White - UPVC Shiplap Cladding 45mm Drip Trim

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The Cladding Drip Trim will usually be used above a door or window head to deflect any running water away from the opening which can be useful during periods of adverse weather. This trim is 5 metres in length and should be used in conjunction with 150mm Shiplap or 100mm V Joint Cladding and is suitable for external use on buildings as a decorative and protective facing. We supply everything you’ll need to cap off your cladding project, including starter trims, edge trims, butt joints and more. View our full cladding trims range below for products that will maintain their beauty and performance for many years to come. Have More Questions About Cladding Trims? With some cladding trims it may be easier to fit afterwards, such as external corners and coving trims. How to fit cladding trims after you have fitted your cladding Ventilation gaps within the Closure Trims, paired with the 50mm space between the battens and boards, work together to ensure your building has adequate airflow to prevent moisture from building up.

The only trims you can fit before the cladding are internal trims, coving trims and some types of external trims. Cladco Perforated Closures are an essential aspect of any fibre cement cladding project. Simply attach the Closures to the base of your project before installing the first board. Perforated Closures should also be fixed above any windows and doors where fibre cement boards will be fitted. Please see our Fibre Cement Cladding Installation Guide for further information. Please note: it is recommended to leave a gap of 10mm between the Perforated Closure and the base of your in stallation, to ensure a necessary gap for airflow. The Perforated Closure needs to be perfectly level before fixing to the wall, as a Start Profile Trim will be fixed to the Perforated Closure. If your Perforated Closure is not fitted parallel, you may be at risk of unlevel cladding. From bright and shiny chrome effect to the neutral smooth looking matte effect trims, there are a variety of designs to suit your needs. Measuring for trims Primarily, roof edging, also known as drip edge, provides superior protection against water damage by preventing water from seeping into vulnerable areas along the roof's edge, thus extending the lifespan of your roof and reducing the risk of leaks. Additionally, roof edging aids in directing rainwater away from your home's foundation, mitigating potential structural issues. Furthermore, roof edging contributes to improved energy efficiency by creating a barrier against drafts and heat loss. Incorporating roof edging not only safeguards your roof but also adds a polished look to your home's exterior.Inserting cladding into a corner cladding trim will hold your panel into the corner while you fix it to the surface.Theres no need to worry about cutting your edges perfect as the internal trim will cover up all of the rough edges. Some first time fitters may find it difficult to remove, but they can do it simply with a sharp utility knife and a steady hand. Fitting trims to corners or wall to ceiling joins look great if they’re in one piece. One continuous trim always looks better, rather than many offcuts used together to cover one join. This is usually avoidable. The most efficient way to mitre a joint is by hand with a utility blade and a measuring square. Although this is not suitable for coving as you will not be able to cut an accurate curve to meet another coving trim. There’s no bending and twisting the panels into place around previously fitted trims so it gives you a lot more freedom whilst installing.

Trims are an excellent way to finish any unsightly gaps or edges that are left after or during the fitting process. The Eurocell Building Plastics products supplied by Eurocell Profiles Ltd are produced in accordance with a BS EN 1SO Cut your cladding trim with your desired cutting tool, be sure to fully support the trim while cutting.

Fitting your cladding trims after you have fitted the panels can be a lot easier in some situations. Once you have fitted your trims give them a wipe down with a damp cloth or cleaning wipe to remove any excess adhesive or dust. Recommended tools for fitting

Trims are used to cover any internal, external or open edges with a decorative finish. This is the most simple method of achieving a nice tidy finish to your cladding. Each trim is available in a style that will compliment any cladding design. When making your calculations ensure you allow for a full trim for each edge run. Jointing trims along the same area can look very untidy. It is better to have a continuous single trim for each edge. Methods of fitting a cladding trim In most situations, a trim will be needed to cover untidy cuts or gaps around external edges, internal corners, wall to ceiling cladding, or simply to complement the cladding edges. Cladding trims provide a clean look rather than using just silicone which can provide the inconsistent finish. cause staining of the profiles. Painting is not recommended on foam profiles unless done by an approved contractor. Roof edge trim is one of the key products required to not only ensure a flat roof looks attractive, but to make sure it performs to the best of its ability. Roof edging prevents moisture from seeping into the felt, which would cause condensation and subsequent damp issues.We recommend taking this into account when calculating your wastage. Ensuring you aren’t short on trims when it comes to fitting. A half-clad room, bath panel, or where your cladding would meet a skirting could use an end cap to finish off the edge.

For example if you’re fitting a trim over a 2m join, using a trim that measures 2.7m, you aren’t going to be able to utilise the 0.7m off cut effectively without having a joint with another cutting of trim. The most essential tool when it comes to fitting your trims, used to measure any edges so you can cut the trims accurately. Measuring Square Fitting certain cladding trims first will give you a guideline and support when installing your cladding panels. In some cases trims can be fitted at the same time as your cladding. How to fit cladding trims before your claddingThere are multiple types of cladding trims for different areas of use. There are coving trims for your ceilings, L angles for your external corners, end caps for any open edges, quadrants and internal corner trims for your internal corners. Why should you use cladding trims? Using a measuring square to cut your mitred joints in your cladding trims can sometimes be the simplest method.