Siding balcony decoration: technology features (20 photos)

Finishing a balcony is a responsible process that allows not only to improve its appearance, but also to keep the house warm. Subject to all requirements and proper installation, heat loss is reduced by 30%. Exterior decoration of the balcony with siding is one of the most common ways of its design. The material has different types, differing in color and operational properties.

Features of balcony siding decoration

Features of siding that affect the choice of finish:

• Siding is a profile made of different materials, characterized by high resistance to any weather conditions and sudden changes in temperature. It is also durable, fire resistant and has good performance.
• The length of the coating strips varies from 2 to 6 m, and the width is from 10 to 30 cm.
• The coating elements are fixed with self-tapping screws and snap-locks.
• Siding can be made in different directions both horizontally and vertically.
• The material has different colors, allowing you to choose it for any interior.
• Exterior decoration of the siding balcony requires careful preparation and certain skills.
• Siding coating for a long time retains its original appearance, without much care and tinting the surface.

If you are lining the balcony with your own siding, you must follow the safety rules.

Exterior siding is carried out using heat-insulating materials, which significantly reduces the level of heat loss.

Types and choice of siding

Siding coating is made of different materials, which affects its performance and appearance. So the surface of some species imitates stone, brick or wood. In some cases, a combination of material with corrugated board is used.

The most expensive, but common material is basement siding, used not only for facing balconies, but also for decorating walls of a house.

Wood models made from resin and pressed wood fibers are very popular. They have an original appearance and excellent performance.

A more affordable facing material is vinyl siding made from polyvinyl chloride, which has excellent properties and attractive appearance.

For apartment buildings, metal siding is widely used as a finishing material, which reliably protects the balcony room from natural wear and keeps its attractive appearance for many years. It is very easy to care for, tolerates atmospheric conditions, and is also resistant to fire, frost and sunlight.

As for the texture of the coating, it can be smooth, rough or wood-like.

The advantages of siding when decorating a balcony

As already mentioned, the exterior decoration of the balcony with siding is a great way to design it, but, in addition, there are several more advantages:

• Installation of the material can be carried out on any basis, whether it is concrete, wood or brick.
• Thanks to the lock fastening of the panels, the siding coating is solid, it does not have gaps or gaps.
• The material, regardless of its varieties, has excellent operational properties, allowing it to be used in a variety of climatic conditions, both in large frosts and in extreme heat. Almost every species meets these requirements.
• The panels are also resistant to mechanical damage, which allows them to be used for many years.
• Exterior decoration of balconies with siding does not need regular maintenance and tinting of the coating. When contaminants appear, they are easily eliminated.
• Covering the balcony with siding from the outside affects not only the thermal insulation of the room, but also its sound insulation.
• Facing work can be carried out at any time of the year, since the technological process does not provide for wet events.
• Finishing material has an affordable cost, allowing it to be used by all segments of the population. Especially if there is no cost to attract specialists to carry out installation work.

Preparation of necessary tools

To cover the balcony with siding panels, it is necessary to prepare all the tools in advance:

• level;
• pliers;
• a screwdriver;
• drill with magnetic nozzles;
• wire staples;
• fasteners and anchor bolts;
• wooden blocks to form the frame;
• internal and external corners;
• fishing line 10 m;
• metal brush;
• starting and window sills.

In addition to all this, it is necessary to prepare a hacksaw for metal and an assembly knife, depending on the type of finishing material.

Finishing technology

Like any construction process, the decoration of the balcony is divided into several stages, each of which has its own sequence.

Loggia preparation

This process begins with removing the old coating, if any, and preparing the surface for work. The sequence of preparatory work:

1. the concrete surface is cleaned and primed;
2. in the presence of metal gratings, they are cleaned from rust, primer and painting, thereby preventing further development of corrosion;
3. the level of the outer surface is measured. If potholes are found, they are sealed with cement mortar;
4. if the balcony is finished from the inside, the room is cleaned of foreign objects and the lining material is removed. The surface is leveled and primed.

The preparatory process must be carried out very carefully so that pieces of dried mortar and other debris do not fall down.

Frame

Having prepared the base and making sure that the balcony is not in emergency condition, you can proceed to the manufacture of the frame, consisting of two rails (lower and upper) and vertical jumpers.

1. The first wooden blocks are attached to the corners of the balcony with anchors. In the absence of side concrete panels, the brackets are fastened to the metal frame using bolts.
2. Then horizontal slats are laid down and on top, thereby creating a box.
3. Vertical jumpers are attached to horizontal guides in increments of 40 to 60 cm, and self-tapping screws are used for this.
4. The resulting crate is treated with an antiseptic and drying oil, which will protect the wood from moisture and harmful insects, which are a destructive factor for the entire structure.

For loggias, the technology for manufacturing the frame is similar to that described above.

To obtain a solid structure and a strong fixation of siding panels, horizontal rails should be parallel to each other, and the step between vertical jumpers should not be more than 60 cm.

Siding mount

If you are finishing the balcony with siding from the outside, it is recommended to pull the wind and vapor barrier membrane onto the crate, securing it with a construction stapler.

Next, you can proceed to the external decoration of the balcony, which has the following sequence:

1. special corners are mounted on the corners of the crate, into which the siding panels will be inserted with the end sides;
2. at the very bottom, the first panel is installed and fixed to the bottom horizontal rail using self-tapping screws. The remaining coating elements will be attached to it;
3. the first strip is inserted into the locking groove and secured with self-tapping screws, which are screwed into the designated holes. The location of the fastener should be centered on the ellipse. The connection of the strips among themselves should be accompanied by a characteristic click, which indicates the correct connection and obtaining a solid and high-quality canvas.

Thus, the balcony is sheathed by siding from the outside to the finish rail of the crate.

At the end of the facing of the front part, you can go to the ends of the structure. The panels are mounted in the same sequence.

After the frame is completely finished, a window sill is installed, which snaps into the extreme siding strip and is screwed with screws.

When laying the last strip, make sure that it coincides with the edge of the lathing. It is not recommended to cut material along the panel. It is also necessary to calculate the lap for the future platband within 2 cm.

Balcony Interior

The interior decoration of the balcony with siding is carried out after glazing. This process also consists of several steps:

1. the walls are cleaned and primed to prevent the development of harmful microorganisms and insects. The primer also helps strengthen the structure of the walls, thereby preventing them from collapsing;
2. the crate is installed with a pitch of longitudinal rails of 70 cm and is treated with an antiseptic;
3. if necessary, wiring;
4. fixing the upper panels to the ceiling with dowels or liquid nails;
5. at the end, mounting corners, window openings, sides and other additional elements are installed.

The entire installation process should be carried out with constant monitoring of the surface level.

Summing up, we can say that finishing a balcony with siding is not an easy task, but having studied the technology in detail and watched the training video, it is quite feasible. The main thing is to make the frame correctly and evenly, and the rest is a matter of technique and dexterity. When all the requirements of the process are met, the siding coating will last a long time.