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Choose Exterior Siding Materials for Your House

You're building a new home or remodeling. What materials should you use? Explore these pages for information about vinyl, concrete, and other siding materials. Find out which siding materials provide the most protection during storms, which are easiest to maintain, and which are the most economical.

Top Ten Exterior Siding Options
Nothing will impact the appearance of your home more dramatically than the type of siding you choose. As you shop for exterior siding, look for a material that suits the style of your house and also fits your lifestyle. Listed here are the most popular types of exterior siding, with links.

HardiPlank and HardiPanel: Fiber Cement Siding
HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about this durable siding material

Concrete Homes Withstand Storms
Homes made of concrete are much more storm-resistant than houses constructed of wood and steel. Here's why.

What You Need To Know About Vinyl Siding
Before you install vinyl siding over wood clapboard or cedar shingles, consider these important factors.

Stucco
Traditional stucco is a cement mixture used for siding.Many homes built after the 1950s use a variety of synthetic materials that resemble stucco. Here are facts about stucco and mock stucco, with information about stucco repairs.

Wood Siding Options
Which wood siding to choose depends on a home's style, location, and the homeowner's budget. While Cedar shingles are perennially popular, other options abound. This page from BobVila.com discusses the pros and cons of various types of wood siding.

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