DIY Friendly Cladding from Austech External Building Products

Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding is the ultimate solution for your next project. The eye-catching exterior 

cladding is engineered to withstand the toughest conditions as it comes with a 50 year guarantee and has 

been designed for easy installation by DIY enthusiasts and builders. Austech Building Products can provide 

you with a wide range of colours and quality accessories to make installation simpler or alternatively we can 

recommend a qualified installer in your area that can complete your cladding project.

Austech now has a comprehensive installation guide 

available for you to download. The guide covers 

everything you need to successfully install vinyl cladding, 

including:

·         Measuring for materials.

·         Surface preparation.

·         Installing siding, fascia and Soffit.

·         Cladding around windows and doors.

·         Cladding gable ends.

·         Installing trim at the roof line.

·         Cladding maintenance and cleaning.

Vinyl weatherboards can be used to clad a whole house, but they are also ideal for home alterations like 

second story additions, extensions, garages and repairs to damaged cladding. Since vinyl cladding comes in 

a wide range of UV-protected colours, there is no need to go back and paint, making it ideal for hard to 

reach areas and maintenance free design.

Vinyl cladding is light weight so two people can comfortably install the product. Vinyl Cladding’s lightweight 

design also contributes to faster build time and less need for structural support. Duratuff’s added lightweight

 foam backing also adds rigidity, making it easier to install while improving your homes energy efficiency.

Austech can supply vinyl boards up to 8m long to avoid excessive joins and produce a seamless look to your

 vinyl siding project. The installation guide also provides useful tips on joining boards to easily get a 

professional finish.

With offices Australia wide, we can service any call, so contact the team at Austech today on 9831 1623 to 

start your next project.

Craftstone by Austech- Brighten Up Your Fireplace

It’s that time of year again. Winter is upon us already! , Increasing the need to warm your home. So why not add style and elegance with a fireplace made from the eye-catching CraftStone. Exclusively available through Austech in a range of colours and textures, CraftStone allows you to build your dream fireplace including all the benefits of natural stone, without the hefty price tag.

Many home owners have previously selected CraftStone as their favoured product when developing a fireplace. The stone product has a wide range of other applications, such as in new constructions and renovations. As well as fireplace’s, it is perfect for stone walls, as an architectural element. Peharps even an alternative for external feature walls, and also interior feature walls and entries. “We offer many textures and colours and meet over a dozen of the strictest code requirements, which give users a vast array of design options,” said Dean Smith, Marketing Coordinator of Austech External Building Products. “When you combine such quality and choice, you’re going to have a winning product.”

Austech Building Products have a display at their head office in Blacktown, showcasing CraftStone. The external display can be viewed every day, with an internal display also available during office hours (08.00am – 04.00 pm) For further information on CraftStone and the wide range of products available please visit Austech, or contact the team on (02) 9831 1623.

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Why Install Vinyl Cladding

Vinyl cladding, also called vinyl siding, refers to plastic exterior cladding for homes and commercial buildings. The siding is used as an alternative to traditional wood, fiber cement, and aluminum cladding. The cladding is made up of about 80% polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin and the remaining 20%, ingredients to give the material its color, gloss, opacity, flexibility, durability, and impact resistance. Vinyl siding has been in the market since the late 50s and it is today one of the most popular exterior building products in the U.S. and Canada. There are several reasons why you should consider installing vinyl cladding.


This is one of the most affordable sidings in the market. You will spend between 25% and 50% less than what you would have spent on aluminum and wood siding. Most vinyl cladding manufacturers offer competitive warranties.


Many people neglect their homes’ exteriors, but waterproofing the exterior is important because it improves the longevity of your walls and it saves you money on repairs. A strong wall is also important for your security.

Vinyl cladding comes in different colors, styles, and patterns, meaning there is something for everyone. You do not have as much flexibility with other options like brick and stucco.
You can go for years without maintaining, let alone replacing the cladding. The cladding is very durable. It is not damaged by termites (the major problem with wood sidings) and other wood boring pests and insects, there is no fading, and there is no chalking. All you need to do is occasionally clean the siding with a mixture of water and a mild detergent.

