LP SmartSide Trim & Siding vs. James Hardie Boards
Both LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding and James Hardie boards (JamesHardie™) are two of the most popular siding materials in the industry. And while both materials offer reliable performance and require less maintenance, engineered wood is the more durable choice. LP® SmartSide® Lap Siding also installs 22% faster than fiber cement lap siding and comes with a much longer warranty.
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
Appearance
Cost
Maintenance
Warranty
Compare LP SmartSide Siding and Hardie Board
LP SmartSide Trim & Siding is uniquely engineered for advanced durability. Here are a few toughness tests that prove our point.
Is Your Siding Tough Enough? LP® SmartSide® Siding vs. Hockey Pucks
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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.
Zinc Borate
This naturally derived additive helps engineered wood resist damage from termites and fungal decay.
Resins
Engineered wood stands up to impact and survives freeze/thaw cycles due to resins that offer incredible strength.
Waxes
Designed to resist moisture, waxes coat each strand to offer enhanced durability in humid environments.
Overlay
This final element of protection resists moisture intrusion, providing a durable base for a finished look.
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