EQUITONE Inspira is a high-density fibre cement panel featuring digitally printed surfaces inspired by natural materials. Available in wood, rust, stone, and concrete designs, it allows architects to achieve striking visual effects with the strength and reliability of fibre cement cladding.
EQUITONE Inspira FAQ
What is EQUITONE Inspira?
Why choose EQUITONE Inspira for facades?
Inspira panels combine authentic natural appearances with the enduring performance of fibre cement. Their smooth matt finish resists dirt, UV rays, and graffiti, making them suitable for both commercial and residential projects demanding long-term design flexibility.
How realistic are the Inspira finishes?
Each Inspira design is digitally printed for remarkable realism. The advanced printing process replicates the texture and tone of natural materials – such as timber, stone, and metal – without the inconsistencies or maintenance issues of genuine materials.
Is EQUITONE Inspira a fibre cement panel?
Yes. Inspira is manufactured through the Hatschek process, combining cement, fibres, mineral fillers, and water. This results in a durable, dimensionally stable, and non-combustible material suitable for modern facade applications.
Where is EQUITONE Inspira manufactured?
All Inspira panels are produced in Poland under strict European quality and sustainability standards, ensuring consistency and performance across every batch.
How durable are EQUITONE Inspira panels?
Inspira panels are resistant to UV exposure, frost, heat, fungi, and chemicals. They include permanent graffiti protection and have an expected service life of up to 50 years, ensuring low maintenance and reliable long-term performance.
Where can EQUITONE Inspira be used?
Inspira is ideal for ventilated facades, rainscreen cladding, soffits, eaves, exterior ceilings, and permitted interior wall linings. It should not be used in wet rooms or areas with standing snow or ice.
Can EQUITONE Inspira be used indoors?
Yes, Inspira panels can be installed on interior walls and ceilings where building codes permit. They are not recommended for humid or moisture-prone environments such as bathrooms or saunas.
What sizes and thicknesses are available?
Panels come in standard formats of 2500 × 1250 mm and 3100 × 1250 mm, with a consistent thickness of 8 mm for durability and precision during installation.
Does EQUITONE Inspira meet fire safety standards?
Yes. Inspira is non-combustible, achieving Group 1 classification in Australia and Group 1-S in New Zealand, ensuring full compliance with NCC and NZBC fire performance requirements.
Is EQUITONE Inspira sustainable?
Yes. The range is recyclable, holds Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and is Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze. Its long life and low maintenance make it an environmentally responsible cladding choice.
How is EQUITONE Inspira installed?
Panels can be face-fixed or concealed-fixed using approved facade systems. Proper cutting and edge sealing ensure aesthetic precision and long-term protection.
How do I maintain EQUITONE Inspira panels?
Inspira’s matt surface is easy to clean and requires minimal maintenance. Occasional rinsing and cleaning with mild, non-abrasive solutions are sufficient to retain its appearance.
How can I obtain pricing for EQUITONE Inspira?
Pricing varies based on design, project size, and installation method. Contact Progressive Materials directly for tailored pricing and project support.
What is the EQUITONE Custom Range?
The EQUITONE Custom Range extends the Inspira collection, offering two innovative options that enable complete creative freedom: Artistic Surfaces and Unlimited Creation.
What are Artistic Surfaces?
The five Artistic Surface products – Coral grow, Coral Trace, Leaves, Carved Wood and Sine wave – demonstrate the limitless potential of EQUITONE. Patterns inspired by the intricacies of nature meet the precision of contemporary design, allowing architects to personalise every surface. The result is a dialogue between natural inspiration and modern innovation, turning architectural visions into tactile realities that inspire and endure.
What is Unlimited Creation?
Unlimited Creation allows designers to bring their creative intent to life on a facade. From images and photographs to abstract shapes and patterns, almost any design can be digitally printed with exceptional accuracy. Whether the concept is organic or geometric, the design possibilities are truly endless.
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