the air and steam well, thus preventing the formation of condensate on the walls of the building.
6. The installation process is characterized by simplicity.
7. It has a relatively light weight, which provides additional convenience in the process of transportation.
8. An important product quality is the ease of care. To clean it from pollution, it is enough to simply wash the panel with ordinary water.
9. Under siding will not be difficult to lay thermal insulation, which will ensure additional warming of the building.
10. Due to the presence of a latch lock for mounting, any surface will fit. After that, with the help of self-samples for which the holes are provided in the profile, installation of the crate is made.
11. The material has good decorative properties.

As disadvantage You can distinguish the inability of the material to resist sharp temperature differences. Due to the temperature fluctuations of the panel can stretch and shrink. Also siding is not a natural material.

Selection parameters

1. One of the first criteria for which attention should be paid in the process of choice is the uniform color of the product. The difference in the intensity of the inner and external side of the panel indicates that a different amount of staining substance has been added to the vinyl composition. This is done in order to save material. High-quality siding has an identical color of the outer surface and the inside.
2. Next should be checked the side cut of the product and make sure that siding has the same thickness. The site that needs to be viewed is the distance from the top of the product where the grooves are located to the lower part, where the hook is located. Thickness must be uniform. This is the direct indicator of the quality product. If the thickness is detected, the purchase of this panel should be refused. Otherwise, the product will not be able to withstand power loads, subsequently deformed.
3. Another indicator of high-quality siding is equal in size and having smooth edges of the holes for nails. They are in the upper part of the product and are designed to fasten the self-tapping and nails. Uneven, unequal holes are a reason to doubt as siding and abandon its acquisition.
4. It is also necessary to study the external parameters of the facial side of the product. The high-quality surface does not have any defects, such as separation, peeling or microcrack.
5. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the moment that the surface is mandatory to be matte. A brilliant glossy surface for such panels is invalid, since this is the cause of defective changes in the product. The glossy siding on a vinyl base under the sun will be heated, absorb heat and the result is lengthened by taking a wave-like shape. This in turn will negatively affect the aesthetic surface of the walls.
6. Pay attention to the size of the vinyl siding. The thickness of the product should be within certain standards - this is 1.0-1.2 mm. If siding is thicker than this parameter, it is not recommended to purchase it. The panel having an excessive thickness is deprived of the necessary elasticity and plasticity. This may cause the product that the product will not be able to resist the blow and will be barbed. And it will not be necessary to occur the necessary "shrinkage" of the product in the winter and elongation in the summer, with the result that cracks will appear on the panel.
7. Packaging can also testify about the quality of the product. Good material should be packaged in a rigid cardboard boxes. It is such a container that will contribute to the safety of the product that will not be damaged during loading, unloading and storage. It is worth avoiding siding, which is packed in the film because there is a chance to damage it even before installation.
8. Check how high-quality material is right at the place of purchase. To do this, take a piece of the product, get the tip for the nail edge and proceed several times in different directions. If the material did not break, this is a sign of its quality.
9. In addition to visual selection criteria, you need to receive the necessary information about the product for a successful purchase. Also worth reading reviews about vinyl siding specific manufacturer. First of all, you should ask the name of the manufacturer, as well as a country of origin. Based on this data, you can learn more about the panel manufacturer. You can go to certain forums, familiarize yourself with this product, as well as ask questions to the manufacturer's representative. For example, for a period of time, this company produces this product. The long period of operation of the company on the market indicates the quality of goods produced by it.
10. At the next stage, it is necessary to find out the nuances of warranty conditions. The warranty period for siding is from 25 to 50 years. It must be remembered that the guarantees are subject to goods in the process of its operation. In case of damage to the product with poorly completed installation, the cost warranty does not cover. You also need to know how the warranty is compensated.
11. High-quality vinyl siding under stone or other material can not cost cheap. It is necessary to look at the price of the goods and if it is relatively low, it is not worth purchasing the product. The components forming the composition of the vinyl mass in their advantage have foreign origin, so a good product for definition cannot be cheap.
12. Also, the quality of siding can tell its color. In the process of manufacturing dark shades panels there are mass and color stabilizers, as well as higher quality dyes. Dark panels for a longer period will maintain their color, for this reason, the product of dark colors cost twice as much as the siding pastel shades.

Manufacturers

To date, many companies specialize in the manufacture of vinyl siding. Of all the varieties, several manufacturers can be distinguished, the products of which are most in demand. These are companies such as:

• canadian firm Mitten;
• german Holzplast;
• domestic brand Nordside;
• polish manufacturer VOX;
• russian companies of Alta-Profile and Deck.

Conclusion

Vinyl mass siding is a comfortable finishing material. Its cost is relatively low, and the quality of finishing is quite good. In addition, with the help of this material, it is possible to imitate the finishing with natural stone, a log, and bricks. According to external features, it will be difficult to distinguish siding from these materials, and this finish will be much cheaper. Also vinyl siding has strength and resistant to external influences, which makes the period of its service long enough.
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