Natural stone is prestigious and timeless; composite panels are light, fast and flexible. We compare the two most searched facade claddings in Bursa on weight, seismic safety, cost and maintenance.
Natural stone cladding is popular for villas and prestige buildings in Bursa, while composite panels and stone-look panels now deliver a similar look with far lighter systems.
Weight and seismic safety
Natural stone can weigh 50–80 kg/m²; composite panels around 5.5–8 kg/m². In a seismic region like Bursa, stone must always be installed on a mechanical hook-on (ventilated) system — never adhesive-fixed on tall facades.
Comparison
| Criterion | Natural stone (hung) | Composite panel |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50–80 kg/m² | 5.5–8 kg/m² |
| Installation speed | Slow | Fast |
| Form flexibility | Limited | High |
| Fire | A1 | A2 / B |
| Cost | High | Medium |
Hybrid solutions
Many successful projects use stone at eye level and lightweight composite above. See our Composite Cladding page or request a quote.
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