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Siding Performance and Durability

Siding is exposed to Mother Nature all day, every day, for years. Weather, water, time, fire and pests—all can lead to trouble. That’s why James Hardie’s hardworking products are engineered to stand up beautifully, whatever the elements.
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Bad weather can strike at any time. So we test our products to better withstand worst-case scenarios: hurricanes, UV rays, snowstorms, and more. But it’s not only extremes that break down siding—the change of seasons does a number on materials such as vinyl (which may crack in the cold) and wood products (which expand and contract with changes in moisture and humidity). Only fiber cement products by James Hardie are Engineered for Climate®.
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A Hardie™ Zone for everyone
After studying the long-term effects that different climates have on siding, we created the Hardie™ Zone system, to ensure that you get the right product for your region. HZ5® products are made to resist wet, freezing conditions. HZ10® products protect homes from heat, humidity, blistering sun and more.
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The things we value most should last the longest. That's why we invented fiber cement and remain committed to continually raising the bar for the rest of the industry. For decades, James Hardie has made the most beautiful, durable siding and trim products on the market.

Moisture &
Rot Resistance

Water can damage your home like nothing else can. It may be gradual, but it is relentless, and can cause siding to swell and crack, lose paint and lead to mold if not properly managed. This is where James Hardie stands out from its competitors.
Exterior solutions by James Hardie are specifically engineered to withstand damage from moisture and rot, and will hold their own, come rain, sleet, or snow.
Wood-based siding has a tendency to expand, buckle or crack when repeatedly exposed to cycles of precipitation and drying. 

Siding surviving the storm

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Durable Over Time

One thing’s for sure: As the years go on, we all show signs of aging. But since James Hardie brand products are created to stand up to the demands of your specific climate, they will look great for years, potentially saving you time and money.
With James Hardie's added benefit of ColorPlus® Technology—a baked-on color option that resists fading—your siding will look great without excessive maintenance.
This photo of wood siding shows how it can be susceptible to moisture and harsh weather conditions and tends to expand and peel over time.

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Fire Protection

In case of a fire, you want to know the walls of your house will help protect you while your family seeks safety. Fire feasts on wood, and it melts vinyl almost instantly. But Hardie® siding will not ignite when exposed to a direct flame, nor will it contribute fuel to a fire.
Because James Hardie brand products are non-combustible, many insurance companies offer a discount. We recommend sharing fiber-cement siding's fire-resistance qualities with your insurance carrier.
This home was one of the few left standing in Grizzly Flats, CA after the Caldor Fire raged through the town in 2021. Hardie® Plank helped protect against fire spread, even when a planter caught fire against the siding (as shown in image). Click here for full story.

*Hardie® siding complies with ASTM E136 as a noncombustible cladding and is recognized by fire departments across the U.S. including Marietta, GA, Flagstaff, AZ and Orange County, CA.​ Fiber cement fire resistance does not extend to applied paints or coatings, which may be damaged or char when exposed to flames.

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Insusceptible to pests

Mother Nature’s creatures can wreak havoc on some types of siding. Because it’s wood, OSB or wood-composite siding can be pecked by birds and damaged by insects.
Hardie® fiber cement siding offers little appeal to critters and won’t be eaten by termites. So you can focus on the animals in your life that actually make you happy.
Shown here, a woodpecker has done extensive damage to this wood home, leaving it at risk for moisture and other pests to get in.

Weather Withstanding

Severe weather will test the strength of your home. Hail and blizzards hit hard and fast. Extreme droughts and relentless heat can go on and on. Your choice of siding, along with proper installation, can help your home stand up to these unpredictable elements.
Hardie® fiber cement siding resists the impact of hail and windblown debris and is designed to perform in extreme heat and cold.
Vinyl siding can crack in harsh weather conditions like hail storms.
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