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Plastic, composite or HPL for your facade?

Many people compare materials on the purchase price. But what will you really pay in 10, 15 or 20 years' time? Find out why more and more building owners are choosing aluminium cladding, and how you can calculate what you will need for your project.

The choice that defines your facade for years to come

You only choose cladding once - and you live with it for decades. Price, maintenance, lifespan and appearance all play a role. Below, we honestly juxtapose plastic, composite and HPL with aluminium.

Plastic (PVC): cheap entry, but for how long?

Plastic cladding is popular because its purchase price is low. And honestly: for some applications, it works just fine. But PVC has a weakness: it yellows. After years in the sun, the colour loses its freshness and replacement is then the only option. The low purchase price is misleading: those who buy plastic cladding are likely to buy it twice.
Advantages and disadvantages of plastic/PVC
  • Low purchase price
  • Water-resistant
  • Discolouration on long-term UV exposure
  • Less premium look
  • Not recyclable

Composite: wood look without wood, but not without worries

Composite cladding tries to combine the best of both worlds: the look of wood, the benefits of plastic. In practice, it sometimes disappoints. The colour can fade, and with cheaper variants, installers see moisture problems crop up after a few years.
Composite also requires periodic maintenance. If you don't do this, dirt will creep into the structure of the cladding.
Advantages and disadvantages of composite
  • Wood look
  • Less maintenance than real wood
  • Colour may fade
  • Moisture sensitive at lower quality
  • Periodic maintenance required

HPL: sleek and durable, but demanding

HPL panels give a modern result. They are popular for new construction and larger projects with quality. Although the purchase price is in the higher end and installation usually requires a professional, you are investing in a facade that will last for decades.
Advantages and disadvantages of HPL
  • Modern look
  • Colourfast
  • Higher purchase price
  • Susceptible to eviction

Aluminium cladding: a choice without compromise

Cladix aluminium cladding combines timeless design with a strong price-quality ratio. Suitable for do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike.
Once installed, it retains its appearance without painting or treating.
Aluminium is rightly considered the absolute best among facade materials. With Cladix, you benefit from this premium quality, but at a more competitive price: on average 35% cheaper than premium brands in aluminium cladding.
Advantages and disadvantages of aluminium
  • Long service life: does not rust and remains colourfast
  • Very low-maintenance
  • Easy to place
  • Lightweight material
  • Higher starting price, but investment pays for itself

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Cladix aluminium facade cladding

Cladix combines sleek design with strong value for money. Suitable for both professionals and DIYers.
  • Fast installation
  • Easy-care finish
  • Modern block patterns in brown or black
  • Recommended price of €165/m²: up to 35% cheaper than other brands
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