Plinth cladding performs an important function - to protect the foundation of the house. In addition, being part of the façade, it has a decorative value. How to properly arrange the base and what materials to use for this?

Peculiarities

The basement of the building, that is, the protruding part of the foundation in contact with the facade, provides protection and increases the thermal efficiency of the building. At the same time, it is exposed to increased mechanical stress, more than others it is exposed to moisture and chemical reagents. In winter, the plinth freezes through, as a result of which it can collapse.

All this necessitates the protection of the base, for which special heat and waterproofing materials are used, a more reliable finish.

We must not forget that this part of the house is a continuation of the facade, so it is important to take care of the aesthetic appeal of finishing materials for the basement.

Among the main technical requirements for basement materials are:

• High moisture resistance- it is important that moisture from the outer surface of the basement does not penetrate through the thickness of the finish. Otherwise, it will lose its attractive appearance and performance. The insulation (if any) and the surfaces of the basement will get wet. As a result - a decrease in the thermal efficiency of the building, an increase in air humidity, the appearance of an unpleasant musty odor, mold inside and outside the building, the destruction of not only the basement, but also the facade and floor covering.

• Depends on the indicators of moisture resistance frost resistance of tiles... It should be at least 150 freezing cycles.
• Mechanical strength- the basement is more than other parts of the facade experiencing loads, including mechanical damage. The durability and safety of the basement surfaces depend on how strong the tile is. The load of the wall panels is transferred not only to the plinth, but also to its finishing materials. It is clear that with insufficient strength of the latter, they will not be able to evenly distribute the load over the foundation and protect it from excessive pressure.
• Resistant to temperature extremes- cracking of the material during temperature fluctuations is unacceptable. Even the slightest crack on the surface causes a decrease in the moisture resistance of the facing product, and, as a result, frost resistance. Water molecules trapped in cracks under the influence of negative temperatures turn into ice floes, which literally break the material from the inside.

Some types of tiles tend to expand slightly under the influence of temperature jumps. This is considered the norm (for example, for clinker tiles). Preservation of the inter-tile gap during the installation process allows to avoid deformation of tiles and their cracking.

As for the criterion of aesthetics, it is individual for each customer. Naturally, the material for the plinth should be attractive, combined with the rest of the facade and exterior elements.

What is it for?

Finishing the basement of the building allows you to solve several problems:

• Plinth and foundation protection from the negative effects of moisture, high and low temperatures and other negative natural factors that reduce the strength, and therefore reduce the durability of the surface.
• Contamination protection, which are not only an aesthetic problem, as it might seem at first glance. The composition of the mud contains aggressive components, for example, road reagents. With prolonged exposure, they can damage even such a reliable material as concrete, causing erosion on the surface.

• Increasing the biostability of the foundation- modern facade materials prevent damage to the foundation by rodents, prevent the appearance of fungus or mold on the surface.
• Insulation of the foundation, which helps to increase the thermal efficiency of the building, and also helps to preserve the integrity of the material. It is known that with a significant decrease in temperature, erosion forms on the concrete surface.
• Finally, finishing the basement element has a decorative value... With the help of this or that material, it is possible to transform the house, to achieve its maximum correspondence to a certain style.

The use of tiles, as well as brick or stone surfaces allows you to give the structure a cost-effective look and add sophistication.

Varieties of basement structures

In relation to the surface of the facade, the base / plinth can be:

• speakers(that is, slightly protruding forward compared to the wall);
• sinking relative to the facade (in this case, the facade is already moving forward);
• executed flush with a front part.

Most often you can find a protruding base. It is usually found in buildings with thin walls and a warm basement. In this case, the plinth plays an important thermal insulation role.

If, in a similar building, the basement is flush with the facade, then high humidity in the basement cannot be avoided, and therefore dampness inside the building. When performing thermal insulation of such a base, you will have to face the difficulties of choosing and installing insulation.

Western plinths are usually organized in buildings that do not have a basement. They are better than others protected from the negative effects of the environment. The plinth lining will perform the supporting function. With this system, the easiest way is to perform high-quality multi-layer hydro and thermal insulation.

The features of the basement depend on the type of foundation.

So, a plinth on a strip foundation performs a load-bearing function, and for a pile-screw - a protective one. For a basement on piles, a sinking type base is usually organized. It is suitable for both wooden and brick houses that do not have a warm underground.

Materials (edit)

There are many types of materials for decorating the basement. The most common are the following:

Clinker tiles

It is an environmentally friendly clay-based material that undergoes molding or extrusion and high-temperature firing. The result is a reliable, heat-resistant moisture-resistant material (moisture absorption coefficient is only 2-3%).

It is distinguished by its durability (minimum service life of 50 years), chemical inertness, and wear resistance. The front side imitates brickwork (from smooth, corrugated or aged bricks) or various stone surfaces (wild and processed stone).

The material does not have a low thermal conductivity, therefore it is recommended to use it together with insulation or to use clinker panels with clinker.

The latter are standard tiles with polyurethane or mineral wool insulation fixed on the inside of the material. The layer thickness of the latter is 30-100 mm.

The disadvantage is a rather large weight and high cost (although this finishing option will be economically more profitable compared to clinker bricks). Despite the high indicators of strength (which is equal on average to M 400, and the maximum is M 800), loose tiles are extremely fragile. This should be taken into account during transport and installation.

Clinker is installed wet(that is, on a wall or solid sheathing with glue) or dry(assumes fastening to a metal frame by means of bolts or self-tapping screws). When fastening with the second method (it is also called a hinged facade system), a ventilated facade is usually arranged. Mineral wool insulation is laid between the wall and the cladding.

If thermal panels are used, there is no need for an insulating layer.

Brick

When finishing with bricks, it is possible to achieve reliability and high-quality moisture protection of surfaces. The advantage is the versatility of the finish. It is suitable for any type of substrate, and also has a wide selection of facing bricks (ceramic, hollow, crevice and hyper-pressed variations).

If the basement itself is lined with red fired brick, then it performs 2 functions at once - protective and aesthetic, that is, it does not need cladding.

Due to the rather large weight, brick facing requires the organization of a foundation for it.

The organization of masonry requires certain professional skills, and the type of decoration itself is one of the most expensive. Such cladding will cost more than using clinker tiles.

A natural stone

Finishing the base with natural stone will ensure its strength, resistance to mechanical damage and shock, moisture resistance. All this guarantees the durability of the material.

For decoration, granite, gravel, dolomite versions of the stone are usually used. They will ensure the maximum strength of the part of the facade in question.

Marble cladding will allow you to get the most durable, but very expensive surface.

From the point of view of convenience, preference should be given to flagstone cladding. The latter combines different types of materials characterized by a flat, tile-like shape and a small (up to 5 cm) thickness.

