Best Practices for Building with Hebel: Insights from King Homes NSW

King Homes NSW builds about 120 homes each year in Sydney, ranging from cozy single-story houses to large multi-generational homes. A standout feature of these homes? Most are built with Hebel. Founder and Managing Director, Mark King, appreciates Hebel’s durability, smooth installation process, and aesthetic versatility.

Mark himself chose Hebel for his own home to achieve a modern look with distinct angles and varying heights. “Hebel allowed us to capture striking details without needing extra support structures,” he notes. It also provides a textured finish ideal for custom designs, including popular Hamptons and modern styles.

For installers, Hebel offers a cleaner, faster installation than brick, making it easier to achieve a high-quality finish. Mark emphasizes the importance of expansion joints, especially around windows, to prevent cracking once rendered. He suggests following Hebel’s installation guide closely and consulting CSR representatives for any specific project needs, ensuring long-term performance.

Mark is a fan of Hebel’s Designer Range, particularly Hebel PowerProfile®, which adds visual appeal to facades by replicating a metal standing seam. In a recent project, he used PowerProfile® to enhance the second story, achieving a modern, mixed-material facade that appealed to a wide range of buyers.

Hebel isn’t just for walls—it’s an excellent choice for flooring, too. Hebel PowerFloor provides the feel of concrete with added soundproofing and thermal insulation. “PowerFloor absorbs sound and keeps the home quieter. It’s a big upgrade over chipboard flooring,” Mark shares, adding that all King Homes display homes feature Hebel PowerFloor to showcase its benefits.
Hebel’s ease of use, design flexibility, and enduring appeal make it a go-to for installers looking to deliver modern, efficient homes with quality inclusions.

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