Although it is true that plastic facias require significantly less maintenance than more traditional types of fascias (such as those made from timber, which have the annoying habit of rotting and need frequent care and attention to stop it from happening), they still need to be kept care of adequately to ensure they last for a long time and that your home is kept safe.
Plastic facias are ideal for the British climate, due to all the wind and rain we experience. They can withstand a lot, and aside from not rotting, they are also strong and can withstand very harsh winds. However, weathering can occur to your fascias due to the effect UV light can have on them. Many types of plastic facias are relatively UV-resistant, but it is always something you should be aware of.
To overcome this problem, you will need to repaint your facias with special paint that is designed to resist the effects when UV discolouration occurs. This is important as if you use regular paint, you risk damaging the fascias.
Another point to take into consideration is the fact that plastic is much lighter than wood or other materials. Of course, this means plastic facias are much easier to install, even for the relatively inexperienced. However, it also means you need to make sure your facias are extra secure. In strong winds, a lighter material is naturally going to be more prone to damage unless it is securely fitted. Doing this is no extra work however, and once the product is fitted securely, you can be assured that it will be at least as weather resistant as any other material.
At Bliby Plastics, we provide high quality plastic fascias at affordable prices. We guarantee your product will last a very long time with proper maintenance.