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- New NichiShake Cedar Panels Offer Enhanced Curb Appeal
- ebuild (5/21/2008)
- Obtaining the classic charm of authentic cedar shake on the exterior of a home without the material's inevitable maintenance hassles is now available with NichiShake™ from Nichiha USA. Part of the new NichiProducts™ fiber cement product line, NichiShake individual shake boards emulate the deep grain of genuine cedar and create a durable, well-appointed exterior cladding.
- Nichiha USA Launches NichiTrim Boards
- ebuild (5/21/2008)
- Nichiha USA introduces NichiTrim boards, a low maintenance alternative to traditional wood trim, ideal for a multitude of exterior trim applications. For optimal use, the boards are designed to be used in conjunction with NichiBoard™ lap siding, NichiShake™ individual shake panels, NichiPanel™ vertical siding and NichiSoffit™ panels. The boards are available in a classic profile with a choice of smooth or cedar texture providing greater consistency, affordability and ease-of-use.
- NichiSoffit Panels Offer Homeowners a Lasting Exterior Soffit Finish
- ebuild (5/21/2008)
- Nichiha announces the introduction of NichiSoffit™ panels, which are durable fiber cement exterior claddings. The new panels are easy to install and provide a durable, low maintenance solution for the soffits of a home. Offered vented or non-vented, NichiSoffit panels are available in a variety of lengths and widths, and complement the NichiProducts Collection. The collection includes NichiBoard™ lap siding, NichiShake™ individual shakes, NichiTrim™ boards and NichiPanel™ vertical siding.
- Self-Cleaning Fiber-Cement Panels
- CUSTOM HOME Magazine (5/1/2008)
- Available in the maker's Quarry Stone, Canyon Brick, and Field Stone fiber-cement siding lines, these self-cleaning fiber-cement panels use nanotechnology. A finish captures airborne water molecules and holds them to the outside of the siding. Instead of attaching itself to the siding, dirt hits the microscopic layer of water. Then, rain washes the siding clean. Each line has three different colors, and the siding comes with a 50-year warranty on the panels and a 15-year warranty on the finish. 770.805.9466.
Insulated Siding Reduces Energy Use and Saves Money- ebuild (2/22/2008)
- Americans will spend an average of 10% more on heating their homes this winter, according to an October 2007 report from the National Energy Assistance Directors' Association (NEADA). Insulated siding with Fullback Technology--helps consumers reduce heating costs by offering them the highest insulation rating (wall system R-value*) of any exterior cladding product on the market - 3.96.
Cedar Valley Mfg. Introduces a New Coastal Shingle Siding Panel- ebuild (1/10/2008)
- Cedar Valley, the leader in handcrafted shingle panels, has introduced a new 7-1/8" exposure to its Coastal line of shingle panels. Handcrafted with 1/2" thick-butt mixed grain Western Red Cedar shingles, the 7-1/8" exposure is the newest addition to the popular line of Coastal thick-butt shingle panels, offered exclusively by Cedar Valley.
CertainTeed Expands Cedar Impressions Polymer Shake Siding Line with New Staggered Perfection Profiles- ebuild (1/9/2008)
- Not all siding can authentically replicate natural beauty, ensure lasting performance and provide easy installation. Fortunately, CertainTeed Corporation's Cedar Impressions Polymer Shake Siding can. The company answers the increasing demand for this popular shake siding with the introduction of the new Double 7 Staggered Perfection Shingle.
New Versatex PVC Stealth Skirt Board is a Smart Start to Any Siding Job- ebuild (12/18/2007)
- Versatex introduces the new PVC Stealth Skirt Board--a multi-purpose frieze board or starter strip that is engineered to receive all types of sidings and stand up to nasty weather at the same time. The new 5/4" thick plank features an angled top ridge for the first course of fiber cement or composite siding to rest upon. This tapered edge also allows water to run off.
- CedarBoards XL Insulated Vinyl Siding
- BUILDER Magazine (11/7/2007)
- CedarBoards XL insulated vinyl siding is 16 feet 8 inches long and comes in a double 6-inch clapboard profile. Molded from real cedar boards and backed with extruded polystyrene insulation, the siding can increase the R-value of a home's exterior by up to 22 percent, the maker says. It comes in 12 low-gloss colors with a limited lifetime warranty and lifetime fade protection. A variety of coordinating trim and accessories is available. 800-233-8990.
SynShield Roofing Felt- REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (11/7/2007)
- Though it weighs as much as 40% less than standard roofing felt, SynShield slip-resistant synthetic roof underlayment provides strong protection against water intrusion, the maker says. The polypropylene material comes in larger-than-standard 48-inch-wide, 250-foot-long rolls, helping users finish work faster. Tear- and UV-resistance, and tensile strength allow the material to remain uncovered for up to six months after installation. 800.346.7655.
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