Copper cladding is a lightweight and strong material used to protect buildings from the elements. It resists corrosion and can add visual interest to a building. Although expensive, it is fully recyclable and can be obtained from used materials.
Copper cladding is a cladding material for the exterior of a structure made of copper or a copper alloy. Cladding performs a number of functional and aesthetic functions in a structure and copper is one of the many choices available to builders. Companies that specialize in cladding metals can install copper cladding, as can experienced contractors familiar with copper cladding products.
Cladding protects a building from the elements, serving as the first line of defense against wind, dust, water and other intrusions that can damage a building or make the interior space unappealing to occupants. In the case of copper cladding, the building may be clad with prefabricated copper sheets, shingles, or panels. The siding is installed near the end of the exterior construction phase. Depending on the style of siding used, it can be easy or difficult to repair or replace as the building ages.
As a cladding material, copper has several advantages. It is very light and strong, which can be especially important on large buildings. Other cladding options can add significant weight, making the building more difficult to engineer, and can also be difficult to install due to their weight. Copper also resists many forms of corrosion, forming a protective patina that will keep it in good condition, even if the brilliant color fades.
Some people are also intrigued by the look of copper. The color of copper, which develops and changes with age, can add to a building’s visual interest. Metal cladding materials are particularly popular in modern architecture, and architects can play with features such as embossed or shaped metal cladding or a carefully engineered blend of metals. Visual interest can be just as important with function, and it’s important to choose the right cladding material from a visual perspective for a building.
Installing copper siding on a building can be expensive. This metal is used in a number of industries and is highly valued in some regions of the world which can add to the cost of copper cladding products. However, on the bright side, copper is fully recyclable, an important aspect to consider when people consider the impact on the life of a building. It is also sometimes possible to obtain used copper siding from buildings undergoing renovation or destruction, which can reduce costs as well as being an environmentally friendly choice of building materials because it does not require new materials to build.
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