Wood cladding: what are the benefits for building and renovating façades ?

Wood cladding is already a popular material for renovating houses. Driven by new environmental regulations, timber is becoming increasingly important in new construction. There are many benefits to be had, including a reduced carbon footprint, C0² storage throughout the building's lifetime, exterior appearance, aesthetics, thermal and sound insulation, and ease of installation. When used with bio-sourced building materials, your timber project will not only be environmentally friendly, but will also enhance the appearance of your facades and make them more attractive. Find out more.

The advantages of bio-based materials

Biosourced materials are increasingly in demand in construction projects, a fact that will come as no surprise to anyone. Popular with architects and contractors at construction, positive-energy buildings are in line with the RE2020 regulations and a sustainable development perspective. Wood cladding, a breathable material, is becoming increasingly popular in biosourced construction. Also known as the ecological house or habitat, this new type of construction offers unbeatable thermal and mechanical resistance. And when it comes to saving energy, using bio-sourced materials offers many advantages.

What is a biobased material?

A biobased material, such as wood, is a living material of animal or plant origin. The term therefore refers to products derived from a renewable energy source (wood, straw, hemp, flax or wool, for example). They can be used as raw materials in bioclimatic construction products...

What biobased materials can be used to build or renovate a façade?

Biobased materials used in the construction or renovation of facades are currently those derived from biomass. This means that they are renewable, harmless to the environment and made from materials derived from "living organisms": wood, wool, hemp, cork, cellulose, straw or sawdust.

The advantages of biobased materials: a low carbon footprint and optimum performance

What are the advantages of building with bio-sourced materials?

• In addition to their thermal performance in insulating houses with wood cladding, bio-sourced materials have hydrometric performance to regulate variations in temperature and humidity inside buildings.
• Biobased materials also have the ability to store heat and release it again, for greater comfort in summer.  
• Biobased construction materials are well positioned for the RE2020. They help to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings, thanks to their low energy requirements during the construction phase. What's more, biobased materials, most of which are derived from plant biomass, continue to capture CO² from the atmosphere and store it throughout the building's lifespan, acting as real carbon sinks.
• Another advantage of bio-sourced materials in construction, and by no means the least, is the energy savings they bring to the overall cost of construction, the ease with which they can be used and the durability of the products.

In short, biobased materials offer the advantage of being suitable for both new-build and renovation projects, with controlled implementation in compliance with the RE2020 environmental regulations.

Wood cladding: a biosourced façade solution that promotes carbon storage

Today, wood is the biosourced material that most often comes out on top in eco-construction projects, both for new build and renovation.

What are the advantages of wood cladding in facade construction?

• Building with wood cladding combined with bio-sourced insulation is part of a sustainable development approach that reduces the need for raw materials, energy consumption and CO² emissions.
• Wood cladding offers protection against the elements and provides thermal and acoustic insulation for everyday comfort.  
• In addition to its ecological and technical properties, wood cladding adds an aesthetic touch to facades and ensures durability over time. Despite popular belief, wood cladding is easy to maintain and has the advantage of low maintenance costs.

At Sivalbp, we offer a wide range of bio-based façade solutions that comply with the new RE2020 regulations and promote carbon storage. Find out more about our range of bio-sourced wood cladding solution.