WHAT'S ON THE INSIDE COUNTS, SO WHAT'S ON THE OUTSIDE MATTERS

A rainy spring, a humid summer, a windy fall or snowy winter – through it all, feel confident your home will withstand whatever Mother Nature might bring. And since our siding is engineered to stand up to the demands of your specific climate, James Hardie has you covered. See the difference for yourself.

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WHY JAMES HARDIE FIBER CEMENT SIDING?

ENGINEERED TO LAST

The things we value most should last the longest. Engineered for Climate®, James Hardie® fiber cement siding is the superior choice against wind, moisture, snow, sleet, fire and more. 

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JAMES HARDIE SIDING

VS

VINYL SIDING

JAMES HARDIE SIDING

RESISTS WEATHER*

Resists damage from wind, rain, freezing temperatures and hail

VINYL SIDING

MORE AFFECTED BY ELEMENTS

Can be damaged by hail and may crack, buckle and warp with changing temperatures

JAMES HARDIE SIDING

RESISTS HEAT*

Noncombustible and resists damage from extreme heat**

VINYL SIDING

VULNERABLE

Vulnerable to melting caused by flame, grills and Low-E windows**

JAMES HARDIE SIDING

RESISTS FADING†

ColorPlus Technology finishes provided consistent color and high UV resistance 2000 hours of UV light exposure*†

VINYL SIDING

VINYL SIDING

Can fade or discolor faster than ColorPlus® finishes *** 2000 hours of UV light exposure

SHOW-STOPPING CURB APPEAL

With UV-ray resistant ColorPlus® Technology, find a look and design that’s uniquely you. Plus, it resists fading, so your home looks good longer.

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SIDING YOU CAN COUNT ON

All James Hardie® siding products come with a 30-year, non-prorated warranty. And since fiber cement costs less than wood, doesn’t attract pests, and is water resistant to protect against swelling, cracking and damage from mold, it buys you more mileage for your dollar.

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“Words cannot describe how HardiePlank® siding will change your home.” 

Jim C., homeowner

How to Choose a Builder

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*Visual representations based on James Hardie research and testing.
**James Hardie siding sample was exposed to a blowtorch for 90 seconds. Vinyl siding was exposed to heat of 140 degrees F for 30 seconds.
Within a controlled lab environment, samples were exposed to an accelerated QUV test for 2,000 hours.