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Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 ... shingles and panels. Fiber cement siding is made with real wood in the form of cellulose fibers. Those fibers are mixed with Portland ...

Part of its appeal in wildfire-prone parts of the country is the material’s resistance to fire (some insurance providers ...

Fiber cement siding is a low-maintenance ... the 1960s and has remained one of the most common types of exterior home siding material. Vinyl siding is extremely versatile and comes in a variety ...

A Canton home that blends historic charm with modern amenities, and that dates to 1844, is now on the market for $899,000.

A home’s exterior is the first impression ... too soon because they wear out quickly. Materials such as fiber cement siding, PVC, composite decking, and metal roofs are trending.

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From modern new builds to timeless renovations, architects and homeowners alike continue to choose brick exteriors for their ...

Shaurya Visen, an analyst from Bank of America Securities, maintained the Sell rating on James Hardie (JHIUF – Research Report). The ...

In a report released yesterday, Samuel Seow from Citi maintained a Hold rating on James Hardie (JHIUF – Research Report), with a price ...