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Façade Construction

DMC Walling are specialists in all types of facade construction. We supply, install, replace, reclad, and repair building facades on high-rise, medium-rise, and low-rise structures.

SFS Steel Framing System

SFS (Steel Framing System) cladding is a modern, durable solution used in the construction and architectural industries to enhance the exterior of buildings. Comprising a framework of steel studs and rails, SFS cladding provides a robust structure for attaching a variety of cladding materials, such as metal panels, brick, or composite materials. This system offers exceptional strength, weather resistance, and flexibility, making it ideal for both commercial and residential applications.

Key benefits of SFS cladding include:

  • Durability: Steel framing is resistant to corrosion, moisture, and fire, providing long-lasting protection against the elements.
  • Flexibility: SFS systems can accommodate a wide range of cladding materials, allowing for custom designs and finishes.
  • Energy Efficiency: When combined with insulation, SFS cladding can help improve thermal performance, reducing energy consumption.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: The clean, modern finish of SFS cladding can be tailored to fit any architectural style, from contemporary to traditional.
  • Sustainability: Steel is a recyclable material, making SFS cladding an environmentally friendly option for green building projects.

Used extensively in both new constructions and refurbishments, SFS cladding ensures high-performance exteriors with minimal maintenance, creating buildings that are both visually striking and structurally sound.

Rainscreen Cladding

Rainscreen cladding is a high-performance exterior cladding system designed to protect buildings from water penetration while providing an aesthetically pleasing finish. It works by creating a ventilated cavity between the cladding material and the building’s wall structure, allowing air to circulate and helping to shed rainwater before it reaches the underlying wall.

This system typically consists of two key layers:

  1. Outer Cladding Layer – The visible exterior layer, which can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, wood, composite panels, or brick.
  2. Ventilated Cavity – A gap between the outer cladding and the building’s structural wall, allowing for airflow and preventing moisture buildup.

Key Benefits of Rainscreen Cladding:

  • Water Management: Rainscreen cladding helps to keep moisture away from the building’s core by allowing water to drain freely and air to circulate, reducing the risk of damp, mould, and structural damage.
  • Improved Insulation: The air gap in the rainscreen system improves the building’s thermal performance by providing an extra layer of insulation, helping to reduce energy consumption.
  • Enhanced Durability: By protecting the underlying building structure from water ingress, rainscreen cladding increases the lifespan of the building, reducing maintenance costs and preserving the integrity of the wall system.
  • Aesthetic Flexibility: Rainscreen cladding offers a wide range of design options, from sleek metal panels to traditional brick, providing architects and designers with the ability to create unique and visually striking façades.
  • Sustainability: Many rainscreen cladding materials are recyclable and can be sourced from sustainable or eco-friendly options, supporting green building practices.

 

Rainscreen cladding is an ideal choice for both new construction and retrofitting existing buildings. It’s particularly beneficial in areas with high rainfall or extreme weather conditions, where protection against water ingress is critical for long-term building performance.

Rendering

Rendering is the process of applying a protective and decorative layer to the exterior surfaces of buildings, typically made from cement-based mixtures, lime, or synthetic materials. The rendering process involves coating the walls of a structure to provide not only aesthetic appeal but also weather resistance, insulation, and durability. It is commonly used on masonry, brick, or concrete surfaces.

Rendering can be applied in different styles and finishes, offering versatile options for both modern and traditional architectural designs. It can be painted, textured, or smooth, depending on the desired look and performance requirements.

Key Benefits of Rendering:

  • Weather Protection: Rendering helps to protect the building’s structure from the elements, such as rain, wind, and UV exposure. It acts as a barrier to prevent moisture penetration, reducing the risk of dampness and decay in the underlying walls.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Render can transform the appearance of a building, providing a clean, modern finish or a more textured, rustic look, depending on the style and technique used. It can also be coloured or painted to match the desired exterior design.
  • Thermal Insulation: When combined with insulating materials, rendering can improve the thermal performance of a building, helping to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures and reduce energy costs.
  • Durability and Longevity: A well-applied render coat can increase the lifespan of a building’s external surfaces, offering resistance against cracking, peeling, and weathering.
  • Low Maintenance: Unlike other cladding or coating systems, render requires minimal maintenance over time. A periodic clean-up and occasional re-coating can keep it looking fresh and performing well.
  • Versatility: Render can be used on both new construction projects and building refurbishments, providing an adaptable solution for different construction types and architectural styles.

 

Rendering is an essential technique in modern building design, offering both practical benefits and the opportunity for creative expression in exterior finishes. Whether you’re looking to enhance the curb appeal of a home, protect a commercial property, or improve energy efficiency, rendering provides a durable, cost-effective solution.

We are one of the UK’s industry leading external wall insulation and building cladding specialists and can provide you with the appropriate high performing EWI system to suit whatever building type and construction type you are seeking assistance with.

External Wall Insulation Systems (EWIS) have proven increasingly popular over the years as an effective solution for improving both the thermal efficiency and aesthetic appeal of buildings.

Curtain Walling

Curtain walling is a non-structural exterior building system that typically consists of a lightweight framework of metal or other materials, with large panels of glass, stone, metal, or other materials inserted between the frame. It is primarily used in modern commercial and high-rise residential buildings to create a visually striking and functional façade.

Unlike traditional walls, curtain walling does not support the building’s load, which is carried
by the structure of the building itself. Instead, it serves as an outer or protective layer, offering aesthetic appeal, energy efficiency, and weather resistance while allowing for
expansive windows and open views.

