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Fiber Cement Siding Benefits
There are many traditionalists that just prefer the look of wood siding. Unfortunately in today's busy world who has the time to perform the constant maintenance chores needed to keep wood siding looking its best. Fiber cement siding is the best of both worlds, it looks just like wood siding, but has the low maintenance of vinyl siding.
What are Fiber Cement Siding Benefits?
Fiber cement siding is composed of cement, sand, and fibers, which creates a very tough and durable finished product. It is so durable that some manufacturers offer up to a 30 year limited warranty for the product. You have the choice between siding boards with a wood texture or a smooth finish. A few more fiber cement siding benefits are:
- Fiber cement siding is non-combustible;
- Fiber cement siding is insect resistant;
- Fiber cement siding is resistant to rot.
Fiber cement siding goes on just like wood siding using saw blades and fasteners designed for its tough composition.
To Paint or Not to Paint, That is the Question
For some people the best fiber cement siding benefits are the wide assortment of colors available. The colors are applied at the factory, and some manufacturers offer a 15 year limited warranty on the durability of the color finish.
If you want a color not available from the manufacturer choose the plain fiber cement siding and paint it yourself. Your paint job might not last 15 years, but you still won't have to worry about water getting through cracks or around nails and rotting the boards.
Regardless of whether you use the pre painted boards, or choose to paint them yourself, your friends may not be able to tell that you don't have wood siding, and you might not either.
Vinyl Siding Colors
Vinyl is an amazing siding product because it is extremely fast and easy to
install, and once it is finished you don’t have to do anything to it ever again,
besides a simple wash here and there. I particularly enjoy the way vinyl can
transform an old worn down house into a beautiful masterpiece in just a day or
two!
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Vinyl Siding Installation
Choosing a siding contractor is one of the first decisions to make when
considering to have your home resided. Picking a contractor to work on your home
is like selecting a beautician to style your hair. It’s not safe to just go to
anyone because too many things could go wrong. If you do take that risk and
something does go wrong, your home, just like the hair on your head, can be
viewed and insulted by just about anyone. Unfortunately, they haven’t invented
hats for houses yet.
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Painting Siding
Painting vinyl siding is advised against. Vinyl is a material that expands and
contrast causing paint to crack and chip off. For best results, it is
recommended to have your vinyl siding replaced. Today’s vinyl is more durable,
with lasting appeal. When it comes to worn out aluminum siding, paint is a cost
effective means to creating a fresh new look for your exterior. Homeowners can
choose from a wide range of colors to create a lasting finish. However, there is
a certain amount of surface preparation needed for aluminum siding to be
painted.
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