D0 you live in Palm Beach County and are looking for advice on whether you should go with James Hardie & LP SmartSide Siding?
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.
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.
James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding
When it comes to siding doing a bit of homework will save you time and money in the long run when speaking with a siding contractor. 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 which is a composite material made of cement reinforced with cellulose fibers as well as a number of other proprietary ingredients that are a closely guarded trade secret.
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.
Whatever siding you choose to go with the professionals at K-Boys Construction siding services can help you determine what is the best product for your home and budget. Contact us today for your free quote.
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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