The large weight of natural stone complicates the process of its transportation and installation and requires additional reinforcement of the base. The complexity of finishing and high production costs cause high prices for the material.

Fastening of the stone is carried out on a pre-primed surface, the material is fixed with a frost-resistant cement mortar. After hardening, all joints are treated with a hydrophobic grout.

Fake diamond

These disadvantages of natural stone pushed technologists to create a material that has the advantages of natural stone, but lighter, easier to install and maintain, and affordable material. It was an artificial stone, the basis of which is made up of fine-grained granite or other high-strength stone and polymers.

Due to the peculiarities of the composition and the technological process, natural stone is distinguished by its strength, increased moisture resistance, and weather resistance. Its surfaces do not emit radiation, bio-waste, easy to clean (many have a self-cleaning surface).

Release form - monolithic slabs, the front side of which imitates natural stone.

Fastening is carried out on a flat primed surface using special glue or on a crate.

Panels

The panels are sheets based on plastic, metal or fiber cement (the most common options are indicated), the surface of which can be given any shade or imitation of wood, stone, brickwork.

All panels are characterized by resistance to moisture and UV rays, heat resistance, but have different strength indicators.

Plastic models are considered the least durable. With a sufficiently strong impact, they can become covered with a network of cracks, therefore they are rarely used for finishing the basement (although manufacturers provide collections of basement PVC panels).

Metal siding is a safer option.

Light weight, anti-corrosion protection, ease of installation - all this makes the panels popular, especially for those foundations that do not have additional reinforcement.

Fiber cement panels are based on concrete mortar. To improve the technical properties and lighten the mass, dried cellulose is added to it. The result is a durable material that, however, can only be used on solid foundations.

The surface of panels based on fiber cement can be painted in a certain color, imitate the finish with natural materials or be characterized by the presence of dusting - stone chips. To protect the front side of the material from burning out, ceramic spraying is applied to it.

All panels, regardless of the type, are attached to the frame. Fixation is carried out by means of brackets and self-tapping screws, the reliability of adhesion of the panels to each other, as well as their wind resistance are achieved due to the presence of a locking system.

Plaster

Installation is carried out with a wet method, and this type of finish requires impeccably flat basement surfaces. To protect the plastered surfaces from moisture and sunlight, acrylic-based moisture-proof compounds are used as a topcoat.

If it is necessary to obtain a colored surface, you can paint the dried layer of plaster or use a mixture containing a pigment.

Popular is called "mosaic" plaster. It contains the smallest stone chips of different colors. After application and drying, it creates a mosaic effect, shimmering and changing shade depending on the angle of illumination and viewing.

It is produced in the form of a dry mixture, which is mixed with water before use.

Polymer-sand tiles

Differs in strength, moisture resistance and heat resistance. Due to its sandy base, it is lightweight.

The polymer component ensures the plasticity of the tile, which excludes its cracking and the absence of chips on the surface. Outwardly, such tiles are similar to clinker tiles, but they are much cheaper.

A significant drawback is the lack of additional elements, which complicates the installation process, especially when finishing buildings with complex configurations.

The tile can be attached with glue, but a different method of installation has become widespread - on the crate. In this case, using polymer-sand tiles, it is possible to create an insulated ventilated system.

Porcelain stoneware

When finished with porcelain stoneware, the building acquires a respectable and aristocratic appearance. This is because the material imitates granite surfaces. Initially, this material was used for cladding administrative buildings, but due to its refined appearance, impressive service life (on average - half a century), strength and moisture resistance, it is increasingly used for cladding the facades of private houses.

Professional list

Sheathing with profiled sheet is an affordable and simple way to protect the basement. True, there is no need to talk about special decorative qualities.

Decorating

The decoration of the basement can be done not only through the use of facade materials. One of the simplest and most affordable options is to paint the base with suitable compounds.(mandatory for outdoor use, frost-resistant, weather-resistant).

By choosing a color, you can highlight the base or, on the contrary, give it a shade close to the color scheme of the facade. Using special materials and 2 types of paint similar in tone, it is possible to achieve an imitation of a stone. To do this, on a lighter layer of paint, after it dries, strokes are applied with a darker paint, which are then rubbed.

Decorating the plinth with plaster will be a little more difficult. The plastered surface can have a flat surface or be characterized by the presence of decorative reliefs, which also make it possible to achieve an imitation of a stone base.

If there are columns, their lower part is also lined with the material used to decorate the basement. This will allow achieving the stylistic unity of the building elements.

Preparatory work

The quality of the preparatory work depends on the indicators of hydro and thermal insulation of the basement, and therefore of the entire building.

The waterproofing of the basement assumes its external protection, as well as isolation from groundwater. To do this, a trench is being dug along the entire perimeter of the basement near it, the depth of which is 60-80 cm with a width of 1 m. In case of strong soil crumbling, reinforcement of the trench with a metal mesh is shown. The lower part of it is covered with gravel - this is how drainage is provided.

The surface of the base is cleaned, treated with water-repellent impregnations, insulated.

Preparing the visible part of the basement for cladding involves leveling the surface and treating it with a primer for better adhesion to finishing materials.

If a hinged system is used, you can not waste time and effort on correcting minor defects. Of course, the preparatory work in this case also means cleaning and leveling the surfaces, installing a frame for cladding.

Preparatory work should be carried out at temperatures above 0 degrees, in dry weather. After applying the primer, it must be allowed to dry.

Ebb device

Ebb tides are designed to protect the plinth from moisture flowing down the facade, primarily during rain. The plinth with one of its parts is fixed to the lower part of the facade at a small (10-15 degrees) angle, which contributes to the collection of moisture. Since this element hangs over the plinth by 2-3 cm, the collected moisture flows down to the ground, and not to the surface of the plinth. Visually, the ebb seems to separate the facade and the basement.

As an ebb tide, strips 40-50 cm wide made of waterproof materials are used. They can be sold ready-made or made with your own hands from a suitable strip. The design and color of the structure is selected taking into account the appearance of the finish.

Depending on the material used, a distinction is made between:

• metal (universal) ebbs;
• plastic (usually combined with siding);
• concrete and clinker (applicable for stone and brick facades) analogs.

Plastic the models, despite their high moisture resistance, are rarely used due to their low strength and low frost resistance.

Metallic options (aluminum, copper or steel) demonstrate the optimal balance of moisture resistance, strength characteristics and low weight. They have an anti-corrosion coating, therefore, self-cutting of ebbs is unacceptable. Such strips are overlapped.

Concrete models are cast from durable (grade not less than M450) cement with the addition of river sand, plasticizers. Raw materials are poured into silicone molds. After hardening, a strong frost-resistant element is obtained, which is fixed to a special solution at the border of the facade and the basement.

