Etex (Exteriors) UK

This CPD covers the design, principles and benefits of specifying rainscreen, looking into the history of rainscreen it’s different applications and how it’s use has developed with the ever evolving construction industry demands. We will look at different fixing and support options as well as what other considerations drive the design of rainscreen facades. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:- What rainscreen cladding is and why it’s used.- Different support structures for rainscreen.- The factors that influence rainscreen layouts & applications.- The difference between well known fire classifications. - What Equitone is & the assistance on offer through specification.

Our CPD discusses ventilated fibre cement rainscreen cladding systems, and more specifically about the related design principles and how you can integrate those principles into specifications. It talks about who we are, the history and composition/performance of fibre cement, principles of rainscreen cladding and the different installation options.It then delves into how fibre cement can be integrated into a wide range of projects utilising the different styles, finishes and flexibility of the material.