Produced from residual wood fibers, its ability to prevent splitting, warping, and checking helps save time and money. TruWood® trim combines the look of authentic wood with strength and durability of a composite product.
What is TruWood trim made of?
The Tru Wood 4 in. x 1 in. x 16 ft. Primed Hardboard Trim is an exterior trim made from recycled wood fibers that has the look of real wood without the knots, checks, cracks or surface variations of solid wood trims.
What is LP smart siding made out of?
LP SmartSide siding looks more like traditional wood because it's made of wood – wood strands and fibers that are treated with zinc borate to resist damage from termites and fungal decay.
What is true wood siding made of?
Generally speaking, engineered wood siding products are made of wood chips, bound together by resin. Take, for example, LP Building Products' SmartSide line of siding and trim. It's comprised of wood strands that are coated with a resin binder and compressed to create a board.Apr 19, 2021
Is TruWood waterproof?
We like to say our watches are splash proof. Feel free to wash your hands or come in contact with small amounts of water. Cliff jumping off of a 100-foot cliff into the pacific ocean is not recommended. *Considering we use 100% all-natural wood, prolonged exposure to water isn't recommended.
Can you stain TruWood?
All surfaces and cut edges must be painted in place. For staining, use opaque acrylic latex stains only. Do not apply siding to a rain soaked structure. and shrinkage is not covered by the TruWood warranty.
What is the difference between vinyl siding and composite siding?
Composite sidings are very durable and can stay on your building for 30 years or more. The material is very strong and hardly gets damaged. On the other hand, vinyl sidings last for about 10 to 15 years, which is far much shorter than the lifespan of composite siding.Mar 7, 2021
What is composite siding?
Composite wood is an exterior siding made of scrap wood that's compressed and bonded together with resins. Treated with chemical treatments to ward of fungi and insects, composite often comes pre-primed and ready to paint. It's also available already finished with one of many styles we offer that mimic real wood.Jan 7, 2021
Which is cheaper vinyl or composite siding?
If you want to go strictly by the numbers, the national average cost of vinyl siding is very similar to the same average for composite siding. Prices are even more competitive for both of these materials when you turn to Eagle Building Solutions for your siding installation and replacement needs.
How long does composite siding last?
30 years
Is engineered wood siding cheaper than wood?
Engineered wood is generally less expensive to purchase and to maintain than traditional wood siding.
Does engineered wood siding need to be painted?
Regular painting is a necessary component to maintaining engineered wood siding for the long term.