The most expensive are clinker ebbs, which have not only high strength (comparable to porcelain stoneware), but also low moisture absorption, as well as exquisite design.

Installation of an ebb tide depends on its type, as well as the structural features of the building and the material of the walls.

For example, clinker and concrete sills are not suitable for wooden walls, since they are attached with glue. Lacking sufficient adhesion, the wood simply will not withstand the tides. Metal options with self-tapping screws remain available.

Concrete and ceramic elements are usually installed at the stage of cladding the facade and basement. Fastening them starts from the corner; to fix the element, glue for external work on stone and brick is used. After gluing the ebb, the joints of its adhesion to the wall surface are sealed using silicone sealant. After it dries, the installation of the ebb is considered complete, you can proceed to the facing work.

If there is a need to fix the drips on the lined surfaces, it remains to use only metal or plastic structures. Their installation also starts from the corners, for which special corner pieces are purchased.

The next stage will be the finishing of all protruding architectural elements, and already between them, on a flat surface, planks are installed. Fastening is carried out on self-tapping screws (to the wall) and dowels, nails (fixed to the protruding part of the base). The resulting joints are filled with silicone sealant or putty.

The installation of ebbs is preceded by careful sealing of the joints between the wall and the basement. Water repellent sealants are well suited for these purposes.

The next step is to mark the wall and determine the highest point of the basement part. A horizontal line is drawn from it, along which the ebb will be set.

Subtleties of installation

Do-it-yourself plinth cladding is a simple process. But to obtain a high-quality result, the sheathing technology should be observed:

• The surfaces to be treated must be level and clean. All protruding parts should be beaten off, a self-leveling solution should be poured into small recesses. Close large cracks and gaps with cement mortar, having previously reinforced the surface.
• The use of primers is mandatory. They will improve the adhesion of materials, and also prevent the material from absorbing moisture from the adhesive.
• Some materials need preliminary preparation before using outside the house. So, it is recommended to additionally protect the artificial stone with a water-repellent composition, and keep the clinker tiles in warm water for 10-15 minutes.

• The use of special corner elements allows you to beautifully veneer the corners. In most cases, installation begins with their installation.
• All metal surfaces must be made of stainless steel or have an anti-corrosion coating.
• If you decide to sheathe the base with clinker, remember that the material itself has a high thermal conductivity. The use of a special gasket placed at the joints of the internal heat-insulating material allows to prevent the appearance of cold bridges.
• It is permissible to decorate the facade with plinth material, if the strength of the foundation allows. However, it is impossible to do the opposite, using facade tiles or siding for facing the basement.

Waterproofing

One of the mandatory stages of lining the basement is its waterproofing, which is carried out using horizontal and vertical methods. The first is aimed at protecting the walls from moisture, the second - provides waterproofing of the space between the foundation and the plinth. Vertical insulation, in turn, is subdivided into internal and external insulation.

For external protection against moisture, roll-on coating and injection materials and compositions are used. Lubricating insulation is performed using semi-liquid compositions based on bituminous, polymer, special cement coatings applied to the base.

The advantage of the compositions is the low price and the ability to apply to any type of surface. However, such a waterproofing layer is not resistant to mechanical stress and requires frequent renewal.

Roll materials can be glued to the surface (thanks to bitumen mastics) or fused (a burner is used, under the influence of which one of the layers of the roll is melted and fixed to the base).

Roll materials have an affordable price, they are easy to install, the process does not take much time. However, with regard to the mechanical strength of roll waterproofing, there are also more reliable options, for example, innovative injection technology.

It involves the treatment of a moistened base with special deep penetration impregnations. Under the influence of water, the components of the composition are transformed into crystals that penetrate into the pores of concrete to a depth of 15-25 cm and make it waterproof.

Today, the injection method of waterproofing is the most effective, but at the same time also expensive and laborious.

The choice of waterproofing material and the type of its installation for external surfaces is determined by the used facing material.

Insulation

Laying insulation on the outer part of the basement goes 60-80 cm underground, that is, the thermal insulation material is superimposed on the walls of the foundation located underground. To do this, a trench of the specified length with a width of 100 cm is dug along the entire facade.

The bottom of the trench is equipped with a drainage system to eliminate the risk of the thermal insulation material getting wet under the influence of groundwater.

When the facade is wet finished, a layer of bitumen-based mastic or more modern liquid waterproofing is applied to the reinforced insulation. After this layer has dried, the cladding elements can be fixed.

When organizing a hinged system, the heat-insulating material in the sheets is hung on the waterproofed surface of the base. A windproof membrane is applied over the insulation, after which both materials are screwed to the wall at 2-3 points. Poppet-type bolts are used as fasteners. The attachment system does not involve digging a trench.

The choice of insulation and its thickness are determined by climatic conditions, the type of building and the cladding used. An available option is extruded polystyrene foam. It demonstrates high levels of thermal insulation, moisture resistance, and has a low weight. Due to the flammability of the insulation, its use requires the use of a non-combustible basement finish.

For the organization of ventilated systems, mineral wool is used (it needs a powerful hydro and vapor barrier) or expanded polystyrene.

When using thermal panels with a clinker surface, they usually do without additional insulation. And under the tile is attached polystyrene, polyurethane or mineral wool insulation.

Cladding

The features of the plinth finish depend on the selected material. The easiest option is to apply plaster.

An important point - regardless of the type of material, all work is carried out only on prepared, clean and dry surfaces!

The dry plaster mixture is diluted with water, kneaded thoroughly and applied in an even layer to the surface, leveling with a spatula. If you have artistic skills, you can emboss the surface or make the characteristic bumps and grooves that mimic stone cover. A similar effect can be achieved using a special mold. It is applied to a fresh layer of plaster, pressing against the surface. By removing the form, you get a base for the masonry.

However, even without these frills, the plastered and painted base is reliably protected and attractive enough.

You can paint a layer of plaster after it is completely dry.(after about 2-3 days). The surface is preliminarily sanded. For this, acrylic paint is used. It is suitable for outdoor use and allows surfaces to breathe. It is permissible to use coloring compositions based on silicone, polyurethane. It is better to refuse enamel analogs, they are not vapor-permeable and environmentally hazardous.

The concrete finish of the base is more reliable. In the future, the surfaces can be painted with paints on concrete or decorated with vinyl panels, tiles, and brickwork.

This process is quite simple. First, a reinforcing mesh is fixed on the plinth (usually it is fixed with dowels), then the formwork is installed and concrete mortar is poured. After hardening, it is necessary to remove the formwork and proceed with further finishing.

