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Different Types of Home Siding

Sometimes the exterior siding on a home provides a simple decorative finish, but some also help to weatherproof your home. A stone or brick wall provides finish and structure while a block wall or wood frame needs to have stucco applied. As a homeowner these techniques and systems are typically only relevant when you are repairing your home or completely remodeling it. You will want to make sure that your siding matches your entire home and not just one section. There are several different types of siding that you can choose from.
Stucco
This can be applied on the bricks, blocks, or even metal laths in order to provide a weatherproofing and decorative coat that helps to keep the wall's structure protected. There are quite a few different options when it comes to stucco finishing including patterned stucco, rough stucco, and Pebble dash which can be achieved when pebbles are put into the stucco.
Different Siding Options
Siding is found on newer homes and helps to form an outer layer of a cavity wall. Many homes are covered in order to create a decorative effect while others serve as a weatherproofing function. Some homeowners choose wooden boards but you can also choose synthetic options such as aluminum, fiber cement, and vinyl. These types require a great deal less maintenance than the others and can even be painted to look more appealing.
Siding is supposed to be applied on top of building paper or a breather membrane. If your house is made of block, you may need to use furring strips over the paper so that there are anchor points for the screws and the nails to put the siding up with. This is typically installed from bottom all the way to the top using building paper. This type of project should be left up to a professional. If you have experience putting up siding, then have at it. But hiring a contractor is the best route to take if you want the siding to not only look good but last for many years to come.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the many different types of siding options that are available to homeowners who are looking to remodel their homes. Once you make a decision on the type of siding that you want for your home, it is best to contact a contractor to help you complete your project.
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