An exterior facade is the front or outside wall of a building, and is usually the main design feature of a property. Facades can be made from a variety of materials, including:
Brick: A common material for facades
Wood: A popular choice for a warm look
Concrete: A material used to construct facades
Glass: A common material for curtain wall facades, which are non-structural cladding systems
Steel: A material used for panel facades
Stone: A common material for facades that has a long lifespan
Metal: A material used for solid facades that give an industrial look
Facade systems are made up of several components, including:
Wall brackets, Facade anchors, Facade dowels, Vertical profiles, Thermal insulation, Ventilated substructures, and Fastening elements for the cladding.