Blog · 23.05.2026

Thermal Paint or External Cladding? A Façade Insulation Comparison

Differences between thermal paint and cladding: cost, thickness, application speed and performance. Which suits your façade insulation?

Thermal Paint or External Cladding? A Façade Insulation Comparison

For façade heat insulation, two methods stand out: thick-board cladding and thin, liquid-applied thermal paint. This guide compares them.

Thickness

Cladding adds 3-8 cm boards and load; thermal paint stays sub-millimetre at 600-650 g/m² and adds no load.

Application & surfaces

Thermal paint applies fast to almost any surface without primer; cladding suits flat walls and is labour-intensive.

Versatility & performance

Thermal paint combines heat, water and sound insulation in one coat and reduces a façade from 75 °C to 43 °C in summer. See applications.

Which suits you?

They can complement each other. Request a free survey via contact.


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