Types of Exterior Vinyl Siding for Homes

The look of a house can tell a lot about the homeowner’s personality. There are many ways to decorate the outside of the home, which is the first thing visitors see. Vinyl siding is a popular style to use when updating the home for various reasons including its cost and low maintenance. 

Insulated Vinyl Siding

Insulated vinyl siding is backed by a layer of foam or other kind of insulating material. Insulated vinyl siding is resistant to dents, can help reduce noise and help the home be more energy efficient. This siding is good for people who live in areas that have extreme weather.

Smooth Vinyl Siding

Smooth vinyl siding comes in a variety of colors. It also gives off a more modern look than other types of siding because it has no texture imprinted on its surface.

Fiber cement siding

Fiber cement siding is good because it holds up against all kinds of weather. This type of siding it will not warp, buckle or rot. Fiber cement siding also comes in a multitude of colors and is low in maintenance costs.

Board and Batten Siding

Board and batten siding has the alternate placement of wide boards and narrow batten strips. You can lay this type of siding horizontally or vertically depending on the look you are trying to achieve. This kind of siding is popular on barns. 

Log Vinyl Siding

This kind of siding is popular with those who want their homes to look like a cabin. You can choose the color of the wood that you want and this is less expensive than having actual logs on your house.