The style of your wall covering can drastically change the look and design of your property. Our composite wood panels at NewTechWood replicate the appearance of real wood, which means they can seamlessly integrate into many contemporary and classic styles. If you want to add a more modern touch to your home or commercial building with a new exterior wall covering but don’t know where to start, there are dozens of options to experiment with. Discover the eight best exterior wall covering ideas you can use to give a fresh look to your property or business this year.
1. USE EUROPEAN STYLE WALL CLADDING
European style cladding offers an attractive design, elegant style, and stands out compared to other coverings. Using this style with one of the following suggestions will achieve a high-value exterior look. Learn more about our new European cladding styles.
2. MULTI-TONE CLADDING
A current popular trend in interior and exterior design is to experiment with multiple shades. The arrangement of new hues or the addition of small pops of color can add character to a property or business and make it more visually appealing. When installing your exterior wall covering, this option can be an interesting choice if you use different styles of cladding. It’s an excellent way to make your property stand out among others in your neighborhood. You don’t necessarily need to use bright and bold colors to experiment with multi-tone panels. Using lighter and darker wood shades that complement each other across different sections of your exterior can be equally optimal and harmonious.
3. A MIX OF CLASSIC AND MODERN
The combination of contemporary and classic styles can enhance a property’s charm. The wall covering gives a more modern look to the building; you can harmonize it by selecting the right materials and colors. For example, stone in the design of an exterior wall gives the building a natural and classic appearance that rarely goes out of style. By combining natural stone with composite cladding, you will achieve the contrasting effect you’re looking for while retaining the cozy feel of a more classic design. This idea will surely impress your guests and make you proud of your exterior layout.
4. MODERN VERTICAL CLADDING
The vertical panel will meet your expectations if you want to give your home or business an illusion of height. The vertical panel has a more contemporary look than horizontal styles, and a smooth, darker wood hue can further enhance this look. Your building’s exterior will be optimized if you modernize it with some color touches, creating a sense of openness and airiness. You can hardly go wrong with composite that resembles natural wood. It stands out even more when it helps create a contrast between natural style with wooden accents and the atmosphere of a spacious, contemporary home. You and your guests will feel right at home entering a building with such an exterior layout.
5. COMBINATION OF VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL
Much like shades and colors, using a combination of styles when planning the exterior layout has become a popular trend in recent years. Why settle for only using vertical cladding as a design or only horizontal panels on your building? Using both styles may seem odd in theory, but when applied to many structures, they complement each other wonderfully. When executed correctly, a touch of contrast can add balance and intrigue to a structure. A mix of both horizontal and vertical panels gives the impression that the structure is built from a set of individual sections rather than a whole – seeing all the pieces fit into each other is a real treat for the eyes.
6. RUSTIC CLADDING
The rustic look is a style that tends to remain in fashion, regardless of other trends. It creates a warm ambiance that will surely appeal to nature lovers as well as those who need to escape the stresses of urban life. You can enhance this rustic style with an exterior wall cover made of composite material. NewTechWood offers a wide range of colors that allow you to replicate the wood style of your choice while making a gesture for the environment. As people tend to associate rustic buildings with vacations, cabins, and a warm hearth, you will undoubtedly garner many admirers for this cladding choice.
7. MULTIPLE MATERIALS
There’s nothing wrong with using a single material to finish your property; however, incorporating some variety will give your look a WOW effect. Consider experimenting with different materials like concrete or metal to make your home or commercial building stand out more. Well-organized diversity and contrast are the keys to a building that will have depth, style, and character. An attractive and unique exterior will uplift spirits and add beauty to your decor. Moderately, you can find composite wall cladding, stone, or glass, and this mix can transform a dull and uninteresting structure into one that attracts the attention of your neighbors and passersby.
8. NATURAL HORIZONTAL CLADDING
The horizontal panel can give certain structures a dated style, especially in urban environments. However, simplicity can be very elegant when such panels adorn the entirety of a long building. There’s no need to overdo it; a few windows and a modern-style entry porch can make all the difference. If you’re searching for the right color of wall cladding for your exterior layout, soft or moderately light hues help maintain a traditional character without appearing outdated. We suggest shades like Australian red cedar or Honduras mahogany if you’re looking for the most stylish horizontal cladding designs.
ELEVATE YOUR EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING STYLE NOW
The possibilities are endless when it comes to choosing an exterior wall cladding style for either your home or business. NewTechWood is here to help you realize your project, no matter what design you have in mind. If you need inspiration for more composite wall cladding ideas, call us today or check out our photo gallery to see the projects we’ve completed for other clients.
