3. Glossary

cladding

A system of cladding elements fastened to a secondary framework of wood, galvanized steel, aluminum or PVC. Cladding may or may not be combined with insulation.

cladding

Exterior cladding system for vertical walls, consisting of a skin and a framework for mounting the skin in front of a structure to be protected.

clin

Long and wide element, 0.20 to 0.40 m, made of wood (or wood derivatives), metal (pre-painted aluminum sheet) or plastic (PVC). Each clapboard is arranged horizontally and overlaps the lower clapboard to ensure watertightness against driving rain.

Uw window coefficient

Heat loss coefficient for windows, glazing and joinery (unit W/m ² · K)....