Given that pigments are mixed with the resins, the colors are deep and penetrating. Unlike the case with aluminum and wood sidings which are painted on, blemishes and scratches are not visible with vinyl cladding. The fact that no painting is necessary means you get to save money.
Another advantage of vinyl cladding is that it is environmentally friendly given that it is recyclable. Wood sidings lead to the destruction of forests while extraction of aluminum from its ore is energy intensive and it leads to the emission of greenhouse gases. The insulation you get from the siding means greater thermal performance of your house and consequently reduced energy expenditure.

You could go for a vinyl cladding brand that features perforations for the moisture to escape. This is important because you will prevent mold, mildew, and condensation. Installing vinyl siding is also a good idea because it increases the resale value of your home.


Contact Austech today on (02) 9831 1623 or visit our website www.austech.com.au. 

Austech Virtual Re-Modeler

With the evolution of technology comes the introduction of new and innovate programs, in the building industry the ability to visualize the outcome of your project is a sought after skill. Austech has combined with Royal Building Products and produced a Virtual Re-Modeler. The Virtual Re-Modeler gives the customers the ability to select their own colours and design a house with their choice of cladding.

The Program offers 9 different houses in which to renovate with our Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding. For a more personal experience, the option to upload a photo of your own home is the perfect solution for those fussy home owners.

This is a free program provided on all of our Austech associated websites. For more information feel free to contact the office on (02) 9831 1623 or simply visit www.austech.com.au

Vinyl Cladding Used for Granny Flats

Austech and  tradesman Australia wide are working  with each other  through the use of  Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding, by building The traditional Australian ‘ Granny Flat ‘.

Austech have been distributing Vinyl Cladding to complete these jobs and inspire an aesthetically pleasing look without blowing the budget. The low maintenance of the cladding makes it the perfect solution for these small investment properties.

For numerous years the Granny Flat has been a predominant feature in many Australian backyards, but has faded out over the years, until now. 

Recently the government bought in the new ‘Affordable Housing Policy’ which enables for a second dwelling to be easily added to your backyard. To house parents, grandparents, kids or even to create a small office space in the comfort of your own land.

Duratuff Selects Vinyl Cladding provides voluptuous, vibrant colours with an authentic wood grain finish which removes the necessity for painting or touching up over the years. Austech are so confident in the durability of our Vinyl Weatherboards that we offer a 50 year warranty so you can sleep easy knowing you are in safe hands.

As well as being virtually maintenance free, it’s designed to be easy to install and Austech can provide you with a DIY manual, pushing your savings even further.

For more information about Duratuff Select Vinyl Cladding click here, or simply visit the Austech Website and the friendly professional team will answer all your questions.

Foamular Used in the Jane Foss Russell Building at University of Sydney.

The Jane Foss Russell Building at the University of Sydney has opened its doors to staff and students. The building is designed to raise the bar in green building. It has many green features, including Foamular Extruded Polystyrene Insulation and has achieved a 5-Star Green Star Rating. 

Foamular Extruded Polystyrene was used for a roof membrane system and under the Main Plaza. 4500 meters square of Foamular was used throughout the project. 60 mm Foamular was chosen which gives an R-value of two.

The building uses chilled beams throughout to cool the building as an alternative to air-conditioning. This is an Australian first and is expected to reduce overall electrical consumption by 30 %.

The Jane Foss Russell building is a pioneering example of contemporary 21^st century architecture that has been designed to be the university hub for student activity and link two separate campuses together.

Roof membrane, provides superior resistance from solar generated heat. This inhibits heat radiating from the roof terrace into the building. The efficiency of roof insulation is key to maintaining the chilled beam cooling system. When heat entering the building is limited by Foamular, the chilled beam system is more efficient and reduces energy costs.

The main plaza area is over 3000 square meters of public space, but there are partially underground floors below. Foamular inhibits heat transfer between the plaza and the lower levels, improving energy efficiency. Foamular's high compressive strength also means it is safe to walk on and pavers can be laid over it, avoiding excessive concrete and environmentally damaging materials.

Foamular is just one of the many features that work in unison to achieve the 5-Star Green Star Rating. The building includes the innovative chilled beams system, solar panels on the roof, energy efficient lighting, and water tanks that are expected to save 60 % of potable water consumption.

For more information on Austech's range of Foamular Extruded Polystyrene, click here

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