HPL cladding specification notes for architects
Thickness, fixing systems, joint detailing and fire ratings for specifying exterior HPL cladding on a project.
UV-resistant facades: how HPL sheets hold their colour for 15 years
Why some exterior claddings turn chalky and pale within two summers, and how UV-resistant HPL panels avoid it.
Fire-resistant exterior cladding: what homeowners should know about HPL
What fire-resistant actually means for an HPL exterior sheet, and why it matters more than most homeowners realise.
Is HPL cladding actually waterproof? What the monsoon test shows
We tested exterior HPL sheets against standing water and driving rain. Here is what actually happens to the panel.
Why exterior HPL sheets outlast paint by over a decade
A side-by-side look at why exterior HPL cladding holds up for 15 years while exterior paint needs redoing every 2-3.
Pre-Monsoon Facade Checklist: 12 Checks Before the Rains Arrive
An hour of checking before the rains prevents the damp patches, stains and repairs that show up in August.
Termite-Proof and Rot-Proof Exteriors: Why HPL Solves an Old Problem
Termites cause more damage to Indian homes than most owners realise, and every timber exterior element is a target. HPL simply removes the food source.
UV Coating on HPL Sheets: What It Actually Does
UV coating is the single feature separating a facade that looks new in year eight from one that looks tired in year two.
How to Store and Handle HPL Sheets Before Installation
A surprising share of damaged panels never made it to the wall. Ten minutes of correct site practice protects the whole order.
Expansion Gaps in HPL Cladding: The Detail That Prevents Bowing
Nearly every bowed or cracked cladding panel traces back to one thing: it was not allowed to move. Here is how to get it right.