External and internal wall cladding system

Abstract

A wall cladding and wall cladding system each comprising a plurality of panels, wherein opposing ends of each panel are substantially aligned with corresponding opposing ends of adjacent panels to form respective edges of an array of panels. Each panel includes at least one first recess in its first major face adjacent a first major edge configured in use to resemble a recessed mortar joint.

Description

REFERENCE TO ANY PRIORITY APPLICATIONS[0001]Any and all applications for which a foreign or domestic priority claim is identified in the Application Data Sheet as filed with the present application are hereby incorporated by reference under 37 CFR 1.57.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The invention described relates generally to the field of building products and, more particularly, to building products having recessed joints.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Cement render applied over a thin panelised substrate may be used to provide one form of a masonry replica cladding system. Such systems usually require some form of mesh, fixed to a panel underlay, as a support and restraint for the render, use to provide the masonry appearance. These systems are relatively costly, time-consuming and, thus, inefficiently designed. For example, to install, such systems require specific skills and qualified persons to achieve a satisfactory appearance of...

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Benefits of technology

The invention provides a new cladding system for walls that overcomes the problems of current systems. The new system consists of panels that are aligned to form an array. Each panel has a recess on its edges that look like a recessed mortar joint. The panels can be attached to a sub-structure and joined together with a joining element. The technical effect of this system is that it provides a more efficient and secure cladding for walls, with improved insulation and aesthetics.

Problems solved by technology

These systems are relatively costly, time-consuming and, thus, inefficiently designed.

Furthermore, the thickness of render applied in these systems does not generally allow for aesthetic finishes such as recessed joint lines without exposing the supporting mesh structure.

For example, tiles, which are inflexible, are unable to compensate for uneven framing.

An additional disadvantage includes the fact that working with individual tiles requires additional and labor-intensive handling operations.

Other systems for large panel type cladding (e.g., similar to that used in commercial buildings) use plain panels mounted on special batten systems and, as such, remain unsuitable for replicating masonry and offer little aesthetic appeal.

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