Fascias are a bit like the finishing touch to the exterior of your house. Taking care of them means that your house looks the best it can, but it also means that your roof and walls are protected from leaks and damage caused by dampness. Unfortunately, over time, fascias can become worn and mouldy, rendering them ineffective and ugly.
If you have decided to replace your fascias you might be confused about what materials to go for, thanks to the wide range of options available to you.
We’ve put together some of the basic differences between the different types of materials available for fascia boards, in order that you can choose the most appropriate one for yourself and your home.
1. Wood: this is a lovely traditional material and is often found in character homes or homes of a certain period. Wood requires regular maintenance – cleaning and painting – or the wood can dry out, split, warp and rot.
2. Aluminium: most often found in fascias of houses built in the mid-1900s. The benefits of aluminium are that it does not rust and is easily moulded to fit any shape – be it an eve or a window frame. Does not require painting and easy to replace.
3. Plastic: growing in popularity thanks to its durability and price. Plastic is very cost-effective and easy to manipulate, so perfect for DIYers who are worried about making expensive mistakes. The other benefits of plastic fascias are that they are easily cleaned with soap and water, unlike wood, which requires lengthy maintenance. Like aluminium, plastic fascias never need to be painted.