Facing with natural stone due to its large mass, it requires strengthening the base. To do this, a reinforcing mesh is stretched on its surface, and plaster is performed on top of it with concrete mortar. After drying, the concrete surface is primed with a deep penetration compound.

Now stones are "set" on a special glue. It is important to immediately remove excess protruding glue. The use of beacons is optional, since the material still has different geometries. After waiting for the glue to completely harden, start grouting.

Installation of artificial stone is generally similar to that described above.

The only difference is that the stages of additional reinforcement of the basement are skipped. There is no need to strengthen it, since artificial stone is much lighter than natural.

Clinker tiles also glued to a completely flat base / plinth surface or solid battens. However, to maintain the same inter-tile space, assembly beacons are used. If they are absent, you can install a rod with a circular cross-section, the diameter of which is 6-8 mm. Laying starts from the corner, going from left to right, from bottom to top.

To organize the outer corners, you can join tiles or use special corner pieces. They can be extruded (hard right angles) or extruded (plastic analogs, the bending angle of which is set by the user).

After the glue has set, you can start filling the joints between the tiles. The work is carried out with a spatula or using a special tool (similar to those in which sealants are produced).

Siding plinth slabs are attached only to the crate. It consists of metal profiles or wooden bars. There are also combined options. In any case, all elements of the frame must have moisture resistant characteristics.

Brackets are installed first. Sheet heat-insulating material is placed in the space between them. A waterproof film is preliminarily laid under it, a windproof material is laid on top of it. Further, all 3 layers (heat, hydro and windproof materials) are fixed to the wall with dowels.

At a distance of 25-35 cm from the insulation, a lathing structure is installed. After that, the siding panels are attached with self-tapping screws. Additional strength of the connection is provided by the locking elements. That is, the panels are additionally snapped together. Corners and other complex elements of the plinth are designed using additional elements.

Porcelain stoneware slabs also require the installation of a metal subsystem. The fixing of the tiles is carried out thanks to special fasteners, the compatible halves of which are located on the profiles and on the tiles themselves.

Despite the strength of porcelain stoneware, its outer layer is very fragile. This should be taken into account during installation - minor damage will not only reduce the attractiveness of the coating, but also the technical properties of the material, primarily the degree of resistance to moisture.

Flat slate fixed to the wooden subsystem using self-tapping screws. The installation starts from the corner, and upon completion of the cladding, the corners of the basement are closed with special iron, zinc-coated corners. Immediately after that, you can start painting the surface.

When cutting slate, it is important to protect the respiratory system, since at this moment harmful asbestos dust hovers around the workplace. It is recommended to cover the material with a layer of antiseptic before installation.

• When choosing the option for finishing the basement, it is better to give preference to thick-layer, wear-resistant materials. First of all, these are natural and artificial stone, clinker and porcelain stoneware tiles.
• In addition, the material must be moisture resistant and durable. As for its thickness, in most cases, you should choose the maximum (as far as the foundation and the surface of the basement allow). For regions with harsh climatic conditions, as well as buildings in places of high humidity (a house by the river, for example), this recommendation is especially relevant.
• If we talk about affordability, then plaster and cladding will be cheaper than other options. However, plastered surfaces have a shorter lifespan.

• If you do not have a sufficient level of skill or have never done stone or tile cladding, it is better to entrust the work to a professional. From the first time, it is unlikely that it will turn out flawlessly to perform the cladding. And the high cost of materials does not imply such "training" on it.
• When choosing any material for cladding, give preference to well-known manufacturers. In some cases, you can save money and purchase domestically produced tiles or panels. Definitely, you can do this by purchasing plaster mixes. They are of sufficient quality from Russian manufacturers. It is better to buy clinker tiles from German (more expensive) or Polish (more affordable) brands. Domestic ones usually do not meet the high requirements for the reliability of tiles.

Beautiful examples

The use of stone and brick in the decoration of the basement gives the buildings monumentality, good quality, makes them respectable.

Painting and plastering of surfaces is usually used for small in height (up to 40 cm) plinths. The shade of the paint is usually darker than the color of the facade.

One of the latest finishing trends is the tendency to "continue" the plinth, using the same material for the lower part of the façade.

You can highlight the basement of the building with color using siding panels. The solution can be gentle or contrasting.

As a rule, the shade or texture of the basement is repeated in the decoration of the facade elements or the use of a similar color in the design of the roof.

You will learn how to independently finish the basement of the foundation with facade panels from the following video.

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After all, only correctly selected materials and their combination with each other will give the facades completeness and make them beautiful. Consider finishing options from various materials on the construction market.

A plinth is a part of the outer wall that sits at the foot of the building and encloses the underground space of the house. In some houses it is an independent element erected above the foundation, in others it is a part of the foundation itself, which protrudes above the ground level (strip foundations). In both cases, he needs protection.

The basement can be sunken, protruding, or be in the same plane with the walls of the house.

The most reliable is the sunken, it is easier to protect it from mechanical and weather influences, there is no need to arrange a drain. From an aesthetic point of view, a building with such a plinth is more attractive.

Protruding plinth arrange in houses with thin walls, for example, frame or chopped, as well as in the event that the house has a warm underground. With such a device, a drain installation is additionally required to remove atmospheric precipitation.

It is not advisable to arrange the plinth flush with the wall. In this case, it is more difficult to perform waterproofing.

But whatever the basement of your house, it must be well protected with a layer of waterproofing. From the point of view of economy in the further operation of the building, it is better to make it from reliable materials that do not need additional decorative finishing (monolithic concrete, fired brick, stone). It is enough to grout and paint the basement of the monolith foundation.

How to decorate the basement of the house if you want its appearance to be more attractive? We propose to consider several options.

Finishing the foundation of the house with decorative plaster

Decorative plaster (however, like many facing materials) is applied to a previously prepared surface: cleaned and primed. Before applying some types of plaster, a mineral-based reinforcing mass is used.

If the basement has significant irregularities and geometric deviations, as well as in cases where the plaster layer exceeds 12 mm, a reinforcing mesh is attached before applying the decorative composition to increase the strength of the plaster mortar and its better adhesion to the base. The mesh can be woven, welded, braided.

If the thickness of the plaster layer is small, a fiberglass mesh can be used. Any reinforcing mesh used prevents the plaster from cracking during further use of the house.

The applied decorative layer can be smooth, rough, made with joining or using impressions for various materials. For this purpose, special rollers and dies are used. The finishing layer of the plastered surface is often various facade paints.

Decorative finishing of the basement of the house with facing materials

A wide variety of materials are used for cladding: porcelain stoneware, clinker tiles, natural facing stone, siding, profiled sheet. The main thing is that the chosen material is in harmony with the facades and roofing material.

