When someone chooses a facade, they almost always think about three things: it should be warm, it should look beautiful, and it shouldn’t need to be redone after a couple of seasons. Below are the most common questions we hear from customers, with short, honest answers in an FAQ format.
1) Is this actually “tile,” or something else?
It’s a cladding material with the look and texture of stone/brick/slate, designed for facades and complex areas. People choose it when they want a “stone-like” appearance without heavy, капризных solutions. The key point: the system must be installed according to the proper technology — not “however it works out.”
2) How durable is it? Won’t it crack outdoors?
On facades, cracks usually appear because of mistakes in the base layers and detailing — not because of the material itself. That’s why it’s critical to build the facade as one complete system: proper preparation, reinforcement, primer, adhesive, and correct installation conditions. This is where Facade insulation matters: it’s a layered system that requires correct detailing — and when done properly, the facade performs reliably for years.
3) Why can this be more cost-effective than “just plaster and paint”?
Because many “nice-looking” plastered facades need refreshing after 2–5 years: touch-ups, repairs, борьба with darkening and micro-cracks. Cladding as a finish is usually chosen to reduce constant maintenance and keep the facade looking good for longer.
4) Why is the price higher than some simple solutions?
The cost of a facade isn’t only the material. It also includes:
substrate preparation
reinforcement and mesh
junction details
labor and warranty
A cheap facade often becomes expensive when it has to be redone. So it’s more accurate to compare not “price per square meter,” but the cost of the facade over 5–10 years of use.
5) Is it hard to maintain? Do I need to apply something regularly?
In normal use, maintenance should be simple — the facade shouldn’t become a “weekend project.” Based on your requirements, the focus is on practicality and ease of care, which is especially important for private houses.
6) Can it be installed over insulation, or only on concrete/brick?
Yes, it can — with the right preparation. For insulated facades, these points matter:
a ровный reinforced base layer
the correct primer
the right adhesive
соблюдение temperature conditions
When these are followed, the system performs predictably.
7) Is installation complicated? Do you need “special мастера”?
The technology is simpler than it looks, but facades don’t tolerate improvisation in detailing. According to the installation guide, the basics matter: preparation, primer, adhesive, correct sequence, and proper temperature conditions. If those are met, the result is neat and stable.
8) What about corners, cornices, and window reveals? That’s where things usually crack
Yes — that’s exactly where issues appear most often. The solution is correct detailing:
corner reinforcement
mesh with proper overlaps
clean transitions between planes
water protection on projections
That’s why a комплекс approach usually carries less risk than “different crews for different parts.”
9) Is it heavy? Won’t it overload the facade/insulation?
One reason these solutions are chosen for insulated facades is a more comfortable weight and installation logic compared to heavy stone and many classic materials.
10) Where do I start if I want to know whether it’s right for my house?
Start not by picking a “beautiful texture,” but by understanding the task:
is the house new or a renovation
is there insulation / do you need insulation
which details are complex (cornices, reveals, plinth)
which areas are most vulnerable to water and temperature changes
Only after that do you select the system and finish. In practice, the easiest way is a consultation — because a facade is not one material, but a set of solutions working together.
By the way, as a finish over an insulated facade, people often choose KORDEKO flexible tile (PletaFlex) — when they need a combination of appearance, practicality, and easy work in complex areas.