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Mimics other siding. Low maintenance; requires no painting. Good airflow helps vent moisture. Won't warp, twist. Isn't damaged
by water or insects.
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Can be finished or left natural. Impact resistant, even in cold. Available primed and painted.
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Looks like wood. Won't warp, twist, melt, or burn. Isn't damaged by insects. Impact resistant. Available primed and painted.
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Includes brick, masonry, and stucco. Low maintenance. Isn't damaged by insects. Impact resistant. Won't melt or burn.
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An alternative to cement-based stucco. Creates a waterproof barrier when properly applied. Impervious to insects.
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Can chip or crack from cold-weather impacts. Can rattle, melt, or burn. Most expand and contract. Becomes brittle.
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Higher-maintenance if painted or stained. Can be damaged by water and insects. Can warp, twist, or burn.
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Requires periodic repainting, though less frequently than wood. May be damaged by water freezing and thawing.
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Requires periodic refinishing if painted. May be damaged by water freezing and thawing. Brick veneers require some repointing;
stucco requires some crack repair.
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Can trap moisture--a problem that has resulted in litigation. May fade or require refinishing. Can be damaged by impacts.
Can melt or burn.
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