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About Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is made from polyvinyl chloride, or PVC. It comes in a staggering number of shades that allows the homeowner to purchase an exterior product that perfectly complements the rest of the home as well as the property as a whole. Vinyl siding products can be attached directly to clapboard or cedar shake, and is less expensive than most other types of exterior coverings. It never needs painting, nor will it rot or decay as is the case with wood. This type of exterior siding is now the most popular in the United States and is also showing dramatic increase in sales worldwide.

Aside from the flat colors available, vinyl siding also comes in a variety of shades that mimic other products. The architectural design often resembles wood grain, making it possible to create an exterior that has the look of traditional paneling.

Vinyl siding is attached from the bottom up, and the panels are secured to the clapboard using roofing nails. This product expands in hot weather and therefore the panels must be able to move slightly from side to side.

There are a number of environmental concerns with vinyl siding products, most of which center around the possible health hazards. PVC is thought to cause cancer in humans, and although the vinyl on the exterior of a home is considered safe, disposing of this material is costly and can do harm to those who work around it on a constant basis. Also there is the added danger of toxic fumes should the home ever be damaged by fire.

One option some are considering is the use of a spray-on type product that is actually a vinyl resin. Applied like paint, it offers a thin sheet of protection and lasts for an extremely long period of time.

Another concern with vinyl siding is that is not very wind resistant. Those living in areas where high wind is common may wish to consider another type of exterior product. Wind can easily get beneath the panels and cause them to move both laterally and vertically, and numerous homes have been stripped of the siding product on the windward side of the structure. Also homes that were built more than 60 years ago may actually lose their overall value when covered in vinyl siding because the property may already be considered an historical residence.

Vinyl Siding: A Great Choice for Most Homes

Vinyl siding has a been a top choice for home builders for many years. The siding is available in a huge array of colors which allows a home owner to receive a custom look for their property. Vinyl siding is constructed from PVC and many manufacturers offer a lifetime warranty on their product.

There are several types of vinyl siding, and many manufacturers that produce it. The longevity of the siding will depend on several factors. One factor will be the brand that is purchased. Some types of siding are made to withstand the elements and age more than others. Another factor to consider is the environment where the siding will be used. Extreme temperature changes as well as natural elements such as snow, hail and rain will affect the life of the siding.

There are several benefits of installing vinyl siding. One benefit is that it is easy to replace. Most new siding is made so that a single part of damaged siding can be replaced as opposed to an entire section. This makes it an easy and economical choice. This type of siding is also very durable. There are no worried about rocks breaking it, or damage that may occur from lawn mowers.

There are also some cons associated with this type of siding. While there are many color choices available, other siding options such as painted wood offer even more customizable choices. Another con is that used siding cannot be recycled at this time. Some manufacturers of vinyl siding have begun to produce siding that is made partially from recycled materials. This will help to reduce the environmental impact of this siding choice.

Like many materials, you get what you pay for. There are many manufacturers of this type of siding and the prices range according to value and durability. It is important to select the type of siding that will be appropriate for the specific home and the environment it is being used in.

 

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