Building exterior panels and method

Abstract

Exterior building siding for aesthetic and protection of the building against wind, rain and solar energy that includes attaching each horizontal plank from the top of the wall downwardly that includes a starting strip where each plank is interlocked to the plank above it. Each of the horizontal planks includes a top wall portion that fits snuggly into an “L-shaped” groove above it so that the panels can be firmly locked together vertically in a downwardly fashion to prevent any wind uplift against the siding or moisture intrusion.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]This invention relates generally to a building protective and aesthetic siding that is used to cover the exterior of a building and, specifically, to a building siding that includes horizontal planks that are interlocked together on top and bottom and that are installed from the top of a building wall in a downward direction.[0003]2. Description of Related Art[0004]Many buildings, residential dwellings and office buildings, use building siding on the exterior of the building for protecting the building from the elements and for aesthetic purposes. Typical building siding is constructed of a plurality of elongated, horizontal panels, planks, or strips that are typically overlapped from the wall bottom upwardly, with each next piece added that overlaps the piece below it. Such overlapping panels are used to protect the building from rain, solar and wind damage. The siding used on many residential and commercial buildings ...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides an improved exterior siding for buildings that is affixed from the top down with an interlock cross sectional pattern between adjacent vertical panels to increase its strength and durability in use. The siding is made up of top and bottom planks that are attached to the building exterior wall surface or studs. The planks are interlocked with each other, and the starting strip has a continuous groove that snuggly fits with the first plank, ensuring a tight fit. The planks can be cut to length and width to fit any wall size. The invention also includes the use of a flat back wall surface or roof for the planks, allowing for drainage of moisture and the use of a starting strip on the roof or soffits of the building. Overall, the invention provides a more durable and secure exterior siding for buildings."

Problems solved by technology

One of the problems with conventional siding that is constricted with panels or planks from the wall bottom up, i.e. each horizontal plank being covered by one on top of it, is that high winds can lift a plank reducing the siding durability.

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