Cedral was invited by Guaranteed Irish to participate in an Acorn Gathering Event as part of the Guaranteed Irish Forest Initiative.

When creating or renovating your facade, you can opt for traditional horizontal sidings, but why not go for a more contemporary look and fit your weatherboards vertically for a unique stylish effect. We take you through the different steps and fixings to create a gorgeous facade for your home.

Cladding is a popular option to give homes a wow-factor finish that is hard-wearing, long lasting and low maintenance. But remember, when planning your cladding project, it’s very important to consider ventilation.

Contemporary houses are prime for combining materials - glass and concrete, stone and brick, wood and plaster, etc. Fibre cement cladding has also become part of this trend.

From the importance of choosing high quality products to where to begin.

RIAI Silver Medal for Housing (sponsored by Cedral) has been awarded to David O’Shea, ODOS Architects for Dublin’s Percy Place Development.

Kildare couple Niamh and Ollie take us through the process from start to finish.

Fibre-cement sidings are the perfect choice to create a modern and durable facade. Discover the available options to create your own style.

Do you enjoy the warm and authentic look of wood? A material that soothes the mind and offers added value in a wide range of architectural styles.

There was no doubt in 2017 that sustainable building and renovation were on the rise. Building regulations related to insulation were becoming increasingly stricter and more demanding. What’s more, many builders and renovators began opting for energy-efficient solutions of their own accord, that seamlessly combined a respect for nature and a focus on energy consumption.

Create a perfect garden office with Cedral cladding. Rot resistant, low maintenance, easy to install and with many design possibilities

With building material combustibility a key focal point during the specification stage, Cedral has a long-standing commitment to ensuring our fibre cement slate materials comprehensively meet the fire performance classification A2-s1,d0 to EN 13501-1:2018.

BES 6001 is the ‘Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products’ by the BRE. And, so in demonstrating the company’s continued commitment to sustainable buildings, Cedral manufactured fibre cement slates achieve a ‘Very Good’ performance rating.

Our graphic highlights the advantages and disadvantages of the 3 façade coverings to help you decide.

Fibre cement panels have been very much the trend in façade coverings this year. Here’s why.

Lap or click, vertical or horizontal positioning, with or without a frame return - the hardest part is choosing...

Fibre cement slates offer tons of advantages, making them ideal for renovation projects. The fact that they are lightweight, come in several different colours and can be fitted with an extra layer of insulation are just a handful of their best attributes.

The facade is the showpiece of a home. An eye for detail is essential to achieving the look you have in mind. In that respect, how reliable or good-looking a product is isn’t the only thing that counts. A finish that’s perfect down to the smallest detail also has a powerful impact on the end result. Cedral’s goal is to help you make that happen. 

Renovation is clearly trending. More and more homeowners want to create a new look for their homes. And depending on the state of the building, some are left with no other choice than to renovate. Fibre cement slates are the perfect material for any reason. In addition to their durability, quick installation and light weight, they also offer countless other architectural design effects and options.

Thanks to the characteristics of fibre cement boards, your façade will be resistant to the passage of time. Here is how and why.

The days of single material façades are over. The trend for 2019-2020 is to combine coverings - including fibre cement.

Fibre cement boards are innovative and durable. Let’s explain why in 4 points...

Your home has an important function: to protect you, your family and friends. An unpleasant subject perhaps, but the risk of fire is always lurking. It is good to know that Cedral weatherboards are made of fibre cement, which is a fire-resistant material.