Better Than T111 Siding

Lp smart siding looks great and is very durable.

Better than t111 siding. Though t1 11 siding is durable and improves the support of the structure it requires much more maintenance and needs to get refinished with stain every 3 to 5 years. Lp siding is as strong or stronger than t 111. Near the top of the list of advantages of t1 11 siding are ease of installation insulation value and low cost but many people would put appearance farther down the list. Then i gave it a good layer of paint.

Fiber cement is generally a great option when you re trying to mimic wood but without the maintenance of traditional wood. After considering the pros and the cons i believe the advantages of the smart panel siding far out weight the disadvantages which is really just one. The 5 8 inch plywood or. The all wood nature of t1 11 siding can also pose a problem for homeowners that are looking for maximum safety and fireproof construction as the flammability of t1 11 ranks much higher than other less flammable siding options like steel or stucco.

This translates into a very strong rated panel for shed construction. We believe it will last far better than t1 11 siding and should last about 20 years before it needs its first repainting. Fiber cement resembling t1 11 cedar siding. Lp siding is an engineered panel product made of wood strands oriented for strength and exterior rated adhesives lp siding is also a rated panel meaning it has testing behind certifying its use in residential construction.

It cannot be stained. About ten years ago the new owners covered it with vinyl siding i guess because they wanted to think they lived in legoland. If you re after the look of t1 11 cedar but wish to get something with less maintenance the allura 8 grove option is a great one. Plywood and osb which stands for oriented strand board the plywood product is slightly more expensive than its osb cousin although they are both are quite comparable in terms of strength and functionality.

On my first house the t1 11 had lasted for over 25 years without treatment until i added some vertical 1x2 cedar boards to give it the board and batten look. Other wood siding options. It is also susceptible to rot and general wear and tear. Lp smartside meanwhile requires far less maintenance and is more water resistant.

The plywood grade is more expensive but it does hold up better than osb.