Encasement explores the applications for and benefits of its comprehensive and versatile Vecta building linings range.

Vecta wall lining finished in stainless steel

Originally introduced more than 10 years ago, Encasement’s Vecta building linings range is a comprehensive bespoke interior finishing system, designed for use on stand-alone projects, as well as easily combining with the company’s Verta column casings where integrated solutions are required. Typically, building linings can be specified to perform several functions, but are chiefly centred on their ability to improve aesthetics or provide a practical solution against a specific requirement, such as protecting interior walls in high-traffic areas, concealing building services and structural elements, or to indicate separation between interior zones, through the use of different materials or finishes.

Vecta soffit lining

To meet these diverse requirements, the Vecta range incorporates high-quality wall linings and lift lobby linings, as well as reveals, soffit linings and bulkheads. As the lining specification will depend on factors such as the intended use of the space, aesthetics, application, and the performance requirements of the building, a choice of materials is available within the range.

Vecta metal wall linings are available in natural, brushed, anodised and PPC coated aluminium, as well as stainless steel and textured materials, including Rimex. Further versatility is provided by compact laminate options, which can be specified in a wide palette of colours or incorporate custom images and graphics where a unique or branded interior design is required.

Vecta Soffit lining

As a result of this combination of materials, finish options and design versatility, both metal and compact laminate wall linings are already used in a wide range of projects in the education, health, commercial, hotel & leisure sectors, as well as transport, retail and public buildings.

Vecta lift reveal finished in stainless steel 

While Vecta is usually specified for interior applications, some metal solutions, such as soffit linings and external bulkheads, are also designed for use on external projects, as they are inherently weather resistant and durable. Also, as they can incorporate PPC finishes selected from a wide range of BS and RAL colours, this can help add interest to a building’s exterior. As all Encasement’s building lining solutions are bespoke manufactured to meet individual project requirements, the following overviews help provide a general guide to each product group.

Vecta wall lining finished in compact laminate

Wall linings
Suitable for use in both interior and exterior applications where decorative or protective solutions are required, Vecta wall linings are ideal for environments where there are high levels of pedestrian traffic, such as transport hubs, retail or commercial buildings, to resist damage to internal walls. Aluminium and stainless steel are commonly specified, although compact laminates are also widely used, as the almost limitless choice of laminate colours and textured finishes provides an extensive range of specification options. However, the material specification is highly dependent on each application and whether it is an interior or exterior location.

Vecta lift lobby lining

Lift lobby linings
A fundamental part of many commercial interiors, lift lobby linings help convey the character and style of a building by integrating with its overall design concept. Similar to wall linings, a wide range of materials and finishes can be specified to provide increased design versatility for projects where aesthetics are a primary consideration. Stainless steel with either polished or brushed finishes are regularly specified for their clean design aesthetic and durability, while the choice of finishes available with compact laminate linings provides greater colour versatility with robust performance in high traffic areas.

Vecta bulkhead lining used for entrance signalling

Bulkheads, soffits and reveals
Whether the requirement is for extensive services bulkheads, practical and decorative soffits, or stylish lift reveals, Vecta provides a range of versatile and adaptable solutions. Manufactured primarily from brushed or PPC aluminium, as well as stainless steel, they are widely used to combine durable and decorative finishes with practical functionality, such as concealing building services, pipework or mechanical and electrical components.

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