Vinyl Siding - Comparison to James Hardie Siding

Combustibility
Other Vinyl Siding melts or burns when exposed to a significant source of heat
or flame, releases toxic fumes when burns, not eligible for
non-combustibility insurance discounts.

Combustibility
Non-combustible, will not melt or release toxic fumes, eligible
for insurance discounts due to non-combustibility.

Color
The color of vinyl siding cannot be changed once installed, bland pastel colors
recommended to delay fading, vinyl on different sides of the house
fade at noticeably different rates, repairs/replacement pieces
are obvious, almost impossible to do partial homes because limited
color options means often cannot match current color of other sides
of the house

Color
This siding can be painted in any color of the rainbow whenever desired, excellent color
retention lasting many years

Aesthetic Performance
Vinyl Siding: Thin, unnatural imitation wood look, overlapping seams, limited textures, decreases curb appeal and appreciation

Aesthetic Performance
Deep, realistic wood grain with less pattern repetition, available in various grain finishes, solid boards are more than five times the thickness of vinyl siding, increases curb appeal and appreciation, consistent beauty from porch to street

Durability
Vinyl Siding is brittle when cold, vulnerable to impact and/or wind damage, extreme weather causes expansion and/or contraction

Durability
Designed to last a lifetime, withstands winds up to 130 MPH, 50-year transferable product warranty

Endurance
Due to thinness of product, vinyl siding has difficulty maintaining its original shape, may warp or crack over time

Endurance
Dimensionally stable, will not sag or lose its shape over time

Environmental Impact
Fossil fuels required as a component of vinyl siding

Environmental Impact
Environmentally neutral

Consumer Perception
Research shows that within five years over half of homeowner’s with vinyl siding would have considered a different siding method

Consumer Perception
Premium alternative, high-end, advanced technology, Natural compliment to stone and brick-work. Homeowners happy with their siding choice.