Everything You Need To Know About Siding
Siding Protects Your House From Weather And Increases Curb Appeal
There are a few different factors to take into consideration when you’re looking at replacing or upgrading your siding. Depending on where you live, you’ll want to look into different options because different types of siding responds adversely to hot and cold temperatures, as well as wind and other elements over time.Â
Efficiency With Energy
It doesn’t matter what the shape or type of siding that you have; nthins products on their own will not insulate your house well. Siding insulation is a great idea and recommended, or an insulated version of the siding that you’d like to instill to keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.Â
Siding Installation
How hard it is to install siding varies on what kind of siding is being installed. Sidings such as vinyl and engineered wood siding are on the lighter side, which makes for a very straightfoward installation process. Fiber cement siding on the other hand, is fairly similar to installing engineered wood siding, but it needs to be handled more carefully because of it’s weight and potential for it to crack if not handeled properly.Â
Siding Types
While choosing your siding, the first step is to know your options. Below are the different types of siding and what factors may lead you to choose that option.Â
- Vinyl Siding; One of the most durable and afforable siding options. Very common choice amongst homeowners that are looking to replace their siding. Vinyl siding can be applied over ecisting masonry or wood siding, making it easy to worth with and still transform the look of your house. This siding requires no painting or caulking and is available in a multitude of colors/textures.
- Wood Siding; Wood Siding is available in both panels and shingles and will give your house an authentic look similar of real wood. It is available in a variety of treatments and finishes, so you can choose what best compliments the rest of your house.
- Fiber Cement Siding; Similar to wood siding, fiber cement siding is also available in both panels and shingles as well as planks. Fiber cement siding is made up of a mixture of cement, sand and cellulose fibers. One of the benefits to fiber cement siding is that is cant have the same look as natural siding material. Those who choose to go with fiber cement will get a very tough siding (as tough as concrete) and one that is much thicker than vinyl.
Calculate Your Siding Project
To start, if you’re working with panels and clapboards, the first step is to measure your home’s exterior walls. This includes doors and windows. You must remember to note the size of one piece of siding and divide the exterior wall measurement by that size of one piece to determine how many pieces you will need. It is always smart to include doors and windows in the measurement incase the time comes where a replacement is needed and you have replacement pieces available if needed.
Check Out Stone Veener
Another option for your siding is Stone Veener. This gives off a solid, natural look to compliment you siding. It is an addition that is long lasting and gives off the appearance of natural stone. It is also very easy to maintain, as it only requires a washdown with a hose or scrub with a soft brush.Â
