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Yes. Because the Concrete Series is a 100% dry-panel system, installation requires no wet mixing or temperature-sensitive curing. Crews can continue installation throughout freezing winter months without cold-weather delays or heating enclosures.

No. Unlike raw poured concrete or masonry block that absorbs moisture and requires periodic sealing to avoid efflorescence and staining, Nichiha panels feature factory-applied protective finishes that maintain color stability and weather protection without routine sealing.

Furring planes normalize AWP installation as the system is designed to anchor to stud wall framing and/or furring. Furring over concrete allows for adjustments to ensure the application is level and plumb. Imperfections of a concrete block wall or with stud framing can mirror out to the cladding, causing exaggerated shadow lines or other quality installation issues. Further, it is sometimes necessary in the installation process to finesse panels to fit, which can require withdrawing fasteners to make adjustments. This is much more manageable with furring over concrete.

Using Nichiha Architectural Wall Panels in place of traditional architectural smooth concrete, mortar-applied brick, stacked stone and large format quarry stone changes the scope of work from “wet” to “dry”. This means our KuraStone, SandStone and the Concrete & Brick Series can be installed in any weather and don’t require specialty contractors. The money, time, and callbacks saved are huge reasons architects, interior designers and owners love these products. Plus they look amazing!