Aesthetics, Performance, Efficiency— Siding Options Are Nearly Endless (NAPSA)—Whenit comes time to choose exterior siding for your home, there are a numberof factors to consider, including curb appeal, installed cost, durability, sustainability and resale value— not to mention thecolor, texture, design and trim options that help to achieve a finished look. Your homereflects your individual personality and style, and the same sense of style you demonstrate inside can be expressed outside. Whether you are creating a new look for your homeor restoring its original, authentic beauty, there are a handful of siding types to consider. The following breakdown of siding can help you deter- Show your hol mine the right siding for your home. side by making smart siding choices. primed and ready for painting, allowing a homeowner extra design flexibility. Helping to create a comfortable point, polymer siding is made from insulated siding can help home- Typically at a higher price polypropylene resin and is offered in a shakeor shingle style with a cedar texture. Closely replicating perfection or rough-split wood, this siding can be used as a wholehouse application or, more cost effectively, in accent areas for a unique look. CertainTeed offers Cedar Impressions siding in over 30 different colors and six styles to fit your personalstyle. According to a recent study conducted by Hanley Wood, LLC, fiber cement siding returns more than 83 percent of the project cost upon resale. Many fiber cement siding options, such as CertainTeed’s WeatherBoards, contain a high-recycled content, making it also an eco-friendly choice. This durable, noncombustible siding stands up to the elements, provides long-lasting appeal and is backed by long-term warranties. Additionally, it comes finished or interior and a beautiful exterior, owners increase their energy sav- ings and decrease their carbon footprint. With high-recycled content, insulated siding takes sustainable siding to the next level. In fact, CertainTeed CedarBoards Double 6-inch insulated siding boasts an industry-leading 60 percent recycled content, andits flat, even face provides the look of wide-board woodsiding. Ultralow-maintenance vinyl siding is America’s most popular choice, and for good reason. The most affordable siding option, vinyl is built to last and brings color, style and durability to a home’s exterior. No two homes are alike. Different historic backgrounds, climates and homeowner preferences and lifestyles call for different types of siding. Visit www.CertainTeed.com to learn more.
