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Architects have many decisions to make with building facades, exteriors and cladding. One popular alternative to costly and high-maintenance wood and stone cladding is fiber cement. With new technology to customize the color, texture and design of fiber cement, architects can achieve their style goals while ensuring functionality and long-term affordability.
Fiber cement cladding can be installed in panels designed to mimic natural stone or concrete. With numerous profiles to choose from, architects can use fiber cement cladding to add dimension and elegance to their commercial architectural designs. Fiber cement can withstand the test of time, as it is not susceptible to some of the challenges that other natural siding options face.
This guide to fiber cement will cover the material’s benefits and commercial applications. Architects can learn about the advantages of fiber cement cladding and how it can benefit their commercial projects.
Fiber cement is a type of facade material developed by manufacturers using proprietary material combinations. In general, fiber cement consists of the following elements:
EQUITONE materials are made with cement, water, sand, and cellulose fibers.
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One of the biggest factors that architects need to consider when selecting commercial siding for their projects is climate. Various materials perform differently depending on the climate and the common types of weather that buildings are exposed to. Consistently outperforming its counterparts, fiber cement is a favorite material for architects no matter the region. Fiber cement is used all over the world and across a range of climates thanks to its durability, resilience and safety.
Here is an overview of how fiber cement performs in different climates:
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Just as important as functionality is form, particularly for architects looking to combine performance and polish. Fiber cement offers just as many opportunities for unique design and aesthetics as natural cladding options. Fiber cement comes in various colors and finishes, allowing architects to achieve their desired texture and dimension.
Below are some examples of fiber cement finishes and colors to choose from:
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In addition to being used across a range of climates, fiber cement facades are also suitable within numerous commercial applications. Its aesthetic, maintenance, durability, cost-effectiveness and eco-friendliness make it a favorite siding choice for various commercial projects around the world.
Below are some examples of the types of commercial projects that use fiber cement panels and why:
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Fiber cement is a preferred facade material due to its various applications and uses in architectural design. Its design versatility means architects can carefully select the precise styles they want in order to achieve their design goals.
Below are some examples of the different ways to arrange and apply fiber cement panels for design flexibility:
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For high-performing and durable fiber cement facade panels, choose EQUITONE. With their versatility, EQUITONE materials are designed for high-end commercial buildings, from school to office facilities to healthcare institutions. EQUITONE lightweight fiber cement panels come in various textures and colors and can be arranged in numerous shapes and layouts. Turn any structure into an art installation with EQUITONE fiber cement materials.
EQUITONE manufactures high-density and durable fiber cement panels that provide through-color on most materials. This quality increases the already low-maintenance properties of fiber cement and ensures the design integrity will last for decades. The EQUITONE installation process allows the fiber cement panels to be installed as a ventilated rainscreen, which creates cavities that improve temperature regulation.
Contact us today to learn more about EQUITONE and the design and functionality benefits of fiber cement for architects. Request a sample and discover all the advantages of EQUITONE fiber cement facade panels.