Siding – what is it?

Siding is an effective facade cladding in the form of horizontal slats. In this way, Americans finish the facades of various types of real estate – both stately and luxurious houses in the style of villas, as well as small one-story houses. The siding facade panel is a great way to hide any imperfections in the wall, which is why it is installed not only on new, but also on older buildings that need to be refreshed.

The most popular types

There are many types of exterior cladding. The first thing that comes to mind is PVC facade siding – made of plastic and containing components that improve its performance. Panels of this type are characterized by high durability, and at the same time they are light and easy to install. They do not burden the building structure and ensure an effective metamorphosis of the facade.

 Although PVC panels are not expensive, nowadays another type – wooden facade siding – is gaining more and more popularity. A wooden facade board is an ecological and health-friendly material, but it needs regular maintenance to make it look impeccable. Most often, facade panels are made of species such as Siberian larch, spruce or pine.

 An alternative to the natural material is the wood-like facade siding, which resembles wooden boards, but is made of plastic. The façade siding made of imitation wood looks just as good, but it does not need to be renovated.

 Vinyl facade siding is also popular – it is durable, resistant to rain, snow, wind and other factors. Vertical facade siding is also available on the market.

Siding – what are the advantages?

– aesthetic considerations – horizontal façade panels are very attractive, have different colors and can be adapted to the character and style of the building;

– the ability to hide imperfections, e.g. a damaged façade – siding is the best way to cover up various façade defects (small cracks or scratches) without the need to apply a new façade plaster;

– improvement of thermal insulation parameters of the building – regardless of whether we invest in wooden, wood-like, vinyl or PVC panels, facade siding will protect the property against cold, and will also reduce heating costs;

– easy to keep clean – the boards can be cleaned, for example, with a pressure washer;

– protection of the facade against weather conditions, e.g. wind or rain

How to paint exterior siding?

Before painting the siding, the facade should be thoroughly washed, e.g. with a pressure washer and a detergent intended for cleaning the cladding panels.

How to restore siding that has lost its appearance and needs renovation? In the case of wooden boards, it is recommended to sand their surface in order to get rid of any imperfections, eg scratches. When painting vinyl boards, it is worth using acrylic paints, which create a flexible coating and adhere well to the substrate.

How to choose the color of the siding to the style of the house?

Are you wondering what color will be the best when installing facade siding? Popular colors are primarily white, gray, anthracite and brown. It is worth choosing a shade that matches the style of the arrangement in which the property is kept.

White facade siding is a frequent choice – the bright color reflects the sun’s rays and prevents the panels from getting hotter. White is universal and goes well with different styles, e.g. Scandinavian. If you follow trends and want your property to stand out from the crowd, put on gray facade siding. This is an offer for owners of houses in a modern style. White or brown window frames match the gray facade.

 On the other hand, anthracite facade siding will perfectly match black elements. Panels in this color can be mounted on barn-style houses – recently very fashionable. Other colors are also popular, such as golden oak siding, which can be used to finish properties in a classic manor style. The brown facade siding will also be a universal choice – this color will work almost everywhere.