Fiber-cement siding is no fun to cut and handle, but its price and durability make... More
In this seminal JLC classic, Joe Lstiburek explains the principle and details of a... More
What do you think of today’s siding materials? What would you put on your own house? We asked 1,000 readers for their views; here’s what they told us. More
We take a close look at handling, cutting, installing, and painting fiber-cement to see how it compares with traditional lap siding. More
A New England builder tells how to trim capes and colonials with low-maintenance materials, and still keep a traditional look. More
A number of foreign building products represent true innovation. Here’s a selection of recent introductions to the U.S. market. More
This 50-year-old product has taken its share of knocks. Is it because of inherent problems or because installers and owners aren't holding up their end of the deal? JLC takes a look. More
