If the job had been done right the house would have been a total loss.
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I ve seen house fires where the vinyl siding burned off only to reveal the superior asbestos shingles underneath which saved the house.
Like all siding materials some of these low cost alternatives have drawbacks.
Many homeowners choose vinyl siding because it is relatively inexpensive easy for a do it yourselfer to install resists insects and rot and never needs.
It plywood siding is an all wood exterior grade panel.
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Plywood siding features a rough sawn textured face for a beautiful rustic appearance.
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Exterior building products aren t 100 percent watertight.
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Was the problem that they put new siding over old or that they put new siding over a rotted wall with no drainage plain in between.
It is ideal for siding applications from new home construction utility buildings planters dog houses and other remodeling or do it yourself projects.
Brick is an.
They also cost more than stucco or vinyl.
Stucco is an extremely durable siding material that pairs well with other siding materials and adds a bit of architectural panache to a retrofit job.
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You may decide however that the added cost is worth it thanks to their long lasting qualities and aesthetic beauty.
Choosing a siding material that s appealing to the eye however is a purely subjective choice.
Exterior painting siding front doors roofs windows curb appeal porches front yards.
Installing vinyl siding over wood siding.
Some potential homeowners may like the elegant look of brick or the traditional look of wood siding while others may prefer cultured stone or stucco which is a combination of lime sand and water and is actually a modern version of ancient adobe construction a building technique introduced.
For example fiber cement siding is much heavier than traditional siding options and needs some moisture barrier underneath to ensure its waterproof qualities.