Fiber Cement Boards or Bricks?

Chic, contemporary, spacious. Sounds like a checklist to building a new home. Still, one might forget an essential element that makes all the difference- building material. Laying brick on brick, fortifying with wet cement and waiting for days to look at a finished wall is a thing of the past. With time, minds vie for methods that save human effort. One such miracle innovation made for the construction industry is Fiber Cement Boards. Made for every building application, FCBs are rapidly changing the face of construction. What makes them the top choice? Those from the old school of construction swear by the traditional brick wall construction, over-looking the many advantages of Vnext Fibre Cement Boards. Read on to know how Fibre Ce-ment Boards are a far better bet than the traditional drywall method.

FCBs have been around for over 100 years but are recently gaining popularity around the world for its efficient method of construction. Construction using Vnext is five times faster, saving time, labour, and overall construction cost. Also available in beautiful patterns and grades for applications like false ceiling, mezzanine floor, partitions, external cladding and wall panelling, Vnext replaces drywall and plastering like no other.

Made from a unique mixture of silica, cement, cellulose fibre, Vnext brings a significant ad-vantage to the world of construction-Flexibility. ‘Why does flexibility matter’, you may ask. The answer lies in the fact that the lack of flexibility makes your building susceptible to shock and breakage. The unique composition of Vnext not only prevents your construction less vulnerable to external damage, but the presence of cellulose fibre also fortifies it to last longer. This attribute also adds to why FCBs are clear winners than the brick wall method, gypsum, plywood or the environmentally-destructive wood alternatives.

Every building encounters nature in three worst forms-wind, water and fire. While ample amounts of them may help your building, extreme weather changes can do the structure more harm over time. Vnext is equipped with all the certifications that help you make the right choice. But did you also know that come wind or rain, Vnext remains resilient to weather damage? Manufactured using the Hatschek process and High-Pressure Steam Curing (HPSC) technology, Vnext offers high stability and strength, all year round. Not only that. Unlike plywood and gyp-sum’s poor compatibility with moisture, Vnext’s composition fights moisture decay and mildew. So, those recurring issues with moss and the disintegration due to moisture? That won’t happen with Vnext.

Many associate tropical nations with a perpetual bug problem. And for those in the kitchen, find-ing termites eating cabinets away can be quite a nightmare as a termite infestation is never fully gone. Certified to repel insects, Vnext’s inclusion of silica creates a safe space for you, and not so much for the termites. Besides, it’s just the right product for all internal and external applica-tions.

Being a natural thermal insulator, Vnext keeps interiors 3-5° C cooler than the temperature out-side. Using Vnext as external cladding—for homes, industrial establishments and commercial buildings—is much more efficient to keep temperatures regulated during the hotter months of the year.Another excellent quality of an FCB is its ability to absorb sound. Vnext Panels are sound re-sistant and soak in sound like a sponge does water. Vnext Panels are designed for non-load bear-ing wall partition applications with sound-absorbent properties, ideal for peaceful living and noise-free workspaces. Not only that, but the Vnext range is also certified fire-resistant that can keep fires from spreading for at least 2.5 hours.

When it comes to lifespan, Vnext is a far better option than plywood, gypsum or wood. Vnext stays intact for generations to come and can last for over 50 years. Its molecular structure is mesh-like, providing the right amount of flexibility to stand the test of time. Less porous, they retain a harder surface to work with than gypsum boards. With its premium-quality, ensuring perfect installation is what makes Vnext unique. Always check for Vnext-certified professionals to get the job done.

GreenPro eco-labelled, Vnext is more sustainable than counterparts. It is made of organic mate-rials that are less harmful to nature. With every 1500 sq.ft of Vnext product that you purchase, you directly help conserve 6 trees from being used in construction. Easy to install and relocate, they’re less likely to end up in landfills and save copious amounts of natural resources like soil and water used in traditional construction methods.