Friday, September 3, 2010

Have You Heard of Liquid Siding?

Vinyl siding is used in nearly 40 percent of new, single-family homes, followed in popularity by brick, stucco, cement, and wood. But now, liquid siding has joined the competition for homeowners examining their options. This spray-on vinyl siding material is said to resist rot, corrosion and denting known to wood or aluminum siding products. So far, it is offered through professional liquid siding contractors and is not currently good candidate material for home do-it-yourselfers (DIY). That's because its overall effectiveness is based on the preparation of the base surface and precision application.

Wondering how to apply this type of siding? If you're considering a DIY project, think twice. All exterior fixtures must be removed, landscaping must be draped or protected, wall bases must be trenched to allow full coverage, and the exterior walls must be prepped through a pressure wash cleaner designed for liquid siding installations. Exterior surfaces showing moisture damage must be repaired, surfaces should be scraped and sanded, and all parts of the surface that won't be sprayed (windows, soffits, etc.) must be covered, sealed, or caulked.

Four-Step Application

At some point, there may be a DIY installation kit, but for now the process is handled by licensed installers. Much of this is due to the need for proper surface preparation. Manufacturers say that application is completed in a four-step process including surface conditioning, primers and sealers, thermal-coating, and a topcoat application. Liquid siding is said to resist chipping and peeling, as well as fighting off mold, water, and mildew. It's produced in hundreds of color choices and can be maintained by water from your garden hose.

While today vinyl siding prices are reasonable, liquid siding offers a potentially even more cost effective alternative - even when factoring in labor.

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