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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 weather is vital. Popular options offer a mix of style, durability, and cost-effectiveness to suit any home.
- Timber & Composites: Vertical fibre cement and composite boards are modern, durable choices. Cedar offers a premium timber look.
- Brick: A low-maintenance classic providing excellent thermal and noise insulation.
- Metal: Long-run steel, aluminium, and copper are increasingly popular for their resilience and low maintenance.
Costs vary significantly, from affordable brick to premium copper.
Vertical timber and composite cladding
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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Vertical timber cladding used in this home designed by Ben Hudson Architects creates crisp lines accentuating the dramatic alpine setting. Image by John Williams.
Vertical cedar: what are the benefits and what does it cost?
This home by Define Architecture utilises various exterior cladding materials to create a layered, inviting aesthetic. Image by John Williams.
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