Why choose Hardie Plank Fibre Cement Exterior Cladding Board?
Why choose Hardie Plank Fibre Cement Exterior Cladding Board?
It is important that you choose the right cladding for your home! With a huge choice of cladding products on the market it might be difficult to make the final decision. Cladding varies in colour, size, texture, finish and installation method which could make the decision even harder. However, there are various considerations to have in mind when choosing the right façade material for you.
Durability
While wood and UPVc cladding may be prone to fading and cracking, the Hardie Plank fibre cement’s natural composition can resist the effects of different weather conditions. Hardie Plank guarantees you a permanently beautiful and durable façade.
Hardie Plank vs. wood cladding
Low maintenance
As a result of extreme weather conditions, wood external cladding needs to be maintained and repainted every 5 years. Similarly, UPVC cladding could be susceptible to discolouration and fading and cannot be repainted.
On the other hand, Hardie Plank offers a Colour Plus technology with multi-coat, baked-on finish that is more durable and will not fade in time which removes the need for regular maintenance.
Hardie Plank vs. wood cladding
Fire resistance
Wood is naturally a flammable material and in case of fire wood burns quickly and easily, releasing a considerable amount of smoke and heat. Similarly, UPVC cladding can easily melt when exposed to fire.
Our Hardie Plank range does not ignite when exposed to direct flame or extreme heat. Our cement cladding boards are non-combustible with a fire classification of A2-s1, d0 – the highest possible fire rating for a coloured façade board.
Hardie Plank vs. wood cladding
Moisture resistance
Rain and humidity could cause cracks in paint on wood products due to their ability to expand and contract due to weather. Moisture could also cause rotting, swelling and shrinkage to wood cladding. UPVC cladding is also knowns as a susceptible product to cracking in cold weather conditions
Hardie Plank on the other hand is a tried and tested product, proven to offer long-lasting protection and stand up beautifully, whatever the weather!
Pest resistance
Pest infestation could occur where there is wood and UPVC cladding which could lead to the need for replacing the product in the long run.
Hardie Plank, however, is 100% resistant to pests and rodents!
Hardie Plank vs. wood cladding
You could find further product information on our Hardie Plank product page.
The product comes in various colour options such as:
All Hardie Plank products come with 15 years manufacturer guarantee.
To find out how to install our cement cladding boards download our Hardie Plank Installation Guide.