The way in which we design our homes is largely down to our own personal preferences and creative tastes. This applies to the exterior of homes as well as the interior. The colour of paint we choose or the type of surface we decide on is a subjective choice.
However, some options are more popular than others, and in recent times we’ve seen panelling on the external wall of homes become incredibly commonplace. Why is this? We’ve listed a few reasons below. Read on to check them out.
It Looks Great
We all want our homes to look their best. It’s only natural, we want to show them off and wow our family, friends, and neighbours. While much of our focus is on the interior of our homes, that should never mean we neglect the exterior. After all, the exterior is what guests and visitors will see first, and making a good first impression is absolutely essential.
If you want to make a good first impression, installing panelling on the external wall of your home can be one of the best ways to do so. Visit any building merchants, and you’ll see what they’ve got on offer; it comes in various different styles and colours, so you’re sure to find one that catches your eye.
It suits any look
The best part about panelling is that it is entirely customisable. You can go for matching, large, sleek panels or smaller mismatching panels. You can create a pattern or go with a solid colour. There are lots of ideas out there. Have a browse through design catalogues or even Pinterest to get some ideas.
Plus, panelling can suit just about any look you’re going for with your home. If you dream of a rustic cottage in the country, some mismatching rock-look panels can look great for something cosy. Alternatively, the combination of stone and wood panelling that comes in massive smooth slabs brings about images of LA homes with a moat at the entrance and floor-to-ceiling windows.
It’s Easy to Clean
In our busy modern lives, sometimes it can be tough to stay on top of the housework. Cleaning takes time and effort. Who wants to be spending their weekend completing endless household chores?
Brick, stone, or roughcast exterior walls can look good and are durable, but they can quickly accumulate dirt and grime, and given their rough shape, they like to hold onto dirt. Luckily, it doesn’t take a lot to clean them. If you have rough panelling, you might want to break out the pressure washer. Be sure to set it to half power to not damage your home for a quick clean. It’s even easier to clean smooth panelling the same way you might clean a car: with a bucket of warm soapy water and a soft-bristled broom.
Panelling makes for a stylish alternative to the pebbledash and simple brick options that have been popular, or even standard, for so long. Look into panelling to see how you can give your home a new lease on life.