It is clear that outward beauty and visual attraction have become an integral part of modern human life.
The beauty of building facades is also one of the topics of interest for architects, designers and building occupants.
In addition to the beauty topic, the terracotta baguette facade has many features and properties that make it popular in Canada.
These features are discussed and explained in the following article. The most common use of terracotta baguettes is in the field of sunscreen systems and facade decoration of buildings.
These types of facades are available in different sections (oval, rectangle, square, circle, triangle). These days, the people of Canada are very interested in using terracotta baguettes to decorate their building’s facade due to their location in a tropical country with a sunny climate.
Brief description about terracotta baguette facade
Terracotta is a word in Italian that means “fired”, it is a kind of traditional ceramic that is produced by baking clay at a high temperature in special kilns. Unfired clay, due to its flexibility, can be manually turned into complex shapes that become significantly stronger when exposed to heat. Evidence suggests that terracotta was originally invented for pottery and sculpture, but artisans soon realized its potential as a building product and began making terracotta roofing bricks, veneers and tiles using terracotta. To make flexible rain screens and lightweight canopies, pure clay sheets are passed through a metal cutting machine and extruded into a long, uniform shape, then these hollow protrusions are passed through the transfer belts to the furnace. The reason why architects are still attracted to Terracotta materials is the existence of adjustable profiles and the possibility of choosing a set of colorful glazes to beautify the facade of your building.
Usage of Terracotta Baguettes
In addition to making the facade of the building beautiful and unique, the Terracotta Baguette has other uses as well; Including:
It can act as a canopy in areas with intense sunlight.
In rainy areas, it is used as a rain screen.
This product is flexible and can be used to cover windows or “open” facades of buildings in any shape and size.
They can be used to design the facade of the parapet and balcony.
Terracotta baguette components can be produced separately in the colors and shapes specified for each project.
Using terracotta baguette as a canopy
Advantages and disadvantages of Terracotta baguettes
Advantages: Terracotta baguettes are highly resistant to impact and pressure and do not break or crack up easily. This material is resistant to corrosive agents such as fire, water and acidification materials and lasts for a long time without change or destruction. In addition, Terracotta doesn’t allow fungi and bacteria to grow and multiply.
Disadvantages: Since Terracotta baguettes cost about 2 to 3 times as much to install as concrete tiles, these tiles have a high cost for homeowners and this is a disadvantage, on the other hand, Terracotta baguettes due to improper walking Either hitting by the branches of the trees are hit or they are broken, which is another problem of this type of terracotta.
How are Terracotta Baguettes & fins installed on a building facade?
terracotta Baguettes and fins are affixed to building facades using a variety of techniques, depending on the specific design and requirements of the project. Typically, the installation process involves several steps, including measuring and cutting the baguettes and fins to size, preparing the building surfaces, and joining the elements using various anchors and adhesives.
The first step is to carefully measure and prepare the interface to ensure that the baguettes and fins fit correctly and securely.
This may involve cleaning the surface, removing existing seams or coatings, and installing a substrate or support system to provide a stable foundation for the clay object.
The clay may also need to be cut into specific shapes and angles to match the design of the building facade.Once the baguettes and fins are cut, they are attached to the building facade using various methods.
This maybe involve the use of mechanical fasteners such as screws and bolts, or the use of adhesive systems that bond the ceramic directly to the substrate or support system.Finally, the baguettes and fins are completed and sealed to protect against weather and other environmental factors.
This also involve applying a protective coating or sealer to the clay surface, or using specialized cleaning and maintenance techniques to keep the item in top condition over the long term. Skilled craftsmanship is essential to ensure high-quality, long-lasting results.
Terracotta baguettes lasts for a long time
In short, if you want to build a building with the possibility of directing rain or adjusting the amount of sunlight, or you want a building with a beautiful yet functional view, it is recommended that you use terracotta baguettes on your agenda. Keep in mind that this type of terracotta has more advantages than others and its application is more diverse.
