Common Questions About Siding
Renovators Place Columnist
Mar 15, 2010
As you begin to shop for home siding, consider some common questions home owners ask:
Also consider these common terms:
- What are the benefits of home siding? Siding is a cost effective way to update your house or mobile home. The materials are durable and easy to clean, and can reduce your home maintenance costs. This type of home improvement project can increase the resale value of your home.
- Can I paint siding? Aluminum siding can be painted, but vinyl is designed with its own finish and often is not painted. In fact, some manufacturers will void the warranty if vinyl siding is painted.
- How do I maintain siding? Siding is easy to maintain by spraying it off periodically and washing it thoroughly once each year. Aluminum and wood siding then would be painted to keep them looking new.
- Can I use home siding along with other building materials? Yes! This is done frequently with room additions, where home owners prefer to add siding instead of more costly brick or stone.
Also consider these common terms:
- Gauge - This refers to the thickness of the siding panel. The higher the gauge, the thicker the panel. Thicker panels are more durable and provide greater resistance to the weather and other exterior conditions. They also hang straighter and flatter on the home, creating a more attractive finished look. Look for siding ranging from .040-inches to .048-inches thick.
- Grain - Home siding is molded with various grains, ranging from smooth to textured. A smooth grain can help create a more traditional look, while a textured look can give a rustic appearance.
- Profiles - Home siding is made with various profiles that help distinguish the design. Among the options to consider are clapboard style, beveled or beaded. Each can enhance the architecture of your house or mobile home.
- PVC - Vinyl siding is made from polyvinyl chloride ? or PVC. This material has replaced metal as the main material in many home improvement building products. PVC is durable and rigid.
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