There is a lot of discussion of fiber cement boards on alt.home.repair & alt.building.construction. Since the quality of wood available is much reduced over the past 40 years or so, synthetics are an increasingly good choice. Fiber cement comes in many forms, resists deterioration, & holds paint well. Fiber cement is heavy & Dust from sawing is dangerous. Read manufacturer directions carefully.
TB
Any opinions about Hardieplank--good and bad?
Thanks, there's a lot of good information on the other group. I appreciate the suggestion.
I'm looking for something that holds the paint well--HardiePlank seems to be the ticket.
i agree with your assessment. made me wonder why they called it hardi, should have called it plain old plank. or hardly plank:)
i am applying hardiplank to 3 buildings roughly 260'x70' each. i just started with it not too long ago and already im not set on it. heavy, dangerous dust, lots of scrap from the slightest ding, flimsy, the seams look like a**, and it doesnt seem to hold a nail worth a hoot
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