When choosing a suitable façade construction, planners and building owners are often faced with the decision between a compact façade and a ventilated rainscreen façade (VHF). At first glance, the compact façade appears to be more cost-effective, but a closer look reveals this: The VHF offers functional and economic advantages - for planners, building owners and tradesmen alike.
Advantages for planners
Rear-ventilated rainscreen façades offer architects and specialist planners a great deal of creative freedom. As weather protection and thermal insulation function separately, a wide variety of materials, formats and colours can be used - from natural stone and ceramic to metal.
Even complex geometries and façade shapes can be realised without any problems. The rear ventilation layer also increases the physical safety of the building: moisture is efficiently removed, which reduces the risk of structural damage and simplifies compliance with energy requirements.
Added value for building owners
Building owners benefit from the durability and flexibility of the design. Thanks to the modular design, individual components can be easily replaced if necessary - ideal for refurbishments or adaptations.
The VCW also scores highly in terms of energy efficiency: improved thermal insulation means that heating and cooling costs can be permanently reduced. The air circulation in the rear ventilation space also contributes to a pleasant indoor climate - both in summer and winter.
Practical advantages for craftsmen
The VCF is installed in clearly separated work steps and is usually dry - this enables precise work and makes the construction process largely independent of the weather. Especially in uncertain weather conditions, this is a major advantage over compact façades, which are often installed wet.
Adaptations or extensions are also easier to realise with a VHF. In addition, the prefabricated substructure ensures secure and efficient fastening - with less material and tools required.
The Sager façade system
The Sager façade system offers all the advantages of a ventilated façade - combined with comprehensive services. In addition to high-quality system components such as brackets, fasteners, insulation materials and façade membranes, we also offer building physics and structural calculations, plan and parts list preparation and technical advice - all at a flat-rate package price.
Conclusion
The ventilated rainscreen façade combines creative design freedom, technical safety and economic efficiency. It enables flexible planning, increases the longevity of properties and simplifies construction on site. This makes it far more than just an alternative - it is the future-proof solution in modern façade construction.
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