Porcelain stoneware has increased durability, frost resistance and wear resistance, as well as decorative properties.

The plinth faced with porcelain stoneware tiles looks great in combination with the porch, which is finished with the same material. The porcelain stoneware foundations are more restrained.

Clinker tiles are very decorative, creates the feeling of a plinth lined with clinker bricks. But since the brick itself is a rather expensive building material, finishing with clinker panels will save money, while the lined element will not look cheap.

In addition, with the help of such a tile, you can decorate not only the basement, but also part of the walls or corners of the building. Natural shades of clinker tiles are perfectly combined with natural tiles and many other roofing materials.

Clinker tiles (as well as porcelain stoneware tiles) can be glued onto a frost-resistant adhesive or mounted on a special frame system (when installing a ventilated facade). The second method of the base device is more expensive than the first, but the most reliable. In addition, insulation can be performed between the frame and the wall.

The tiles are glued according to the principle of laying any other ceramics, the only difference is that the ground level is variable along the perimeter of the building. In this connection, we calculate the number of rows (based on the width of the tiles and the thickness of the intended seams), measure out the line of the second row from the bottom, draw a horizontal line, for convenience we mount the starting auxiliary bar.

After laying the tiles, it is necessary to seal the joints with a mortar for jointing, which is special for outdoor use.

Facing stone natural and artificial- another decorative material for finishing the basement of the building.

Natural stone is very strong and environmentally friendly, durable and beautiful. This is perhaps the most ancient building material.

Granite, marble, sandstone, used in the exterior and interior decoration of the house, speaks of the high status of the owner, as it is the most expensive material. Natural stone is laid on a cement mortar.

Alternative - artificial finishing stone for those who do not see their facade with a different material, and it is not possible to acquire a natural one.

Artificial stone is produced with imitation of various rocks and a rich color palette. Its weight is much lower than natural stone, which facilitates the installation process.

Plastic panels (PVC) imitating various materials (stone, brick, wood) have also become widely used in the decoration of the basement and facades in general. But basement siding differs from the facade composition. It is more resistant to mechanical damage.

Modern siding panels for outdoor decoration can withstand both very low (-50 o C) and very high (+60 o C) temperatures, therefore they are used with great success for finishing work.

Installation of panels is carried out along guides (vertical or horizontal), panels are joined together using grooves and ridges. On sale you can find large and small-sized PVC cladding elements.

It is possible to decorate the foundation of the house from the outside with galvanized or polymer-coated profiled sheets. This type of finish is economical and easy to install. The foundation will be reliably protected from external influences and will serve for a long time.

All types of finishes are good, choose your option, but do not forget that the chosen material should not stand out from the general picture. Harmony can be achieved only if all materials - from the basement to the roof - are combined with each other.

The basement of the house performs not so much a decorative function as a practical one. In many cases, it serves to reduce heat loss (it is specially insulated), and also prevents the spread of atmospheric and underground moisture to the walls of the house. It also transfers the load from the walls to the foundation - if the foundation is strip or slab. Therefore, the cladding of the basement of the house should be not only beautiful, but also functional. In accordance with this task, the finishing material is also selected.

When to start finishing the plinth

It is best to finish the basement after the blind area has been made around the house. In this case, the finishing material will hang over the track. As a result, even the most oblique rain or streams of water flowing down the walls will not be able to get between the wall and the blind area - water enters the path at a distance of several centimeters from the junction. Namely, it is through this junction that water penetrates to the foundation, bringing dampness and other problems.

You need to start facing the basement of the house after the blind area has been made around the house

One more point. Many are thinking about whether to insulate the basement or not. If you want to save on heating, the answer is to insulate it, as well as the blind area. The unit for warming and facing the basement - one of the options - is shown in the photo below.

When installing an insulated basement, EPSP plates are laid for finishing

When using the basement floor as a residential one, there are no questions about insulation, since the answer is unambiguous - of course, to insulate. But even if you don't have a subfloor, heating costs will be much lower and the floor in your home will be much warmer.

How to veneer the basement of the house

There are a lot of materials for finishing the basement. The main requirements are moisture resistance, frost resistance, strength. The following materials meet these requirements:

• Natural stones (flagstone) sawn into plates or chipped, the so-called "torn stone":
  • sandstone (plastushka);
  • granite;
  • marble;
  • slate;
  • dolomite;
  • shugnit.
• Small cobblestone.
• Large river pebbles.
• Clinker tiles (clinker bricks).
• Paving slabs.
• Porcelain stoneware.
• Finishing brick.
• Facade panels, basement siding, PVC panels (these are all names of one material).
• Plaster (decorative and "under a fur coat").
• Decking.

Some of them cost a lot, some are insignificant, but all of them can be used. They choose the material based on financial capabilities and previously used finishing materials - an aesthetic component also plays an important role. The technologies for finishing plinths with different materials will be discussed.

Preparation and insulation

First of all, if the existing base is uneven, its surface is leveled with plaster. The mortar for plastering the basement is used cement-sand: for 1 part of cement (Portland cement M 400), 4 parts of clean building sand, preferably river sand, are taken. For greater plasticity, you can add a little lime or liquid soap (50-80 g per bucket of solution). The solution should be of medium thickness so as not to crawl off the wall. There is another option - to use a special composition. For example, such as in the video.

If then the laying of tiles, stone or other similar material follows, after leveling the mortar, notches are made on its surface with the tip of a trowel (spatula). They are applied in the form of a grid over the entire surface. These shallow grooves will provide the necessary support for the finish.

If the base is insulated, notches are not needed. EPS (extruded polystyrene foam) or polystyrene boards are glued directly to the plastered surface. They are lightweight and adhere well to glue. Their surface is coated with diluted tile glue and pressed against the plaster. Finishing materials are then attached to the surface prepared in this way.

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Painting, plaster and "fur coat"

In principle, if the plaster is well leveled, after the mortar has dried, the surface can be painted and it will stop there. This is an inexpensive but viable option. If the paint was taken from the front, which is intended for use on the street, for a couple of years the base will look good. Then you will have to remove the old paint and paint again - to maintain the appearance.

The next way is to apply a layer of decorative on top of ordinary plaster. And again, choose those formulations that are intended for external use. They can be tinted in the desired color or take colored ones. The only drawback is that the plasters are often porous and you have to brush off the splashes of dirt that get on the walls during bad weather with a brush, and sometimes with a detergent.

Types of decorative plaster for finishing the basement: beautiful and relatively inexpensive

Until now, in some localities, the method of finishing the basement "under a fur coat" is popular. This is when the solution is applied not in an even layer, but in small fragments. Previously, they did it with a broom of twigs. They dipped it in a liquid solution, hit the stick with the handle so that the spray flew onto the wall. This is how they made a "fur coat" - a finish with a torn surface. Today there are special plastering machines powered by a compressor. With their help, such a finish is easier to make.

