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WHAT IS ZCLAD™?

ZClad Natural Stone Cladding Ltd supplies our natural stone cladding to a diverse range of clients across the country. Get in touch by calling our customer service team to place your order today.

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A FANTASTIC CLADDING SYSTEM MADE FROM NATURAL STONE

ZClad™ is a cladding system made from natural stone. It creates a stylish veneer, whether building a contemporary or traditional design. The panels give a seamless finish for straight walling and cornering making it virtually impossible to detect. A ZClad™ wall can be erected in a fraction of the time taken by conventional methods. 

  

ZClad Natural Stone Cladding Ltd can deliver this anywhere across the UK, with a choice of delivery options. Look below at our FAQs, which will hopefully answer any questions you have. 

OUR FAQS 

  • Are ZClad™ panels made from natural stone?
    Yes, they are made from natural stone to give a more authentic look.
  • What holds ZClad™ natural stone panels together?
    Our ZClad™ natural stone is bonded to a cement base, reinforced with mesh.
  • Is ZClad™ suitable for indoor or outdoor use?
    ZClad™ is suitable for both interior and exterior applications on new or existing buildings. We recommend the use of our Natural Finish Stone Sealer for exterior applications.
  • Is each ZClad™ panel different?
    Yes, each panel is unique in design, colour, blend and texture.
  • Are ZClad™ panels easy to install?
    Yes, specialist skills and training are unnecessary.
  • How do I calculate the quantity needed?
    Flat Walls and Internal Corners - Multiply the length of the wall by the height of the wall, add 10% for cutting and wastage, this will give the quantity required in square metres (m2).   External Corners - These are measured in Linear Metres (1m). A linear metre is the height of the corner to be clad, from the top to the bottom of the section you wish to cover (e.g. from the ceiling to the floor, or the height of a garden wall).
  • What surfaces can ZClad™ be applied to?
    ZClad™ is suitable for use on masonry and concrete surfaces.
  • How are ZClad™ panels laid?
    They should be laid in brick bond style i.e. they must stagger or overlap each other.
  • Are the backs of ZClad™ panels flat?
    Yes, this allows them to be adhered effectively to any masonry wall. 
  • Does ZClad™ supply corner pieces?
    ZClad™ has an innovative design, that enables internal corners to be formed using the same interlocking flat panels. ZClad™ supply specially constructed external corner pieces.
  • What adhesive does ZClad™ recommend?
    We recommend our ZClad™ high performance polymer fortified adhesive which has been independently tested and proved to support the installed kg\m2 weight of a ZClad installation
  • Are ZClad™ panels easy to maintain?
    Yes, ZClad™ panels are robust, easy to keep clean and do not fracture, deteriorate or lose their colour.
  • Do ZClad™ panels need sealing?
    Yes, we recommend our ZClad™ Natural Finish Stone Sealer. Download the application guide. .
  • Can ZClad™ panels be used in wet areas?
    Yes, ZClad™ panels can be used in or near swimming pools, water features, near beach fronts and coastal areas. We recommend the use of our Natural Finish Stone Sealer for wet area situations.
  • Are ZClad™ panels affected by cold weather?
    No, ZClad™ natural stone panels can be used in sub-zero or freeze/thaw conditions with no adverse effect if installed correctly.
  • Are ZClad™ panels affected by heat?
    No, ZClad™ natural stone panels can be used in extreme climates and are also suitable for fireplace surrounds.
  • Will the colours of the stone fade?
    No, the colour of the natural stone used in our ZClad™ panels will usually be enhanced with time.
  • What size are ZClad™ natural stone panels?
    All our ZClad™ Natural Stone panels are 30-45mm thick.  Our standard ZClad™ Natural Stone cladding products are 215mm high x 600mm long (3 pieces per box).  
  • How much do ZClad™ panels weigh?
    1m2 of ZClad™ weighs approx. 85Kgs.
  • How are ZClad™ panels cut?
    ZClad™ panels can be cut with a standard diamond cutter.
  • Do ZClad™ panels require mechanical fixing?
    Yes, above 2 metres we recommend use of the integrated fixing clip.
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STILL NEED SOME HELP? 

We hope you found our guide answered your question, “what is ZClad™”, if you need some additional help call our product experts today on:

01869 220050

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