Hardie board has an imprinted wood grain surface that ... there are some drawbacks that other types of exterior siding products don’t have. Weigh these considerations as you make your choice.

Hardie board siding is a popular option for durable, beautiful siding that can protect your home in the long term. This damage-resistant material can be manufactured to fit any design aesthetic.

Hardie board looks okay, if you get a good product from the manufacturer, but it appears their quality control is very poor. I may come back to add more, depending on my success or lack of success ...