James Hardie Blog

In the same way your clothing can reflect your personality, the siding on your home’s exterior has something to say about your family’s style. When guests pull up to your house, your exterior siding should give them a glimpse of your family’s style with the home you’ve created together. Beautiful siding is also an essential aspect of creating curb appeal, which can boost the value of your home.   

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Learn all the terminology used when researching and selecting house siding. This guide covers types, materials, styles, and more.

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Another successful NAHB International Builders’ Show in the books! Thank you to all who were able to stop by our booth and learn about our newest innovations including the Hardie^TM Architectural Collection, and our collaboration with Chip + Joanna Gaines to create the Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection. We also celebrated our biggest milestone yet, having Hardie^® products helping protect and beautify 10 million homes across North America.
If you couldn't make it this year, not to worry, we have a re-cap below to catch you up. 

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When it comes time to replace your siding, you’ll enjoy several benefits — enhanced curb appeal, the opportunity to express your individual style, and strengthened protection for your home and its precious contents. That’s why it’s important to choose an expert siding contractor who has plenty of experience completing exterior remodeling projects in your local community. Proper installation is essential for maintaining the beauty and longevity of your new siding and preventing damage to your home.

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Learn how to choose the right siding type for your home with our guide to different siding options, including styles, cost, durability, maintenance & more.

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A home is more than its four walls. It’s a place in a community where you can feel a sense of belonging. It’s a place where you create memories, establish new traditions, and find peace at the end of a long day. It’s almost inconceivable that a wildfire could rip all that away in a matter of minutes. But that was the experience of homeowners in the Grizzly Flats community when the Caldor Fire destroyed two-thirds of their homes. “It came so fast. We had just enough time to get out and save ourselves,” said one resident.

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As 2022 comes to a close, we’re looking back on some of the key insights from James Hardie’s annual homeowner survey and providing some helpful resources to take with you in 2023.

This year, we see a continuation of home renovation interest with design at the forefront. Majority of homeowners (82%) say it’s an opportunity to express themselves! 

“The details are not the details, they make the design.” – Charles Eames

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Although the natural beauty of a winter wonderland is a sight to behold, harsh winters can be a real problem in the Northeast, Midwest, and other regions.

For homeowners in these cold climates, snowstorms and freezing weather can cause damage to the exterior of the home if it’s not protected by durable siding materials like Hardie® fiber cement products.

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Once the last bite of Thanksgiving pie is gobbled up, it’s time to untangle the outdoor light strands and start designing. Decking the exterior of your home with sparkling lights seems to ring in cheer all season long.

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With the holiday season upon us, we want to help make sure your home matches your holiday cheer by giving you tips on the best décor for your home style.

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