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LP SmartSide Trim & Siding vs. James Hardie Boards
How Does LP SmartSide Trim & Siding Stack Up to the Competition?
Let’s see how LP SmartSide Trim & Siding vs. James Hardie Boards compare in some key areas:
Material
James Hardie boards consist of Portland cement, sand, water and cellulose fibers, in addition to proprietary additives. LP SmartSide siding gets its superior durability from treated wood strands coated in resins, waxes and zinc borate for strength and impact resistance.
Appearance
James Hardie boards come in 12-foot lengths, while LP SmartSide siding can be manufactured in 16-foot lengths that can result in fewer seams for improved aesthetics. LP SmartSide siding also looks more like traditional wood.
Cost
LP SmartSide siding may be less expensive than Hardie boards.
Maintenance
To remove dirt and debris, James Hardie recommends washing fiber cement siding every 6 to 12 months. LP SmartSide siding recommends washing your siding every 12 months with a garden hose.
Warranty
LP SmartSide Trim & Siding comes with a 50-year limited warranty compared to James Hardie boards’ 30-year limited warranty.
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Prevention Against Damage
LP SmartSide siding is a more durable material than James Hardie boards because of its proprietary SmartGuard® manufacturing process. This process ensures that every strand of wood is treated with a carefully formulated mix of resins, waxes, and zinc borate, and finished with an overlay to offer complete protection against extreme heat, moisture, termites, and fungal decay.