A stick-built facade system refers to a method of construction where individual components of the facade are assembled on-site using wood or metal framing members, typically called "sticks." This method involves assembling the facade layer by layer, starting with the exterior sheathing, followed by insulation, moisture barrier, and finally, the exterior cladding material such as brick, stone or metal panels.
Compared to other facade systems such as prefabricated or panelized systems, a stick-built facade system offers more design flexibility as each component can be custom-fit to specific building requirements, shapes and sizes. Stick-built facade systems also provide greater adaptability to irregular or complex structures due to the ability to cut and size the individual components to fit around tight corners or curved surfaces.
In contrast, prefabricated or panelized facade systems are assembled off-site in a controlled factory environment and then transported to the construction site for installation. While these systems offer benefits such as faster installation times and reduced material waste, they may have more limited flexibility in terms of custom sizing and designs. Additionally, prefabricated facade systems can be challenging to transport and install on sites with limited access or tight spaces.
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