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James Hardie vs Vinyl
Compare James Hardie Siding against 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 3.5 million homes in North America alone. |
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| James Hardie | Vinyl Siding | ||
| Flame Resistance | |||
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 | |||
Can be painted
any color you can imagine
and lasts longer
than with wood. |
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Color cannot be changed and is susceptible to fading. And it's difficult to get a perfect match when repairs are necessary. |
| Weather Resistance | |||
So durable it's
guaranteed for up to
50 years, even in the
most severe climates
on earth. |
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Becomes brittle in
cold weather. Can
be damaged by hail,
limbs, and other
flying debris. |
| Thickness | |||
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. |