Why LP SmartSide Stands Out from all the Rest

Fiber cement siding has been around since the early twentieth century and began gaining in popularity in the U.S. in the mid-1980s. Engineered wood siding is the new arrival to the party (LP SmartSide), having been introduced to the siding installation market in the latter part of the twentieth century. Both fiber cement and engineered wood have shown themselves to be superior to wood in terms of looks and durability, but which of these is the better route to take?

However, the two materials also demonstrate distinct differences that have allowed engineered wood, LP SmartSide, to become a top choice for remodelers like ST Evans and homeowners alike.

• Composition: Fiber cement begins as a mixture that includes wood fibers and Portland cement, while engineered wood uses treated wood strands combined with a resin binder for strength. This composition makes engineered wood lighter than fiber cement, which allows easier handling and a quicker installation on the job site. This is one reason ST Evans loves working with LP SmartSide.
• Installation: ST Evans can’t stop talking about how easy it is to work with engineered wood. It cuts like real wood, accepts nails and screws, and only requires ordinary woodworking tools for siding installation. Fiber cement requires specialized tools to cut and is more likely to break or crack, which results in more material waste. “LP SmartSide saves our customers a lot of money”, states Scott Evans.
• Panel Length: Fiber cement lap boards come in 12-foot lengths, while engineered wood can be manufactured in 16-foot lengths. The extra panel length makes engineered wood faster to install and can result in fewer seams. Again this helps to reduce material waste because the boards are much longer than any other siding options.
• Pricing. Engineered wood may be less expensive than fiber cement siding.

LP invites you to learn more about our SmartSide® engineered wood siding and the benefits it offers for you and your home. Visit the LP SmartSide gallery to see siding profiles, color options and more. For more information about LP SmartSide Siding and Trim, and to connect with a remodeler near you, visit www.UpsidetoSmartside.com.

If you are interested in giving your home a fresh new look with LP SmartSide then give ST Evans Inc. a call today at 314-267-4064 or email us stevansinc@charter.net. We offer GreenSky Financing. GreenSky offers many advantages like paperless application, credit limits up to $55,000, no payment/no interest if paid in full within promo period and immediate funding upon approval. So, call ST Evans, Inc. today for more information or visit us on our web at http://www.remodelingstlouismo.com/