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Cladding options to enhance the style of your home
What are some of the best external cladding options for New Zealand weather conditions?
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Choosing the right cladding for New Zealand's harsh climate is crucial. Modern options like vertical timber, fibre cement, and composite boards are popular for their style and resistance to UV and salt damage.
For ultimate durability, brick is a low-maintenance choice offering excellent thermal and noise insulation. Metal cladding, including long-run steel and aluminium, is another durable, growing trend.
Costs vary widely, from around $200/m² for brick to over $450/m² for premium metals.
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Designed by KOIA Architects, this home is wrapped in zinc and thermally modified timber cladding allowing the substantial form to sit lightly in the landscape. Image by John Williams.
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