Hardboard Siding - Comparison to James Hardie Siding

Combustibility
Non-combustible, creates very little smoke when exposed to flame, eligible for insurance discounts due to non-combustibility

Combustibility
Burns when exposed to a significant source of heat or flame, not eligible for non-combustibility insurance discounts

Aesthetic Performance
Maintains original appearance over product lifetime, increases curb appeal and appreciation, consistent beauty from porch to street

Aesthetic Performance
Frequent painting, caulking and spot repairs required

Pests
Impervious to termites and other insects

Pests
Hardboard siding is susceptible to damage by termites and other pests

Endurance
Dimensionally stable, will not rot, warp, buckle, swell or deteriorate even in the harshest climates, maintains original appearance over product lifetime, holds paint up to three times longer than wood, easy to handle and install

Endurance
Susceptible to rotting, warping, buckling, swelling, shrinking and expanding, is prone to deterioration from exposure, instability causes paint to crack and peel

Consumer Perception
Premium alternative, high-end, advanced technology

Homeowners happy with their siding choice.

Consumer Perception
Hardboard siding has an increased negative perception in view of multiple class-action lawsuits due to product failures