If you want to increase the curb value of your home and give your property a facelift, you should consider choosing the right siding replacement. It is very simple really. The value of a property is directly proportional to its beauty and attractiveness in the minds of potential buyers. If you do your job right, it is possible that you will be able to get just what you need and want for your house.
Apart from that, a neat and clean look will make you feel ‘right at home’ so to speak. You can change the siding of your home if it has become old and worn out. Alternatively, you can do it just to change the look of your property. In any case, you will need to go through various options regarding colors and choice of material before you decide what is ideal for your home. Let us see how you too can give your home a much-needed facelift by selecting the ideal siding for it:
Select the right materials
Many, if not most siding related products are designed in such a way that they strongly mimic real wood siding. Yes, original wood siding is also available, but it is not as long-lasting as the many different siding materials currently in vogue today. Add to that the fact that real wood is now very expensive. However, a veritable plethora of siding materials can replicate the look and feel of real cedar siding. Some of the more common siding options include the following:
Vinyl
This is arguably one of the single most common materials available today for the external décor of your home. It is a low-cost long-life option consisting of polymer-based plastics. It is available in many different sizes, thicknesses, and qualities. There are lots of colors and textures available. The cost comes to around $9-10 or so per square foot which makes it quite affordable. Apart from that, vinyl also allows a lot of insulation behind it. It is rot proof and many contractors also offer insect repellent vinyl sidings. However, it won’t last more than 10-15 years and it is seldom fireproof.
Composite board
This is a very eco-friendly form of siding and it is manufactured from recycled wood pulp. The different sides of the wood are heavily compressed and then stuck with powerful adhesives. Composite is available in just about any color you like. In fact, if it is available in a paint store, you are likely to find it with your composite siding vendor as well.
If the paint starts to chip, just repaint it all over again instead of swapping the whole thing. It is quite easy to install and can be treated with insect repellent. However, it is not only not fireproof but quite combustible as well. If you live in a rain prone area it might not be suitable because the wood can swell and burst.
Aluminum
This is also a very common type of siding and it is widely available in many different designs and colors. This siding is built to last. Even if you don’t spend much on maintaining it, you can rest assured that it will easily last for decades. It can also handle inclement weather such as violent thunderstorms, snow, and hail. If you feel that it is looking under the weather, you can simply have it repainted. If an area becomes chipped or dented, you can easily repair it or even replace the affected section with a new one without any difficulty.
It is considered to be one of the most fireproof sidings around, which makes it very safe. Since it is painted after installation, you can change the color once you check a sample piece or two and go for something you really like. However, it is expensive and there are not as many designs or textures available as various other kinds of siding systems.
Conclusion
There are many siding options for your consideration. You will have to research the various options till you find something that is just right for your home and the weather conditions in your area. Good luck!
