Wood
Wood Siding Lasts but Requires Maintenance
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The iconic look everyone wants
A natural and traditional choice
Nothing has a longer history as a building material in the United States than wood. It has many advantages when used as siding, but its few drawbacks have pushed many builders and homeowners toward other materials, some of which are manufactured to look like wood.
On the plus side, wood is easy to cut and shape, doesn’t require exotic tooling, doesn’t emit noxious dust or fumes, and is adaptable to many house styles. Wood is a natural product that requires ...
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