Lp smartside engineered wood trim siding resists damage from impacts better than fiber cement and vinyl siding.
Engineered siding that looks like osb on the back.
This siding is found on over 1 5.
The siding is more cost effective and lighter than wood too.
You won t have to deal with wood rot or termites with engineered wood.
It also has a glossy look from the binders.
Manufactured 4 x8 sheets specifically engineered for outdoor use to withstand the elements.
If a cut edge is left untreated there.
If you picked the sample on the right you chose lp smartside engineered wood siding.
What is engineered wood siding.
A vinyl siding sample is pictured on the left and fiber cement siding in the middle.
It includes a unique beveled edge for water shedding.
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I dont think it would be necessary to prime the back.
It needs to be painted or stained.
The cedar finish looks like a solid wood siding and i think it has a better finished aesthetic quality than fiber cement.
Engineered wood siding is low maintenance and long lasting.
I have heard of scrapes being left to soak in water and not having a noticeable change after months in water.
Lp smartside products feature deep shadow lines for a premium appearance that looks more like real wood than vinyl or fiber cement siding.
Learn more about our engineered wood siding and trim.
Composite siding osb siding planks.
Engineer wood siding boards are made to look like real wood but they are way more durable than their older ancestors.
The back side looks like osb but it has a different texture as if it was pressed at a higher psi.
Engineered wood siding cons.
It is a simple to install.
Manufactured 4 x8 plywood or osb sheets often with grooves cut into one face to look like a plank profile.
Textured strand lap siding delivers a natural wood appearance with the durability of engineered products.
Engineered wood siding can be purchased pre primed ready to paint or pre finished in any number of finish options which reduces the field and labor time once installed.
Exterior siding hardie siding tongue and groove composite siding less than 15 in.
Strand smartside 8 in.
Replacing your wood with fiber cement siding allows you to keep the appearance without the upkeep.
It has an infused color finish but can be painted or stained.
In this case the fiber cement siding has been stained to help capture the look of real wood for this rustic cabin.
All siding is only as good as its installation just like fiber cement engineered wood siding needs to be primed every time a cut is made in the wood.