Home siding materials add character and improves the outside appearance of a house. These items are also necessary to protect the structure from damage due to dirt, water, and the exposure to the elements. There are many varieties of the building materials, from all natural components to synthetic.
Usually, constant maintenance is required to keep the building material in tip top condition. There are sidings that require regular upkeep such as washing and painting. Still, there are others that does not need costly maintenance.
Vinyl is a material that is both cheap and durable. It is said it can last for 50 years if it is well taken cared of. It also has different colors and forms that many patterns and designs can be made from it. The homeowner can also choose between shakes or slants.
Another popular component utilized in the outside walls of structures is the stucco. This is a combination of cement, sand, and limestone. The mixture is applied to the external wall and provides a surface that is hard like concrete. The surface can also be textured or smooth depending on the preference of the owner.
This covering can also be used together with a metal lath or cinder blocks. This adds durability to the finished area. Three full coats of stucco is needed to blanket sufficiently the area of the outside wall.
Natural stones are attached to the walls using cement. These stones are cut and planed to smoothness before use. There are also synthetic stones, which are cheaper, available in slabs of different sizes. Stones, whether natural or artificial, are used commonly with stucco or vinyl for added design.
A mixture of fiber and cement called fiber cement is also used to cover the outside the walls. This is a much heavier option. Molds are used to create the designs of cedar flakes or wood grain. These home siding materials need repainting and priming every ten years to maintain its appearance.
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