James Hardie Siding – Product Performance
Product Comparisons: James Hardie vs. Vinyl Siding
Choosing house siding from James Hardie makes sense: it provides low maintenance, but unlike vinyl siding, doesn’t sacrifice the beauty of wood. No wonder it’s protecting over 5.5 million homes in North America alone.
| James Hardie | Vinyl Siding | ||
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| Non-combustible. Approved for fire-rated construction. |  |
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Vinyl siding will melt or burn when exposed to a significant source of heat or flame. |
Color Flexibility |
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| Can be painted any color you can imagine and lasts longer than with wood. |  |
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Color can’t be changed and is susceptible to fading. And it’s difficult to get a perfect match when repairs are necessary. |
Weather Resistance |
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| So durable it’s guaranteed for up to 50 years, Resists rotting, warping, cracking, climateshail, and high winds up to 150 mph. |  |
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Becomes brittle in cold weather. Can be damaged by hail, limbs, and other flying debris. |
Thickness |
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| James Hardie siding’s strength and thickness provide impact resistance caused by hail or wind. |
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Premium vinyl siding is only 5/100″ thick. |
