Composite Cladding for Isle of Wight Homes: A Complete Guide to Redux, Shiplap, ShadowClad & Natureclad

11 Jul

Written By Jonathan Whale

Why Composite & Modern Cladding Excels on the Isle of Wight

Exceptional weather resistance — Won’t rot, warp or crack in salt air and driving rain
Low maintenance — No painting, staining or treating required (perfect for holiday homes and busy lifestyles)
Fade and UV resistant — Maintains its colour for years
Eco-friendly options — Many contain high levels of recycled content
Fast, clean installation — Hidden fixings for a premium finish
Long warranties — Peace of mind for Island properties

Here’s a closer look at the four premium systems we supply.

1. Redux Composite Batten & Board Cladding

REDUX composite batten and board cladding in Shadow colour installed on a house exterior, Isle of Wight — REDUX Batten & Board Cladding in Shadow

Redux is our luxury composite cladding solution that captures the warmth and character of real timber with none of the drawbacks. It features deep, enhanced woodgrain detailing on multiple sides for a truly authentic look.

Key advantages:

Truly invisible fixings using face-fix screw technology (no visible screws, clips or plugs)
Outstanding resistance to moisture, warping, cracking and fading
30-year warranty
Premium, high-end appearance ideal for feature walls, gables and architectural detailing

Available colours: Shadow (rich dark tone), Moonstone (versatile light-mid grey), Fawn (natural sandy hue)

Best for: Modern and traditional Isle of Wight homes wanting a flawless, uninterrupted timber aesthetic. Also excellent for decorative fencing and garden structures.

Link:Redux Cladding

2. Composite Shiplap Cladding

Composite Shiplap cladding in Graphite with authentic woodgrain finish on a building facade — Composite Shiplap Cladding in Graphite

Our Composite Shiplap Cladding offers a classic overlapping timber profile with modern engineered performance. Manufactured from approximately 95% recycled wood and plastic, it combines sustainability with strength.

Key advantages:

Authentic woodgrain finish
Face-fix system where screws disappear into the board (no clips or plugs needed)
Long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance
Consistent high-quality finish across entire elevations
20 Year warranty

Available colours: Graphite, Antique, Walnut, Teak

Best for: Traditional and contemporary properties across the Island that want the familiar shiplap look without the maintenance burden of real wood.

Link:Composite Shiplap Cladding

3. ShadowClad Composite Cladding

ShadowClad in Golden Oak installed on a Garden Building in Cowes on the Isle Of Wight — ShadowClad in Golden Oak

ShadowClad is specifically engineered as a shadow-line cladding system to perform in the harshest British weather conditions — including the salt air and wind exposure common on the Isle of Wight.

Key advantages:

High-strength wood-plastic composite
Excellent resistance to fading, warping and rot
Up to 95% recycled content
Minimal maintenance required
20 Year warranty

Available colours: Golden Oak, Grey Oak, Charcoal Oak

Best for: Seafront and exposed coastal properties, or anyone wanting a modern shadow-gap aesthetic that will stand up to Island weather year after year.

Link:ShadowClad

4. Natureclad Wood-Effect uPVC Cladding

NatureClad wood-effect uPVC cladding showing high-definition woodgrain texture — Colour options for NatureClad also available in Moonlight Anthracite

Natureclad delivers a premium wood-look finish in lightweight cellular uPVC. It’s an ideal low-maintenance alternative to timber, especially where quick installation and colour consistency are priorities.

Key advantages:

High-definition woodgrain texture with super-matt finish
Lightweight and quick to install
No batch matching issues — consistent colour throughout
Easy to clean and extremely durable
Matching trims and joints available
15 Year warranty

Available colours: Morning Dew Silver, Cumulus Grey, Moonlight Anthracite, Chimnea Charcoal, Rich Espresso, Coastal Sand

Board options: 300mm Double Shiplap (from stock) and Feather Edge (to order)

Best for: Feature panels, gable ends, bay windows, dormers, garden rooms and outbuildings. The “Coastal Sand” colour is particularly popular for Isle of Wight properties.

Link:Natureclad

Which Cladding is Right for Your Isle of Wight Property?

  
    
  
      Cladding Type
      Aesthetic Style
      Best For Coastal Exposure
      Installation Speed
      Warranty
      Recycled Content
    

  
      Redux
      Luxury batten/board
      Excellent
      Fast
      30 years
      High
    

      Composite Shiplap
      Classic overlapping
      Very Good
      Fast
      20 years
      ~95%
    

      ShadowClad
      Modern shadow gap
      Excellent
      Fast
      20 years
      Up to 95%
    

      Natureclad
      Wood-effect uPVC
      Very Good
      Very Fast
      15 years
      -
    


  
  

Our recommendation:

For maximum luxury and longevity → Redux
For classic looks on a budget → Composite Shiplap
For exposed seafront locations → ShadowClad
For quick feature areas or extensions → Natureclad

Why Choose Ornamental Plastics Co. on the Isle of Wight?

We’re a family-run business with our showroom and yard on the Newport Industrial Estate. As the exclusive Isle of Wight distributor for Redux and stockists of the full range of composite and uPVC cladding, we offer:

Local stock and fast availability
Free product samples so you can see and feel the quality
Expert advice tailored to Island conditions
Full support from specification to installation

Whether you’re renovating a Victorian villa in Ryde, a modern home in Cowes, a coastal property in Ventnor or a holiday let anywhere on the Island, we can help you choose the perfect cladding solution.