If you are building a new home or remodeling why would you choose fiber cement siding? The question should be why wouldn’t you choose fiber cement siding? This product is a real breakthrough in building materials. It is beautiful, versatile, green, durable, and affordable. This great product will add value and curb appeal to your home. Fiber cement siding is available in all forms just like wood: various sizes of lap siding, board and batten siding, shakes, and more.

 

It is extremely versatile, and comes in almost any size imaginable from 4” to almost 11” boards. There are panels that look like smooth or rough stucco and some that even look like stone. It can be used in all styles of homes from traditional to contemporary. In fact it is hard to distinguish cement siding from wood without close inspection. It can be painted like wood.

 

Cement Siding is also available in pre-stained versions that look like stained wood or cedar shakes. Some styles are smooth and others look more look rough sawed wood for a rustic look. Fiber cement siding has many advantages to real wood. Because it is a cement based product it is much more durable than wood. It does not crack, split, or delaminate. It will not rot or be damaged by bugs. It is also fire resistant. In fact, many insurance carriers rate it the same as brick and will charge reduced rates. It is made to withstand harsh weather conditions easily.

 

Fiber Cement Siding also called composite siding  is meant to be painted just like wood, but the paint will last much longer. Paint adheres very well to this product. It is rare to see any peeling or blistering. The cement does not expand and contract as much as wood so there is less paint cracking. Some products come pre-painted. Some fiber cement siding is a green building product. It can be produced form post consumer waste.