Exterior cladding at Bishop Wilson CE School
- Project name
- Bishop Wilson CE School
- Project sector
- Public
- Completion date
- 01/01/14
- Client
- Glancy Nichols
- Ranges
- Stonework
Bishop Wilson CE School in Birmingham is an amazing example of how tiles can be effectively used as an exterior cladding surface material. In this project, tiles were cut into alternating sized stripes and applied to the front facing facade- creating an inspirational learning hub.
With a vast amount of experience in this sector, Solus were ideally positioned to assist architects at Glancy Nichols, in the supply of exterior wall tiles to frontage of the school.
Accompanying the beautiful natural flora planted in front of the building, and the warm tones of the structural timber, the design team wanted a natural looking cladding that complemented the overall theme.
- Cladding: 3LBG506
The designers were interested in using a natural looking material that resembled the tone and texture of slate. Solus suggested tiles with a textured finish from the Stonework range, providing a rustic stone appearance and an accurate tonal shade.
Grey tiles were supplied in varying rectangular sizes and were laid in an unusual and irregular brick bond style, complemented with a light grey grout.
The tiles, which are made from porcelain, are the perfect alternative to natural stone as not only do they replicate the look and feel of stone, but also possess the quality, strength and durability of porcelain material.
