Mounting the block house with his own hands

Block house appeared not so long ago - the 90s of the XX century. This lumber is similar in construction to the clapboard, but its outer part has a convex shape. This feature allows the lining to create a surface that simulates a log house of logs. Products are processed on milling machines for the manufacture of tongue and groove, so the installation is easy to perform independently. The main raw material for the production of finishing materials are coniferous trees: larch, pine, cedar, spruce. An alternative to an expensive block house made of natural wood are products from polymers and metal. They realistically imitate wood veneer, while being resistant to moisture and microorganisms.

How to choose high-quality lumber

Wooden block house is used for interior and exterior decoration of the house. Among its advantages:

• environmental friendliness;
• attractive appearance;
• vapor permeability.

Depending on the placement of material varying requirements for it. For interior design, boards are taken of a thickness of 20–24 mm and a width of 95–105 mm, varieties “Extra” or A, which are distinguished by the absence of knots and defects. Exterior finish requires a more durable material, the thickness of the boards is 40–45 mm, width - 140–200 mm. More affordable varieties will fit here: AB or B, but there should be no mold, cracks and knots on the material.

Installation of wooden block house

To install the finishing material will need a screwdriver and a hacksaw for cutting boards. Fixation is carried out in two ways: by self-tapping screws and klyaymer.

Using klyimer creates a secure mount, screw or nail can damage the wood, and the clip from galvanized steel accurately fixes the edge of the groove.

Exterior finish is not fixed on the wall, but on the frame of a wooden beam. Between the block house and the surface lay a multi-layer cake:

• a vapor-permeable membrane;
• dare;
• insulation;
• waterproofing;
• block house.

Before mounting the board is treated with antiseptic and antipyrine. Mineral wool is recommended as insulation, which is close to wood in terms of vapor permeability and does not burn. Lining is performed as follows:

1. A vapor barrier film is attached to the wall with clips, and it is glued with aluminum tape at the joints.
2. The fastening of the lathing is made of timber equal to the thickness of the insulation. 50-50 cm sheathing steps. Pre-wood is treated with an antiseptic.
3. Mineral wool is laid between the guides.
4. Insulation covered with plastic wrap to protect from moisture.
5. The second layer of the batten is stuffed, to which the block house is fastened with klyimers, the products are interconnected by inserting a tenon into the groove. When using self-tapping screws, the fastening is screwed into the groove, the fixing step is 40 cm.

Installation of the material begins from the bottom, when installed outside the board, they are placed with the groove downwards, which prevents water from entering the joints.

External corners are made with a special decorative element. For internal joining on the boards, sawing is done at an angle of 45º. Window and doorways are decorated with platbands.

Variety of materials

Among the materials from which the lining is made, metal and polyvinyl chloride. The metal block house is produced as an imitation of rounded logs, while it is superior to a wood product in strength, fire safety and moisture resistance. With numerous advantages, lining loses in appearance analogue of lumber.

Installation of the metal house block is performed on a galvanized profile. Unlike wood, a steel sheet coated with a layer of polyester is insensitive to moisture and does not require antiseptic treatment. The thickness of the material is only 0.5 mm, and the width is 210 mm. The weight of the metal house block is significantly less than that of wooden boards and does not exert a significant load on the foundation. Guides for horizontal mounting finishes are installed vertically. For thermal insulation between the cladding and the wall is placed insulation - mineral wool or extruded polystyrene foam. When fastening the panels, the screws are not fully screwed in, so that the material can move during thermal expansion. For decoration facing using internal and external area, the docking plate.

Vinyl block house has an affordable price and a variety of colors. The panels are resistant to temperature changes, the action of microorganisms and moisture. They are easily mounted and serve up to 50 years. Installation is also carried out on the batten. When attaching the panels between them, gaps of 1–2 mm are left to expand when heated.

Thanks to the finishing of the block house, an attractive architectural style is created, the work does not require serious preparation and special knowledge, it can be done on your own by asking for the help of a partner.

Video

Instructions on the exterior trim of the house, see below: