Top 3 Rainscreen Cladding Systems

Whilst Rainscreen Cladding is often a primary aesthetic feature, metal rainscreen systems are far from a one-size-fits-all solution. But there are some ‘standard’ systems that appear to be more popular than others.

Interlocking Secret-Fix Cassette Rainscreen Cladding

The Benefits of Bailey’s Platinum Modular secret-fix interlocking cassette rainscreen:

  • Hidden fixings and reduced cavity depth
  • Vertical and horizontal applications
  • Robust interlocking joints, making them easy to fit
  • Stunning aesthetics with seamless finish across the façade
  • Greater panel strength at joints
  • Fully fire tested system to BR135 (third edition)

Hook-On Secret-Fix Rainscreen Cladding

The Synergy hook-on secret-fix rainscreen from Bailey is fit for any façade design, featuring:

  • Hidden fixings
  • Hook-on panels, suited to vertical applications
  • Adaptable and scalable to a range of sizes and configurations
  • Easily adjustable after installation
  • Fully fire tested system to BR135 (third edition)

Recessed-Fix, Shadow-Gap Rainscreen Cladding

The flexibility and installation speed of this type of system is epitomised by the Bailey Prima recessed fix, shadow gap rainscreen cladding system, benefitting from:

  • Recessed fixing
  • Easy installation
  • Increased panel widths
  • Standard system or great for bespoke designs
  • Wide range of applications

Often produced in anodised aluminium or powder coated aluminium, all rainscreen panels mentioned perform to A1 or A2 S1 D0 respectively, in accordance with EN13501-1 fire classification.

Bailey Total Building Envelope

Bailey Total Building Envelope was established in 1975 and can offer advice and guidance about any aspect of rainscreen cladding design and manufacture, at whatever level you require. Unison services cover the entire gamut of rainscreen cladding design; manufacturing capabilities include responsible material sourcing, ISO9001/ISO14001, a wide range of metal fabrication, and inhouse Interpon D polyester powder coating. With more than eight standard systems and the capability to do “what others can’t”, Bailey is the brand synonymous with rainscreen cladding. The NBS Chorus specification authoring service is available for all Bailey systems.