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Home Siding Options: Masonry Siding

Masonry siding is a more “expensive” and “elegant” choice compared to the other types of siding. It is rarely used in the middle-class communities and more commonly seen in “upper” class homes. Masonry siding can fit to the personality of the owner, stucco, stone, and brick being just some of the choices you have to choose from.

Masonry siding may be a right solution for homeowners who would like to have either a beautiful old-looking house or a contemporary-style. The wide variety of color options available allows you to create a house from your dream. The durability of Masonry siding is ridiculous, lasting up to hundreds of years. At first glance, Masonry siding is quiet expensive. Yet, when you take into consideration that the siding should last all of your lifetime and probably most, if not all of your grandkids’, Masonry siding is very cost efficient. It might cost a lot now, but in the long run you will never have to replace it. Just make sure the choice you make you enjoy, because more than likely you’ll be sticking with it for the rest of your life.

One thing to keep in mind though, is to use the right kind of Masonry depending the area you live in. For example, Stucco does not do well in an area of a lot of rain, and brick can lead to overheating a house if you live in a very warm environment. Remember to take such factors into consideration when purchasing your masonry siding. And most of all, try and put your personality into it. Masonry siding is the best type of siding where you can truly express yourself. And for the type of money it costs, and how long it should last, you should definitely muse over your decisions before making your choice. For after all, this gives a new meaning to a “long-term investment”. Best of luck on choosing the Masonry siding that fits you best!

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Home Siding Options: Metal Siding

The first types of metal siding were popular as an alternative to wood siding. It was mentioned in the previous articles that wood siding requires high maintenance. Metal siding could save time and money because it is quite cheap and very durable but it is not recommended for home owners because of its look and it is very noisy. It is the first choice for any kind of industrial buildings.

Metal siding is very prone to denting, hail damage, extreme heat and rain and it is a good option in the places where houses are exposed to the salt and moisture especially ocean areas. So who may prefer this type is siding? It is not to everyone’s tastes. Those looking for siding that looks “elegant” or “beautiful” might consider looking elsewhere. Yet if you’re the type of home owner looking for durable, long lasting, and very cost efficient siding, Metal siding the way for you.

Another alternative is aluminum siding. This type of siding is often used on trailer park homes, and is a far cheaper alternative to metal siding. The big issue with aluminum siding is that the color seems to dull significantly over time, and it has durability issues over the long haul. Back in the 50’s and 60’s it was a very popular alternative, yet over the years its drawbacks were exposed and Aluminum siding quickly went out of style. Yet in tough economic times like this, aluminum is still a viable option for the desperate homeowner needing to urgently replace their siding. After all, it could be replaced later on in better days.

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Benefits of Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is an interesting and popular alternative to painting a room for people who are looking to improve the appearance of their home. Vinyl is very cheap and will last you a long time. There are certain advantages and disadvantages to Vinyl that one should know about though, before choosing it as an option.

One of the greatest advantages of vinyl is its durability. Vinyl siding should last you a very long time and is easy to maintain. It is capable of withstanding extreme weather, and is very easy to clean. More modern versions of Vinyl are even stronger than the older versions, adding more bang for the buck. Vinyl siding also copes very well with sunlight without losing any of its color.

Maintenance on Vinyl siding is extremely easy. The side never needs to be painted and it should never fade because of sunlight. All that is needed to maintain vinyl siding is washing it, for occasionally it might get dirty. Yet after washing it, it should look just like new. Not only is it easy to maintain, it is also very inexpensive and cost efficient. Unlike paint, which constantly requires new layers every few years, Vinyl siding should last you an absurdly long period of time without ever needing to be replaced.

Vinyl siding can be found in many colors, textures, and designs. This gives a house owner a lot of options to find a style that fits just their taste and goes well with the rest of their house.

Yet, there are some negatives to Vinyl siding. It is more expensive to replace incase it does get ruined, such as in very severe weather conditions. In some cases it could turn out be less durable than even wood. And if a part of the Vinyl siding gets damaged, you’ll be forced to replace the whole panel. Another concern is moisture. Vinyl can be a trap for moisture. If moisture gets in between the panels, mold begins to grow. This would entail you to have to replace all the panels, again, costing you money.

Yet all in all, Vinyl siding, excluding freak accidents of weather or poor maintenance, is very cost effective. It looks good, it’s easy to set up, and is a great alternative to painting. So if you’re looking to remodel your house, or maybe just a room, in the modern day and Age you should consider Vinyl Siding.