Superior Siding

There are many reasons to choose Hardie® fiber cement siding over vinyl, the first of which is appearance. Hardie® siding is more than five times thicker than vinyl, allowing for deeper grooves and a more authentic wood-grain effect. The result is more elegant than vinyl (which is plastic), particularly on a historic home. 

Then comes function. Vinyl melts easily in a fire (or even from the reflection of the sun off Low-E glass windows); James Hardie brand products are noncombustible. Vinyl may crack and warp from the elements; fiber cement exteriors by James Hardie are more durable and resist warping, sagging and melting.

James Hardie siding is not only less expensive than wood, it won’t be eaten by animals or insects. It also resists water absorption better than wood even where the manufacturer’s recommended protections are followed, helping protect against mold.

When there’s a fire, Hardie® siding is much better at withstanding damage, while wood goes up in flames.

Hardie® fiber cement siding and trim are specifically formulated to better resist damage from the very predators—moisture, freezing temperature, humidity, pests and fire—that pose threats to engineered wood products.

Don't let engineered wood fool you. It won't fool Mother Nature. Long term exposure to moisture can cause engineered wood siding to expand, requiring unsightly gaps.

Engineered wood siding can soak up trouble. Some engineered wood siding warranties do not cover swelling and/or edge checking, problems they acknowledge can occur over time with wood products in response to changes in weather.