Vivalda, the UK’s largest distributor and fabricator of rainscreen facades, is now stocking James Hardie cladding panels at its branch in Scotland.
Holding significant stock levels of Hardie Panel – typically in grey, whites and blacks – at its Cumbernauld branch allows Vivalda to supply contractors with panels and accessories on a consistent basis, with no need to wait weeks for products.
William Barlow, branch manager at Vivalda Scotland, said: “Our large facility at Cumbernauld allows us to hold substantial levels of stock, meaning that we’re able to supply Hardie Panel on a just-in-time basis, without the time lag associated with some competitor products.
“Even better for contractors in Scotland, our on-site CNC-controlled beam saws allow us to provide Hardie Panel cut-to-size, with pre-drilled holes and fixings as required – enabling a far more efficient and defect-free installation on-site.”
With an A2 fire rating and 15 year guarantee, Hardie Panel comes in a thickness of 8mm and 11mm. Available in six contemporary colours and two textures (smooth sand and brushed concrete), Hardie cladding is becoming increasingly popular with architects and developers looking to achieve a clean, modern aesthetic, without the higher cost associated with traditional quarried stone or marble façade.
Pictured: William Barlow, Vivalda Scotland Branch Manager