Tuesday, August 31, 2010

What is Hardie Plank Siding?

What is Hardie Plank Siding?

A relatively new type of siding material, hardie plank is by far the most safe alternative siding option for homeowners looking to replace their wooden siding. It is a combination of natural and synthetic material. It is made from cellulose fibers and cement.

Advantages of Hardie Plank Siding

Fire Resistant:

When it comes to safety, this siding outranks traditional materials like wood. Although it is not entirely fire-proof, it is, nevertheless, a material that does not easily caught fire. During accidental fire incidence, a not so combustible material like hardie plank can buy a homeowner some precious time to respond to the accident.

Green Material:

Considering the current status of Mother Nature, most of us seriously consider a particular material before purchasing it. Is it green material? With hardie plank siding, the answer to that would be a big YES. Nature-loving homeowners need not worry about the source of this siding's cellulose fibers since it is entirely made from wood species that are not endangered. Also, this material does not contain toxic materials.

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