Key Benefits of Curtain Walling:

  • Aesthetic Appeal: Curtain walling allows for large, uninterrupted spans of glass, which create bright, open interiors with panoramic views. The clean lines and modern look of curtain walls enhance the building’s architectural design, contributing to a sleek, contemporary appearance.
  • Natural Light: The extensive use of glass in curtain walling maximises natural light penetration into the building, improving interior brightness and reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day.
  • Energy Efficiency: When combined with high-performance glazing and insulation, curtain walls can enhance a building’s thermal efficiency, helping to maintain indoor comfort levels while minimising energy consumption. Advanced glass coatings can also offer solar control, reducing heat gain in warmer climates.
  • Weather Resistance: Curtain walling systems are designed to withstand various weather conditions, including wind, rain, and temperature fluctuations. The use of sealed joints and gaskets ensures the system is airtight, reducing the risk of water ingress and heat loss.
  • Durability and Low Maintenance: Curtain walling systems are typically made from materials like aluminium, which are corrosion-resistant and require minimal maintenance. The materials are also lightweight, reducing the structural load on the building.
  • Flexibility in Design: Curtain walling offers a wide range of design options, from transparent glass to opaque panels, allowing architects to create customised exteriors that align with a building’s aesthetic vision. The system can also accommodate different shapes, sizes, and configurations.

Types of Curtain Walling:

    1. Stick System: The curtain wall is constructed on-site, with individual components (vertical and horizontal mullions) assembled piece by piece. It is typically used for low to mid-rise buildings.
    2. Unitised System: Pre-fabricated panels, including the frame and glazing, are assembled off-site and then installed as large sections. This system is faster and more efficient for high-rise buildings.
    3. Structural Glazing: The glass panels are directly bonded to the frame using a structural adhesive, creating a sleek and seamless look, with minimal visible framing.
    4. Rainscreen System: A variation that integrates a secondary weather-resistant layer, improving water drainage and air circulation behind the curtain wall.

Curtain walling provides a visually impressive, functional solution for modern architecture, combining aesthetics with performance. It’s a popular choice for buildings requiring large glass facades, natural lighting, and energy-efficient design, while offering flexibility for a wide range of application.

Bespoke Architectural Metalwork

Bespoke architectural metalwork refers to custom-designed and crafted metal elements used in the construction and interior design of buildings, tailored to meet the unique aesthetic, functional, and technical requirements of a project. These metalwork pieces can be anything from intricate staircases, railings, and balustrades to decorative façades, gates, canopies, and structural features. The term “bespoke” emphasises the one-of-a-kind nature of each piece, ensuring that it is specifically designed to complement the overall architectural vision of the space.

Bespoke architectural metalwork combines expert craftsmanship with advanced technology and high-quality materials, resulting in beautiful, durable, and highly functional features that enhance the character and appeal of any building.

Recladding

With our experience, knowledge of facades and collaboration with specialised supply chain partners, we have extensive experience in building recladding.

Building on the success of our façade division, we have a dedicated team who specialise in the recladding of non compliant buildings. Using our in-house expertise, we manage the entire recladding project lifecycle, from tender to completion. Acting as either the principal contractor or subcontractor, our cladding remediation solutions prioritize compliance, quality, and cost efficiency

Cladding Investigations

Cladding investigations involve a thorough assessment of the external materials used on a
building’s façade to determine their compliance, safety, and performance. During such investigations, DMC focuses on identifying potential risks, such as fire hazards, structural deficiencies, or material deterioration whilst ensuring the disruption to occupants is kept at a minimum.

Design & Specification

Our in-house design team create bespoke solutions to ensure the design and specifications of a project meet the current legislations and regulations.

Resident Care

DMC has experience operating in a variety of live environments, which continues to improve our capabilities when carrying out recladding works in occupied buildings with minimal disruption. Our in-house resident liaison team is dedicated to keeping property owners, occupants and managing agents informed and supported at every stage of the process.

EWS1

Throughout the project lifecycle, external EWS1 assessors are engaged to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Working alongside DMC as the principal contractor, they play a crucial role in approving key stages of the project through regular inspections. Upon completion, an EWS1 certificate is issued to confirm compliance

Key Benefits of Recladding:

  • Recladding a building can significantly improve its fire safety, especially if the original
    cladding materials are outdated, damaged, or made of combustible materials.
  • Replacement of Combustible Materials: Recladding allows the installation of
    non-combustible or fire-resistant materials, reducing the risk of fire ignition and
    spread.
  • Compliance with Fire Safety Regulations: Modern recladding projects ensure
    compliance with updated fire safety standards and building codes.
  • Improved Fire Containment: Properly designed cladding systems prevent the chimney effect, where fire rapidly spreads vertically between the building’s exterior and interior. Fire-stopping barriers can be integrated into the recladding system to contain and slow fire spread.
  • Enhanced Evacuation Time: Fire-resistant cladding reduces the rate of fire
    progression, giving occupants more time to evacuate safely.
  • Structural Integrity During Fire: Modern cladding materials are designed to withstand fire for a specified duration, maintaining structural stability.
  • Improved Insulation and Thermal Protection: Non-combustible insulation materials (often installed during recladding) enhance the building’s overall fire resistance.
  • Restoration of Confidence: Addressing fire safety concerns reassures occupants, building owners, and insurers.
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