What Is The Difference Between Weatherboards And Cladding?

Something home renovators often ask us is about the difference between weatherboards and cladding. What exactly is it?

To explain it simply, let’s look at the difference between Holdens and Commodores. Every Commodore is a type of Holden, but not every Holden is a Commodore. What we mean is that weatherboard is just a type of cladding.

However, there’s a bit more to it than that. There are several types of weatherboard, just like there are several types of Holden Commodore.

Here, Plaster Wholesalers explain everything you need to know about the difference between weatherboards and cladding.

What is cladding?

Cladding is the layering of one material over another to provide thermal insulation, protection against weather and to make your home look fantastic. It’s a technique that’s been used in architecture for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Rome where stucco and brick were used to form an early type of cladding. Even then, it was used for the three sole purposes of providing thermal insulation, weather protection and a chance for architects to show creative flair.

What is weatherboard cladding?

Weatherboard cladding is a type of externally-used cladding which comes in many different materials such as timber, vinyl and fibre cement. Thanks to its flexible design, there are endless possibilities for external cladding using weatherboard. Varying in size, texture and style, most weatherboard claddings can also be painted, giving you unlimited creativity when it comes to styling the façade of your home.

Perks of weatherboard cladding

There are several benefits of weatherboard as a type of cladding. From their high value as a product to their ease of installation, many homeowners love working with weatherboard cladding:

• Easy to install
  Whether you’re a professional in the building industry or a keen DIY homeowner, weatherboard cladding is easy to install, taking less time than other materials.

• Exceptional value and durability
  Being a low cost product with high durability, weatherboard cladding is awesome value. Its ease of installation also reduces the total cost, making it ideal for those on a budget. When made from high-grade fibre cement, weatherboard cladding can last upwards of 50 years.

• Weather resistant
  At Plaster Wholesalers, you’ll find a range of weatherboard cladding materials purpose-built for the harsh Aussie climate. These weatherboard options defend your home in rain or shine.

• Visual appeal
  Emulating the traditional timber weatherboard look so well-loved in Australia, weatherboard cladding is a visually stunning option for facades.

With big brands in weatherboard cladding like James Hardie, Plaster Wholesalers has got Melbourne covered for all its cladding needs. We stock the best plasterboards and claddings in Australia, including specialty boards like waterproof, fire-proof and mould-resistant plasterboard. We’ve been Melbourne’s leading wholesaler in plaster for over 30 years, and we’ve always kept our passion for plaster – and great prices – at the forefront of our business. Pop in to our Hoppers Crossing and Somerton locations, or give us a call today.