Fiber cement siding has the durability of cement, a class 1A fire rating, is impervious to wood-boring insects, does not rot, and is resistant to deterioration from salt and ultraviolet rays.

Cement: Binds the ingredients. Made with limestone, clay, and iron. James Hardie® Fiber Cement Siding Benefits Durability: Resists damage from wet, humid climates as well as cold, dry climates.

Fiber-cement siding is installed with nails, so in some applications those may be visible. However, the silica dust generated during construction should collect in and mask the holes.

Fiber-cement planks made with a wood-grained or a smooth finish are popular. These come in widths of 4 to 12 inches, so you can match existing siding if you’re building an addition or garage.

It combines the durability of cement with the aesthetics of wood or stucco. Fiber cement siding is resistant to fire, termites, and rot, making it a long-lasting and low-maintenance option.

The panels are made of fiber cement, just like some of James Hardie’s existing lineup of wood-style siding, but their surface texture is closer to a stucco-style finish.

In terms of units, builders used stucco on 279,000 new houses, while vinyl siding was installed on 250,000 houses, fiber cement on 240,00 houses, brick on 189,000 houses, wood on 45,000 houses and ...

Unlike brick or stucco, which may require regular painting or sealing to maintain its appearance, fiber cement siding often comes pre-painted with long-lasting finishes.