What is Cement Siding?

Fiber cement siding was developed about a century ago by a man named James Hardie in Australia. It is a composite material that is made from cement, cellulose, and sand. Cement siding was originally designed for use in extreme temperatures and harsh weather conditions. While it can perform well in climates where excessive moisture and below freezing temperatures are common, it can also be used with excellent results in much milder conditions. Benefits of Los Angeles Cement Siding Though torrential downpours and sub-zero temperatures aren't exactly commonplace in Los Angeles, cement board siding is still an option to be considered when looking to change the appearance of your home. For one thing, it holds paint extremely well; wood and aluminum siding tend to expand and contract, which causes paint to crack and chip away. Once you've painted your cement siding, however, it is likely that you might not need to paint it again for several decades. Unlike vinyl siding, which should never ...  more

Cement siding is the outside siding or walls of a building that are made from a cement material. The siding may be poured in molds at the site, or it may be poured in molds away from the site and transported to the building location. Cement siding can also be cinder blocks. Many refer to stucco as cement siding as well. Cement siding is a very popular type of house siding, especially in southern regions of the United States where hurricanes are prevalent. Cement is one of the easiest way to meet stringent hurricane building codes that are in force in some areas of the Southeast. However, even for other locations where wind may be a big factor from time to time, concrete siding is a popular option. Commercial properties seem to be one of the most popular applications for cement siding. Due to the fact it is relatively cheap and durable, commercial buildings tend to choose this as one of the first options. Often, the owners of these buildings are concerned more about their daily ...  more

Cement siding, fiber-cement siding, and cement board siding are all different names for the same thing. Developed a century ago and made extremely popular by an Australian company called James Hardie, cement siding is designed to be a durable and weather-resistant cladding material for climates both mild and harsh. Composed of cement, sand, and cellulose fiber, it is made to stand up to excessive moisture, blazing sun, and freezing cold temperatures. Benefits of San Diego Cement Board Siding Cement siding is an extremely durable material, and has been known to last decades without needing any more maintenance than an occasional cleaning. It is fire resistant, which is a huge benefit in southern California, and is an unattractive material for bugs to eat or nest in. Some moisture issues have been reported with cement board siding, but as these were generally due to poor installation, and since precipitation isn't a big factor in San Diego, cement board siding would be wrongly ...  more