When selecting house cladding material, it is important for to consider the style of the product as well as its durability. Mr Yusuf Hassan, a resident of Lubowa constructed his house 20 years ago ...

Exposed terracotta buildings always exude a rustic charm. They bring back the feel of traditional earthy architecture that was seen in most parts of the world at some point in time. Exposed bricks ...

Looking to spice up a dilapidated building with a fresh new brick face? Consider these valuable recommendations from the Brick Industry Association's technical guru, Brian Trimble. 1. Make sure the ...

Although you may assume cladding ideas are only those featuring unusual or alternative materials, the fact is most self builds, extensions and external makeovers involve house cladding of some kind.

Water penetration can be a problem for brick walls – even if a cavity is included to prevent moisture reaching the building interior Some brick walls function perfectly well after hundreds of years of ...

Cladding is an especially underrated, but incredibly important, element of any house design project. It will be instrumental in how your house is perceived and how it ages in time. But how much does ...

Characterised by their ship-lap concrete panels, Airey houses were constructed in the post-war years as part of the massive housebuilding programme. However, moisture ingress over many years can ...