Fibre Cement Siding

If you like the look of wood, but are not enamoured of the price or the upkeep, wood composite or fibre cement might be a good choice. Wood composites have been around for a while. Some brands have performed well while others have failed miserably. Among the best-performing wood look-alikes are the fibre cement materials. They mimic the look of natural wood better than any other "man-made" product. Among the many advantages of fibre cement siding are that it won't warp, twist or melt or burn and, in contrast to natural wood, is pest-resistant-a real plus if you live in termite country. Also, fibre cement is more impact-resistant than aluminium, steel or vinyl. Like natural wood, fibre cement must periodically be painted and can be subject to freeze-thaw damage when not properly sealed.