Have you ever wondered if your siding product once installed will have to be painted after installation? James Hardie and LP Smartside both offer primed finishes so that there is no need to paint after installation. James Hardie also offers a product called Hardie Color Plus which is the finish is directly applied before the product is purchased.
How long are James Hardie and LP SmartSide boards?
The table below shows how James Hardie Board and LP Smart side last. Buy getting the longer 16-foot board that SmartSide offers it results in fewer seams on your home after the product is installed.
| LP SmartSide | James Hardie |
| 16-foot board lengths | 12-foot board lengths |
When it comes to siding doing a bit of homework will save you time and money in the long run.
What is James Hardie Products? Generally referred to as “Hardie” or “HardiePlank.” James Hardie products are often referred to as “fiber-cement” products because of the materials that they are made out of.
James Hardie siding products are Fiber cement that is a composite material made of cement reinforced with cellulose fibers. the final ingredients are the binding agent that holds everything together. The actual cement content of the finished product is relatively low, similar to the cement content in concrete. The resultant product is a very hard, albeit brittle, exterior siding product.
LP SmartSide Siding
LP Smartside is made out of the engineered wood product. There are a variety of steps in the process involving raw lumber through the wood chipper, then strands go through a process of where the wood chips are coated and then Zinc Borate is added which prevents wood & rot. Interwoven to produced stability with the LP Smartside and then again compressed to the desired thickness
Trying to figure out what type of siding to go with for your home? Here are a few common questions asked and the differences between James Hardie Siding and LP Smart Side.
Does James Hardie or LP SmartSide offer a better warranty?
| LP SmartSide | James Hardie |
| 50-Year Limited Warranty | 30-Year Limited Warranty |
What Kind of screws are used for Hardie Board Siding?
The Backer-On 1-1/4 in. Cement Board Screws are designed for attaching HardieBacker or equivalent fiber cement backer board to wood or light gauge steel studs.
Is Hardie Board Siding Waterproof?
Yes, Hardie board siding is waterproof. All boards are treated at the factory and designed to hold up to strong winds and rains.
How long does Hardie Board Last for?
If the Hardie Board is installed correctly it can last up to 50 years.
Does LP Smartside need to be painted?
LP Smartside siding comes painted from the factory however, what is not painted or treated is the end pieces where the boards have actually been cut. So the ends of each board need to be painted.
How much does LP SmartSide Siding cost?
LP SmartSide cost: $1.85-$3.75 per square foot for siding and all trim accessories. LP SmartSide installation: $3.50-$8.00 per square foot. LP SmartSide total cost: $5.35-$11.75 per square foot. LP SmartSide ROI: 82% to 87%
Why Choose K-Boys Construction?
We listen to our customers and always give fair and honest quotes. We are also locally owned and operated and our reputation for quality service is well known throughout Palm Beach County and Martin County, Florida and surrounding areas.
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