Tecos siding: features and benefits
High-quality modern exterior finish combines high performance and decorative properties. Among the rich assortment, siding occupies a special place - it is a low-cost, practical and easy-to-install material. These are the characteristics of the products of the foreign brand Tecos.
Briefly about the manufacturer
The Tecos trademark belongs to the Belgian group TESO company. The manufacturer is constantly working on improving the product and expanding the market. Currently, the Tecos plant is the largest enterprise of the international level. In the production process, the company uses innovative equipment and carefully selected raw materials. And also the invaluable contribution is made by professionals of the highest class.
The foreign company began development in 2004 and after 3 years the first products from the manufacturer appeared on store shelves. During its existence, the brand has always set global quality standards.Each consignment of goods passes careful control on all shocking production. For work on the basis of its own laboratories, high-precision equipment is used. Due to the fact that experts take into account the particular climate of Russia in the manufacture of finishing materials, the products are ideal for Russian consumers.
The main direction of the company - is the manufacture of vinyl siding. Experts have developed a wide variety of collections for every taste.
Description
Today, siding is widespread among Russian buyers. The material is used for cladding of private houses, villas, country buildings and other similar objects. The main task of finishing is to protect the building from the damaging effects of external factors and to improve its appearance. Finishing material from the above manufacturer is made by special coextrusion technology. The technology allows to produce homogeneous panels with different performance characteristics.
The main component is polyvinyl chloride. The result is a reliable, stylish and wear-resistant material that is resistant to various negative factors. The main feature of vinyl siding is layering. Each layer fulfills its individual purpose. Finishing material, made in accordance with high international standards of quality, endures long-lasting loads, keeping its shape and presentable appearance.
Specifications
Vinyl trim from a European manufacturer has the following performance indicators:
- panel dimensions are 3.66 meters long, 0.23 meters wide;
- facade finish under the stone has a length of 3.26 meters and a width of 0.30 meters;
- the soffit has a length of 3.05 meters, and a width of 0.305 meters;
- thickness varies from 0.9 to 1.2 meters;
- packing - from 14 to 18 panels in a pack;
- the weight of one package is 35 kilograms;
- expansion of the finishing material - from 3 to 6.5 millimeters at 49 °.
Merits
The popularity of products from the Belgian manufacturer due to the huge list of advantages.
After analyzing the technical characteristics of the product, reviews of buyers and experts, a list of advantages was compiled:
- a rich assortment of panels - a huge variety of panels differing in color and texture from the choice of buyers;
- long service life of finishing - siding retains beauty and durability for several decades;
- excellent durability and practicality - the material is subject to mechanical damage, stresses and naughty weather conditions, such as rain, wind, hail, direct sunlight, sudden temperature changes, etc.
- reasonable price in comparison with other options of facing;
- due to their low weight, the panels do not load the supporting structure;
- elastic finishing material has a unique ability to regain shape after minor injuries;
- thanks to the simple installation process, you can install the siding yourself;
- the material is completely resistant to fungal infection, rotting and mildew;
- take care of the panels is easy - sometimes it is enough to water the casing with a hose;
- Absolutely safe, environmentally friendly material that does not emit hazardous substances when used.
disadvantages
To fully understand the products,it is necessary to familiarize not only with the merits of the product, but also with its flaws.
The disadvantages of vinyl siding a bit, however, they are available.
- The lining of this type is a combustible material. Open fire will severely damage the lining. When burning siding emits a huge amount of smoke.
- Despite the practicality and strength of the material with strong mechanical loads, the panel may break.
- It is necessary to be as careful as possible during frosts. When the temperature is below zero, the panels become brittle.
- Vinyl sheeting has a high coefficient of thermal expansion. This characteristic must be taken into account when carrying out installation work.
Range
It is worth considering the range of brand Tecos. Each collection is a combination of practicality, reliability, durability and aesthetics.
- Ardennes. The first collection, which is worth dwelling, is named in honor of the mountain range of the Ardennes, which is located on the territory of Belgium. In the manufacturing process, manufacturers copied the texture of wood growing within the boundaries of the above region.Using products from this selection, you can be sure that the house is protected from the vagaries of bad weather and external mechanical effects. In addition to practicality, the company employees took care of the appearance of the panels. The selection attracts attention with a variety of colors and shades. The collection offers customers a variety of colors for every taste, from soft and classic tones to bright colors.
Such options as ivory, vanilla, beige, dark coral and coffee with milk were especially popular.
- Ardennes Acryl. The foreign trademark Tecos first introduced Russian buyers to acrylic and vinyl siding. In the manufacture of products, specialists use the method of co-extrusion. The inner layer of the panel has excellent strength and wear resistance. Each item in the catalog boasts increased resistance to direct sunlight, acid rain, elevated moisture and other destructive environmental factors. Particularly popular positions were awarded: Arabica, Bordeaux and Burgundy.
- Natural wood effect Acrylic. Currently, this collection is the most popular among the rich range of vinyl siding.Like other finishing materials, items from the catalog are made by coextrusion, however, the top layer of the sheet is made of special acrylic polymer. This component has excellent resistance to UV radiation. Representatives of the company use a special method of dyeing, due to which the color of the finishing material is maintained for a long period of operation. Manufacturers paid special attention to the accuracy of imitation of natural wood. Masters managed to copy not only the color of the natural material, but also its unique texture. The collection includes two items: Canadian oak and Lebanese cedar.
Natural stone trim
The decoration for the facade of the building, which is presented in this selection, attracts attention with the texture and color of natural stone. Siding, imitating natural material, will give the building a stylish, original and expressive appearance. In addition to beauty, professionals took care of the technical side of the product. Panels from the collection of Natural wood effect have excellent practicality, durability and long service life.Facing panels are recommended to be used both in the lower part of the building, and throughout the facade of the house.
To create an original exterior design, the trim can be combined with products from other series of vinyl siding.
Reviews
It is worth considering reviews from real buyers and professionals dealing with Tecos brand products. Given the data currently available, it is safe to say that most of the feedback is positive. Consumers have noted the excellent combination of price and quality. Without attention was not left a wide range, attracting the attention of a rich selection of colors. Negative feedback is also available. Some customers have noted that traces of direct sunlight remain on the panels, despite protection from UV exposure. However, one should not deny the possibility that a fake fell into the hands of customers.
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