Durability of Wooden Facades Part 2 : Finishing of wooden facades

In addition to a physical protection, a good technical design, accompanied by proper construction of building components, wood finishing significantly improves the durability of wooden facades. A proper selection and application of a coating system to be used for wooden facades is highly dependent on the characteristics of the wood substrate, the coating characteristics and the climatic conditions to which wood is to be exposed. Maintenance and proper refinishing are essential for an attractive appearance and durability of wooden facades.