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| WeatherBoards Fiber Cement Individual Shake Siding  The number of options in creating eye-catching exterior designs using fiber cement siding continues to grow, thanks to the introduction of CertainTeed WeatherBoards Individual Shakes. The Individual Shakes round out an existing portfolio of fiber cement siding products that feature the beauty of cedar shakes without the drawbacks of wood. "Cedar shake siding has been a firm fixture in construction history and has experienced waves of popularity throughout the years," says Phyllis Vail, director of marketing communications for CertainTeed's Siding Products Group. "With CertainTeed WeatherBoards Fiber Cement Siding, there are multiple options in creating the rugged, dimensional appearance of cedar shakes without the upkeep that is required by wood siding."A durable, noncombustible siding, WeatherBoards Individual Shakes are available in three sizes that provide for enhanced design flexibility as well as ease of installation. Consisting of 6-1/4, 8-1/4 or 12-inch widths, the shakes are primed with FiberTect sealant, offering protection against damaging moisture. The shakes can be installed with a straight or staggered edge and can be used in whole house applications or accent areas. The WeatherBoards product line also includes two additional profiles that emulate the look of cedar siding. Perfection Shingles are offered in 12-foot panels and can be installed like lap siding. Random Squares are available in 12- or 16-inch panels with a straight or staggered edge and three varying patterns that can be used to create a dimensional, random appearance. "In addition to a variety of styles and colors, WeatherBoards offers the most authentic-looking grains and textures of any fiber cement siding on the market," adds Vail. "It is an environmentally friendly siding that is unrivaled in looks and performance." Unlike wood, WeatherBoards is noncombustible, impact-resistant, impervious to wood-boring insects, resistant to UV rays and will not rot. With a recycled content of 50 percent, the siding is backed by a 50-year limited transferable warranty and can contribute to LEED certification and NAHB Green Building standards. write your comments about the article :: © 2010 Construction News :: home page |