In years gone by, there were seven types of siding that homeowners could choose from. The choices were aluminum, asbestos, cement fiber, fiberglass, hardboard composite, vinyl, and wood. Changes have been made over the years in this area. Asbestos is no longer an option because of the risks it poses to health. Fiberglass and hardboard composite are rarely ever used any more either.
The four options that remain are aluminum, cement fiber, vinyl and wood. While deciding which one would be most appropriate for your residence, take into consideration the unique characteristics of each one.
Wood has lots of character and it looks great, but it can be frustrating to take care of because it is a high maintenance material. Some of the tasks you will find yourself needing to do repeatedly include caulking, repainting, and getting rid of insects that have found their way into the wood.
If you do decide that you want wood, how much you will pay will be based upon the style you choose and the kind of wood that you want. Hanging this type of siding is not that much of a chore. The board variety generally has grooves