Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding was first introduced to the exterior cladding market in the early 1960s and steadily grew in popularity over the next four decades because of its durability, versatility and ease of maintenance. The product is manufactured primarily with polyvinyl chloride, a material that gives it impact resistance, rigidity and strength.
Today, vinyl siding is the number one choice of exterior cladding across the country. U.S. Census Bureau statistics show twice as many homeowners side their homes with vinyl than with any other material. The facts are that vinyl siding is available in a broad palette of colors, profiles and trims to assist architects, builders and homeowners in customizing their new construction and renovation designs, and can complement historical restoration projects.
Siding is the outer covering of a house meant to shed water and protect from the effects of weather.
Siding may be formed of horizontal boards, vertical boards, shingles, or sheet materials. In all four cases, avoiding wind and rain infiltration through the joints is a major challenge, met by overlapping, by covering or sealing the joint, or by creating an interlocking joint such as a tongue-and-groove or rabbet. Since building materials expand and contract with changing temperature and humidity, it is not practical to make rigid joints between the siding elements.
Siding may be made of wood, metal, plastic, or composite materials. It may be attached directly to the building structure (studs in the case of wood construction), or to an intermediate layer of horizontal planks called sheathing.
It's a fact that 82% homes have vinyl siding installed. Brand. So why is vinyl siding so popular among homeowners nationwide? It's virtually maintenance free. The color does not peel; blister or flake, so there is never a need to paint. Ever. It also offers great curb appeal with more trim options, more styles and more colors than ever before. Plus it still offers the lowest total installed cost, as well as the lowest life cycle cost over the life of the home, making it a great value. Add to that its ability to withstand high winds (certified up to 90 mph or higher) as well as heat in excess of 100°F and sub-zero cold, plus an ability to resist termite infestation and moisture buildup, and you've got a vinyl siding product that's attractive to many homeowners.
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