Decorating the basement of a house using materials in the form of slabs or tiles is technologically more difficult. To prevent it from falling off, you need to know some subtleties.

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How to fix porcelain stoneware or clinker tiles

If heavy materials such as porcelain stoneware or clinker bricks are simply planted on glue, on a plastered surface with grooves, they may adhere normally. And they can even stand for a while. Even for several years. But then they will begin to fall off along with the solution. Especially in places where there are no grooves or they are not deep enough. To improve adhesion, an impregnation layer can be applied to improve adhesion (adhesion), but this is not a guarantee, especially if the material is heavy.

The same picture will be if the materials are glued directly to the insulation. The surface is smooth, easy to glue. But after a while, the finish will drop. Faster than a plastered surface. The video is about this.

To prevent this from happening, it is necessary to fix a metal painting net, preferably galvanized. It is fastened with dowels, putting a piece of galvanized steel on the dowel-nail, the size of which is larger than the size of the cell. Fastened at the top, bottom and staggered in the middle. It turns out a reliable basis for material of any weight.

The glue is applied to the base and tiles. On the tile, remove with a notched trowel, put it in place, tapping the handle of the trowel, put it in place, leveling the plane. The distance between the tiles is maintained using crosses, only their thickness is taken significant 3-5 mm.

In general, the laying technology is similar to laying tiles. The only difference is that the glue must be special for outdoor use. The second difference: finishing materials for the basement begin to be laid from below: they are heavy and need support. You lean on the bottom row on the blind area, on it - the second, etc.

Decorating the basement of the house with natural stone (shell, granite, dolomite, slate)

No matter how attractive the artificial shiny surfaces may seem, the rough stone for some reason evokes great sympathy. But laying a foundation made of rubble is difficult and not everyone can do it so well that a house can stand on it. But anyone can decorate the finished monolithic or prefabricated foundation with natural stone with their own hands, especially if at least part of the house construction work was done personally.

It is clear that no one will fix whole stones: the finish will be too heavy, and very voluminous. Therefore, they invented a stone to slab or chop. Depending on the technology, either an even "flagstone" is obtained - with almost flat surfaces, or a "torn stone" with an uneven face. Sometimes these materials are cut into identical rectangles, sometimes they are left in the form of uneven plates, but in any case, this is a natural stone and the finish of the basement of the house from it turns out to be beautiful and waterproof.

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There is this material made from expensive stones, for example - marble, there is cheaper - slate, dolomite, shugnite, lemesite, granite, etc. They look very impressive. Especially if it is a torn stone, although flagstone sometimes looks no worse.

Part of the offer of natural finishing stone in a specialist store

The preparation of the surface will be exactly the same: it is best to fill a painting net on the plastered base, and on it, lay the stone plates on the glue. If they are even - a natural stone with processed edges - the laying technology will repeat one to one the one described above.

If the stone has ragged edges, finishing the basement of the house becomes more difficult: it is necessary to select plates of such a shape so that the seams are not too large. When using this option for a finishing stone, a grinder with a stone disc will be needed: most likely, you will have to file the plates of the lower and upper rows. Correction will also be needed when shaping the corners. See the video for an example of such technology.

There is a second way. The plastered surface of the base is first coated with a compound to improve adhesion (adhesion), then fragments of the finish are installed on it on the glue. They are fixed in a given position using cuttings of the same stone or pieces of materials of the required size. The seams remain unfilled. After the glue has "grabbed", the seams are filled with a thin solution from a construction syringe, rubbing and vomiting as necessary.

In any case, the glue that gets on the finish must be removed in a timely manner. It will be very difficult to do this with a frozen one, and the glue looks far from attractive.

Sometimes, for a clearer pattern, the seams between the stone plates are painted with dark paint. Then the surface is covered with a protective impregnation. It gives the stone a light sheen and also often increases its water repellency.

For an example of cladding a basement with natural stone using the second technology, see the following video.

About the cladding of the house with siding is written here.

Facing with a boulder or small cobblestone

You don't have to buy a boulder or cobblestone. It can be collected on a river or on a pebble beach on the sea. Rolled stones are chosen flatter - round ones are more difficult to "mount". The operating procedure and all other subtleties are almost the same as in the case of natural stone finishing. The only difference is that these stones must be washed in water with detergent before use. Firstly, the water in our bodies of water can have oils and they need to be removed, and secondly, they can be in clay or algae, which can cause the finish to fall off.

To make everything look organic, you can first lay out the "picture" of the cobblestones on the path next to the place where you will cover the basement. They have different shades and their random combinations are not always attractive. Having laid out everything side by side, you will have an idea of ​​what will turn out as a result.

Watch the video about the features of finishing the basement with cobblestones.

How to install plastic (PVC) plinth panels

This type of finish is called differently: basement or facade panels, basement siding. They have a varied appearance: for different types of stone, tiles, bricks.

To install PVC panels on the plinth, you need to assemble the frame. It is made from a wooden bar 50 * 50 mm. Since the finish will be outdoors, the wood must be protected with impregnations that prevent rotting and protect from pests.

A very important above-ground part of the foundation and the lower part of the outer walls of the building is the plinth. It not only has a decorative function, but also acts as the basis on which the building stands, serves to protect it from moisture and cold penetration. The cladding protects the basement level from the influence of various external influences. Thus, the choice of facade materials for finishing a basement in a private house is a matter of not only aesthetics, but also safety. Consider the most popular methods for finishing the base in this article.

