The technological progress in the construction industry has opened the way to a large number of innovative solutions for improving the quality of the appearance, durability and the energy efficiency in pre-existing historical buildings.
Why should you choose a ventilated façade on an existing building?
The porcelain stoneware ventilated façade is an advanced and versatile solution for modern construction and one of their most interesting applications is undoubtedly the renovation of existing buildings and the upgrading of historical buildings. This is an all-round and highly advantageous solution for the overall increase in the performance of an existing building: from the opportunity to improve the thermal performance of the cladding to the possibility to provide a new appearance to the architectural set-up, the ventilated façade on an existing building is revolutionising the building sector and offering an eco-compatible solution to upgrading historical buildings and pre-existing ones.
But what are the clear advantages of installing a ventilated façade system on an existing building?
- Conservation with aesthetic and architectural restoration: one of the key topics of historical building upgrading is precisely the objective of preserving what already exists using conservation restoration. The choice of porcelain stoneware ventilated façades allows for the application of a second layer of cladding using dry installation with no glue or chemical products. The result is a building with a completely new look, but which preserves the value which comes from its historical importance. A wide range of colours, textures and finishes are on offer to achieve the desired effect, preserving the original aspect or opting for a completely different style.
- Ventilated façade insulation, a key aspect when dealing with energy efficiency in historical buildings: the ventilated façades contribute considerably to providing thermal insulation to buildings, thanks to the cavity created between the old wall and the porcelain stoneware cladding. The technical chamber considerably reduces the transfer of heat from between inside and outside, resulting in a subsequent increase in thermal comfort and a significant increase in energy efficiency in historical buildings. This way it provides a clear energy saving and a reduction on environmental impact, thus collaborating in the construction of a more sustainable world.
- Simplified installation and maintenance: contrary to traditional renovation work, which takes a long time and causes significant interruptions, the installation of a ventilated façade on an existing building is much faster and less invasive, a key factor for buildings which are still in use during the renovation work. Ventilated façades also require very little maintenance over time. Porcelain stoneware preserves its technical and aesthetic features over time, managing to resist bad weather and atmospheric agents. The maintenance work, therefore, becomes a simple matter of cleaning and periodical control, without any need for painting or other aesthetic refurbishment work.
- Real-estate value: the aesthetic and functional transformation which comes about with the installation of a ventilated façade on an existing building can dramatically increase its market value.
Choose a professional to increase the energy efficiency in historical buildings
If you are considering carrying out renovation work or upgrading a building, the ventilated system could be the ideal choice for transforming not only its appearance, but also the thermal and energy performance of your project. Only contact companies specialising in ventilated façade insulation. Contact us to discover how we can help transform an existing building into a modern, efficient and aesthetically surprising structure.
