The plinth is the lower belt of the facade of the house, it protects it from damage and pollution, distributes all weight loads. The strength of the foundation depends on the reliability of the entire structure, and from the design of the socle - the appearance of the structure. Facing material must be both functional (protective) and decorative.
Variants of the lining of the plinth
Finishing of the basement of the private house can be made with the help of various materials - plaster, artificial or natural stone, siding, profiled sheet. They have different characteristics and stylistic solutions.
Stucco is cheap and affordable. It needs additional paint coverage with any shades or you can use a composition with a decorative texture and a variety of mineral impregnations. Rasp is easy to create on the surface of seams under a brick or stonework, then highlight them in a different color - will get an original design for the foundation.
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Siding for socle - a universal finishing material - durable, inexpensive and diverse. Panels can mimic brick, wood, stone, tiles, boards. They create a complete visibility of the natural material. This finish does not burn out in the sun, does not rot and does not absorb dirt, siding is easy to use. The panels are light, attached to an aluminum frame and do not aggravate the construction of the house.
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Metal profiled sheet is a long-lasting and cheap type of cladding. The steel plate has waves with projections that provide strength to the coating, they can be painted in various shades. Lines on the sheet can be placed in different directions, seeking an original design.
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Finishing the socle of the private house can be done even with a tree . To do this, it is better to use harder wood with high mechanical characteristics and resistance to rotting processes, for example, larch. For facing it is better to use wooden lining. It creates a neat layer, environmentally friendly and pleasant to look at.
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Modern decoration of the socle - quality and style
Clinker tiles resemble bricks in appearance, but much cheaper at its price. It is produced in many textured and color variants. The material can mimic masonry, torn, rocky, polished stone. Fastened panels on seamless technology and with the possibility of warming. It is impossible to distinguish the plinth lined with this method from the natural finish.
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Natural stone - granite, dolomite, sandstone, pebble has a high strength and water resistance. Marble and granite are the most expensive option. The natural material is durable and looks solid. You can combine different stones and get interesting compositions.
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Of the modifications of artificial stone for finishing the plinth, concrete slabs with a decorative outer layer are most often used.
It is possible to produce a decorated finish of the basement of the private house with ceramic granite . It is available in the form of square plates. The material has excellent performance characteristics - high strength, frost resistance, does not burn out and does not absorb moisture. The plinth, faced with ceramic granite, looks presentable, the plates come in a variety of colors, which can be selected for any architectural solution of the cottage.
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Modern materials provide ample opportunities for the design of the socle of the private house. With their help, you can reliably protect the facade from climatic and mechanical damage and provide a beautiful durable coating for decorative exterior of the building. The choice of material depends on the construction budget, the type of building and the owner's preferences.