Most of the foundation of the building is hidden from view, however, a part of this supporting structure, called the basement, usually protrudes above the ground level. When planning construction work, it is worth considering that if there is a basement with a height of less than 40 cm, it will be difficult to equip reliable waterproofing of the walls. Plinths are usually erected from stone or brick, concrete slabs, and are also poured from reinforced concrete. The stone basement looks quite aesthetically pleasing and solid, while it does not need further cladding, in other cases it will need to be additionally finished with a suitable material. It should be noted that these works are carried out not only to decorate the building. For cladding the basement, facade materials with a significant margin of safety should be used, since they are required to perform protective functions. Together with the plinth itself, its cladding carries a functional load - it takes on the load from the wall structures of the building and distributes it to the foundation of the building. In this case, it is required that it withstand pressure and protect the basement of the building from the effects of negative external factors - temperature drops, precipitation, high humidity. Types of basement structures There are several basic structures of the basement - it can be arranged flush with the building, protrude or sink against the surface of the walls. Most often, private houses are equipped with a protruding or flat basement part, although sinking ones are less susceptible to the influence of precipitation and can last longer. In the presence of a sinking base, it is easy to hide the waterproofing, equip it with reliable insulation and revet the structure with any suitable materials. If the house does not have a basement, the finishing materials of the basement of the building also perform supporting functions and take up the pressure of the ground, while maintaining the safety of the entire structure to some extent. If a cellar or basement is present, the plinth cladding helps to increase the heat-shielding properties of the basement level, since in the presence of a cold plinth, a significant part of the heat will leave the building. If a basement is provided in the building, or if the walls of the building are not thick enough, it is most advisable to equip a protruding basement with ebb, since this structure will provide additional thermal insulation for the building. The least successful is the construction of the basement, located flush with the outer wall - in the presence of thin walls, in such cases the appearance of condensation and dampness inside the premises cannot be avoided. Plinth finishing materials Thus, it is necessary to select a material for finishing the basement with the following performance characteristics: reliable adhesion to the surface of the base structure, as well as strength to mechanical damage and wear resistance; low thermal conductivity to protect the building from heat loss; vapor permeability, as well as low hygroscopicity - it is required that the finish prevents moisture from penetrating into the foundation and wall structures. For front finishing, it is important to avoid moisture transfer. In order to avoid the appearance of condensation, drips, freezing and peeling of the plinth lining, it will be necessary to use a material that will provide protection from moisture and at the same time will not interfere with the outflow of steam from the premises. Various facade materials meet the stated requirements. Currently, the following cladding materials are most popular for finishing the basement: various types of siding; natural or artificial stone; clinker tiles, polymer sand, resin-based or stone; PVC panels; profiled sheet; special plaster coatings (decorative, including mosaic, plaster). When choosing the most suitable finishing method, it is worth considering compatibility with the materials of the base of the structure. For example, a facade paint that is suitable for a brick plinth should not be applied to a concrete base. Plastering the plinth The simplest and most affordable way to finish the basement is to plaster it. Nevertheless, such a cladding has several drawbacks - it is not very durable, and besides, it does not look very aesthetically pleasing. Under mechanical stress, the plaster tends to crumble, in addition, it is not very effective as protection of the basement level and foundation from the adverse effects of the external environment. Nevertheless, due to its availability, the method of plastering the basement has gained wide popularity. Replacing ordinary plaster with a decorative variety (for example, waterproof resin with a fine mosaic effect), you can significantly improve the appearance of the basement level. The decorative finish of the base / plinth allows you to give it a more aesthetic appearance. After applying the plaster, it can be painted over. In addition, using a rasp, it is easy to give the surface of freshly applied plaster the effect of brickwork, paint the plinth and highlight the seams with a contrasting color. The plastered plinth can be further revetted with finishing material to your liking. Base / plinth finishing with special coatings As a reliable protection for the basement level, you can choose special coatings for finishing the basement. These include: facade paints that are highly resistant to weathering; special plastering compounds. These finishing materials are conveniently applied to the surface, but not too durable. Nevertheless, they provide high-quality protection of the base from external influences. Siloxane plaster has proven itself well - this finishing material is permeable to steam, provides reliable insulation from moisture (including at temperature extremes), perfectly masks the unevenness of the treated surface. This mixture is applied to a surface reinforced with a metal mesh, the coating can be painted on top. Plinth finish with brick and stone Traditionally, the basement level of buildings is finished with bricks. This cladding is strong and durable. Its disadvantages include the high cost compared to more modern finishing methods (for example, siding and tiles), as well as the occurrence of a significant additional load on the building facade. Clinker tiles imitating brickwork are very popular. The choice of this material makes it possible to significantly reduce the cost of finishing the basement level - and also, importantly, to reduce the weight load on the supporting structures. Natural stone as a material for facing a concrete monolithic or slab basement is practically out of competition. The stone finish of the base provides the most durable, robust and durable finish that looks solid and presentable for many years. According to your taste and the allocated amount, you can choose different types of stone for finishing the basement level of the building - status marble or granite, as well as cheaper sandstone, cobblestone or flagstone. Natural stone provides environmental safety and has a unique pattern that cannot always be imitated in artificial materials. The disadvantages of such a lining of the basement include its high cost, as well as the significant weight of the material and the laboriousness of laying. As an alternative to this natural material, you can successfully use its artificial counterparts made of concrete with the addition of chemical and organic fillers and dyes. Modern technologies make it possible to obtain frost-resistant, durable and reliable, moisture-resistant facing material that imitates various types of natural stone (shapeless or regular shape). This finish looks great on building facades and is resistant to various types of external influences. This type of plinth cladding is distinguished by its lower weight compared to natural stone, as well as an affordable price. Finishing the basement with siding and clapboard For finishing the basement level of buildings, clapboard and block house are used. Finishing made of wood in the form of thin boards (lining), as well as thin rounded slats of the block house, provides high-quality sound insulation, favorably with naturalness, and also at an affordable price. At the same time, the plinth trim made of wood has tangible drawbacks - mention should be made of the susceptibility to rotting due to negative weather influences, damage by insects - in order to avoid such consequences, it will be necessary to use special antiseptic compositions. The wood plating of the basement will require regular maintenance at least once every six months. For cladding the basement of buildings, special types of siding are also used. Such a finish is vapor-permeable, lightweight and easy to install, does not require special maintenance, is characterized by reliability and durability (its service life reaches 50 years). In this case, it is necessary to choose siding for the basement. This material differs from the usual wall manufacturing technology and its characteristics; it contains special strengthening additives. Thus, the plinth trim with siding can withstand significant loads. It is easy to choose basement panels of various textures (including stone or wood), in various colors. This finishing material can be installed in any weather, it is characterized by resistance to various weather and mechanical influences, is not subject to corrosion and fading, effectively protects the foundation from moisture penetration. Smooth siding panels are easy to install and do not need to be painted in the future. Metal siding is a non-combustible facing material, does not fade and is resistant to corrosion, is not demanding of maintenance and allows the structure to "breathe". Vinyl siding is a non-toxic and non-combustible finishing material that is resistant to various weather conditions, insect attacks, as well as the appearance of fungus and mold. With this modern finish, it is easy to give the plinth a neat look. Plinth trim with PVC panels and profiled sheet PVC panels for external walls with imitation of brickwork or mosaic plaster can be purchased in a wide range of shades. This finishing material is characterized by resistance to various weather influences. Such panels are equipped with a groove-ridge system and weigh a little. Plinth trim panels are easy to install. In private houses, plinth trim with profiled sheet is also widely used. It should be noted that this material is not suitable for finishing the basement level of buildings made of timber or logs, as it corrodes under the influence of high humidity - thus, such a cladding can lead to rotting of the wood of the building. Base / plinth finishing For facing the basement, the following types of tile material are used: clinker tiles - this finish does not absorb moisture and resembles clinker brickwork. The linear dimensions of the tiles resemble brick ones. Nevertheless, the tiles are much thinner (their thickness is within 8-20 mm) and are lightweight. To simplify finishing work, special corner pieces can be purchased; polymer-sand tiles - made of composite material, well-proven for finishing the basement level of buildings. Such a lining of the basement with tiles imitating torn stone or brickwork is distinguished by moisture and frost resistance and is suitable for any climatic zone, is quite plastic, does not form chips and cracks. Since this finishing material is characterized by low weight, it can be used to finish plinths in the presence of any, including the most lightweight supporting structures; resin-based tiles - facing material with a smooth or corrugated surface, imitating sandstone or clinker bricks. Such tiles are distinguished by their low thickness (3 mm), as well as considerable flexibility. When finishing the basement with this material, you do not need to purchase corner elements, since it can be bent as needed. It can also be cut with scissors. Decorating the basement level with your own hands Having decided on the choice of the most suitable material and having prepared the required amount, you can start finishing work. Most of the base / plinth finishes are quite affordable. Depending on the type of building foundations, different plinth cladding technologies can be used. If you have minimal skills, these works are easy to do on your own. When planning the execution of work on finishing the basement with your own hands, you must take into account the following recommendations: it is worth considering that the wooden frame does not differ in durability, therefore, it will require replacement after a few years (in this case, it will also be necessary to repeat the finishing work); finishing the basement of a house made of wood should be carried out after the final shrinkage of the building. In the presence of a pile foundation, you will first need to build a frame fixed on the piles of wooden bars or a galvanized metal profile, on which it is later necessary to lay a heat-insulating and then moisture-insulating finishing material; the surface of a brick or concrete base must be prepared by removing stains, dust and dirt. It must be even - therefore, if necessary, you should knock down the protruding clods and fill the existing recesses with a special solution. Next, you will need to apply a waterproof deep penetration primer. Depending on the choice of finishing material, the following cladding methods are used: facade panels, clinker or stone tiles are "planted" on a special adhesive solution. As a result of using other glue, there is a risk of waiting for the finish to crack and peel off; polymer sand tiles are fixed on a specially constructed crate (in this case, insulation can be performed) or directly on the surface of the base using self-tapping screws; thanks to the convenient tongue-and-groove system, the installation of siding is not difficult. You will need to use a building level to control the horizontal laying of the panels. This finishing material is attached to a pre-installed lathing frame made of a metal profile or directly to the surface of the basement - with the panels fixed on self-tapping screws; natural and artificial stone is laid on a cement-sand mortar or special glue for working with heavy tiles. The space between the trim elements should be filled with a special solution for narrow or wide seams; to securely fix the finishing material on the surface of the protruding basement, it is necessary to install special cornices, otherwise the material may crumble due to adverse weather effects. To protect the finish of the basement from moisture penetration, it makes sense to treat the surface of porous materials with a colorless water-repellent compound (water repellent) - it is applied with a brush or roller. On the surface treated in this way, water will flow without being absorbed into it.

