If you want to make your house more attractive, consider the varied options in siding.
Gone are the days when tin was the only type of covering for your home.
Today, there are arrays of products to fit every budget, architectural design, and personal taste.
Handy homeowners may be able to install this product on their own while novices will need to hire professional contractors.
For Budget Minded Homeowners If you are on a tight budget, you may want to consider the certain siding options that are the most affordable.
Aluminum and vinyl are both low cost alternatives that offer durable and attractive looks.
Aluminum is eco-friendly, won't dent or fade, and has proven that it can stand the test of time.
Vinyl is made from polyvinyl chloride.
It is a low-cost material that is available in many colors and textures.
It isn't quite as durable as aluminum but it is still a popular, inexpensive choice.
Architectural Design What style is your house? Is it a rustic cabin or an A-frame in the mountains? Is it a beach house that you'd like to blend in with the sand and surf? Perhaps it's an average house in suburbia but you'd like to give it an earthier look.
There are natural looking siding styles that can align with your design.
You don't need to chop down trees to get the look of split logs.
Engineered timber looks like actual wood but is a manmade product that will last for years with minimal maintenance.
You can select flat, classic clapboards or choose those that are rounded like pine trunks and appear to have just been hauled in from the forest.
You can also select options that actually are made from lumber.
Natural lumber is rustic looking, gorgeous, yet will require regular maintenance and upkeep.
Stone veneer is another option that goes with a natural setting.
While this product looks like the rock houses of yesteryear, it's actually a thin layer of facade.
Veneers are easier to install and less expensive.
Personal Taste In order to decide what type of siding suits your personal taste, it's wise to view other homes that have been retrofitted with various options.
In addition to the above-mentioned products, you may also want to consider steel, brick veneer, stucco, and/or cement fiber.
If you are unsure what products will align with your home's design, it would be smart to consult an architect or designer for advice.
Siding can turn a dingy, dilapidated home into a showplace.
Whatever your budget, architectural style, and personal taste is, there is a material available to suit your needs.
Take a look at other houses for ideas or consult a designer for advice.