Allura is a premium product that uses cellulose fibers, sand, silica, and Portland cement, that produces a plank that is the same thickness, but slightly denser than the HardiePlank product.

What is Allura trim made of?

Allura trim is made from our specially-formulated, durable fiber cement with one side smooth and one side textured. Allura Trim complements any siding product, and the machined square edges ensure a superior look and finish.

Is fiber cement siding the same as asbestos?

Fiber cement is a siding material that was introduced to the market in the 1980’s as a replacement for asbestos cement siding products. It has become common in some parts of the country, offering design versatility and a solid feel.

What is fiber cement siding made of?

What is Fiber Cement Siding Made of? Fiber cement is made up of a few simple ingredients: Portland cement, sand, water, and cellulose fibers. However, the composition will change depending on the manufacturer. James Hardie’s formulation includes propriety additives that enhance the performance of the product.

What siding is made out of cement?

Hardie Board siding is a super durable siding product that looks amazing, is long-lasting, and comes with a fabulous warranty. It’s made of cement, sand, and cellulose fibers which combine to create an outstanding material to both protect and beautify homes.

Where is Allura manufactured?

Our products, manufactured in North Carolina, Indiana and Oregon are specially formulated for high performance, look like natural wood but are fire, bug, moisture, impact and fade resistant with the strength and durability.

Can you use PVC trim with Hardie board?

As a company that has installed HardiePlank® siding on hundreds of homes we recommend using 3/4″ HardieTrim® boards instead of PVC for fascia boards, rake boards and the 1″ NT3 (cement) for corner posts.

How can I tell if my siding is asbestos?

The only true way to identify asbestos siding is to have it tested. It does have some characteristics too look for. It is ususally in a shingle/shake form 12″x24″. It may be smooth, or have a pressed wood-grain pattern on the surface of the board.

Will a bank finance a house with asbestos siding?

Will a bank finance a house with asbestos? The short answer: It depends. It may become an issue for government-backed loans with strict minimum property standards. Common building materials that used asbestos: types of insulation, floor and ceiling tiles, siding, roof shingles, and flooring glue.

How long does fiber cement siding last?

With regular TLC, your fiber cement siding can last 50 years or more —now that’s what I call long-lasting!

Can you drill into fiber cement siding?

It can be cut and drilled just like wood. However, drilling through cement-fiber siding goes better if you use a carbide drill bit, as opposed to a regular steel drill bit. Cement-fiber siding can be drilled while installed on a house or prior to installation. Otherwise, the board siding may snap during drilling.

Is Hardie Plank fiber cement?

The James Hardie brand produces high-quality fiber cement siding products, often called Hardie Board or HardiePlank. These terms are often interchanged with fiber cement. However, these brand name James Hardie products typically cost more than lower grade siding.

Is fiber cement good siding?

Fiber cement is made of water, sand, portland cement, and wood pulp or fiber. When mixed, a durable material is created that can be molded into different textures. The water is used to dissolve the wood fibers, activate the cement, and help it harden. Sand is mixed in to give the cement a thicker texture.

What is cement board siding called?

Hardie board siding, created by James Hardie and also known as cement board siding, has been around forever, but its popularity seems to come in streaks.

How much does cement fiber siding cost?

In general, fiber cement siding costs anywhere from $5.00- $13.50 per square foot installed.

What is the average cost of Hardie board siding?

On average, Hardie board siding costs $10 per square foot — so, for example, a 1,200-square-foot exterior wall would cost around $12,000 to install.