The basement is one of the most important parts of a private house: it is designed to protect the house from deformation, withstanding temperature extremes, as well as numerous climatic precipitations. Therefore, the cladding of the foundation plays an important role in the construction of a house. In this article, we will give instructions on how to finish the basement with our own hands.

Finishing material

For the decoration of the base, the following are most often used:

• Artificial or natural stone.
• Siding.
• Facade tiles or panels.
• Professional sheet.
• Special coatings.

The choice of one or another finishing material is due to both the preference of the owner of the house and his financial situation.

Artificial or natural stone

It is made from a concrete solution using certain dyes, as well as additives that allow the finishing material to withstand temperature extremes. Facing the plinth with artificial stone has a number of advantages:

• Natural stone finish effect.
• Inexpensive cost of finishing materials.
• Long service life of artificial stone due to the increased strength of the material.

Natural stone is much more expensive than artificial, but it itself has a higher strength than artificial. Most often used in decoration:

• Granite.
• River (sea) stone.
• Sandstone.
• Marble.

Siding decoration

Recently, such a finishing material as siding has become increasingly popular. It is a panel made of a pressed polymer composite with the inclusion of various additives that impart strength to the material. Siding has a number of undeniable advantages:

• Increased strength.
• Resistance to various climatic precipitation: rain or snow, and temperature extremes.
• Not picky about leaving.
• Allows installation in any weather on any type of base.

If necessary, you can carry out preliminary work on the insulation of the basement.

Tiles or panels

Tiles or panels for external walls provide a wide opportunity not only for finishing, but also for decorating a private house. Such a finishing material is made of dense concrete with fine pores, which significantly increases the strength characteristics of the tiles. A wide range of colors allows you to choose the right shades, suitable for a given home.

Professional list

Profiled sheets are often used in decoration. However, in no case should it be used if the house is built of wooden beams. Since the profiled sheet is susceptible to corrosion when moisture enters it, it can contribute to the rapid decay of the wooden basement of the house.

Finishing process

Depending on the type of foundation and the chosen finishing material, the finishing technology may vary.

A plinth made of natural stone does not need finishing. However, a concrete or brick foundation requires finishing work. The pile foundation needs a reinforced frame on which the finishing material will be laid. A wooden house cannot be finished until it shrinks.

If a pile foundation was erected during the construction of the house, you first need to build a frame around the basement. For this, both wooden slats and galvanized metal profiles can be used.

Wooden slats are short-lived. Therefore, making a choice in their favor, you need to understand that after a few years you will have to repeat the finishing work together with the replacement of the frame.

The frame is fixed on piles using self-tapping screws. A heat-insulating material is attached to the frame, which is primed with a special moisture-proof finishing material.

A concrete or brick foundation needs preparation: it must be free of dust and dirt; its surface must be leveled with a special solution. Only after that a moisture-proof primer is applied, on which the selected finishing material is subsequently laid.

Each finishing material for the foundation of a private house needs a correct fit on the basement of the building. For example, façade tiles or panels require the use of a certain type of adhesive. Natural or artificial stone is "planted" on a concrete solution. The siding can be attached with both glue and self-tapping screws. Some types of panels or tiles for facade decoration have special grooves and ridges, with the help of which the elements are mounted with each other. In order for the finishing material to hold on to the plinth, it is necessary to support it with the help of special slats or overlays.

If finishing is planned, it should be borne in mind that it is advisable to make the basement a darker color than the main color of the facade. Some materials, for example, natural stone, need additional treatment with moisture-repellent agents, which will extend the service life of this finishing material.

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Video

From this video you will learn how to decorate a plinth with siding.