Hardie Plank: A Durable and Stylish Choice for Your Home

Are you looking to upgrade your home’s exterior while ensuring durability and low maintenance? Hardie Plank siding is an excellent option. This engineered wood siding offers various colors and patterns, allowing you to personalize your home’s exterior to match any architectural style.

One of the most appealing aspects of Hardie Plank siding is its extensive color and texture palette.  Choose from smooth or textured finishes, and Hardie’s ColorPlus® Technology provides countless color options in three different collections: Statement Collection®, Magnolia Home for James Hardie, or the popular and bold colors of the Dream Collection®. The Dream Collection features nearly 700 ColorPlus® Technology finishes, offering endless design possibilities. And if you want a custom color? Primed for Paint offers unlimited opportunities for a home’s exterior. Cardinal Home Center offers a wide range of Hardie Plank colors and textures, ensuring you’ll find the ideal style to enhance curb appeal.

Hardie Plank has various patterns that mimic different materials and architectural styles. These patterns add depth and texture to a home’s exterior. Here are some popular options:

• Hardie Plank,  also known as Lap siding, is the classic choice, offering a clean and traditional look.
• Hardie Panel: This creates a modern and sleek appearance.
• Shingle/Shake siding: Replicates the look of cedar shingles without maintenance.
• Board and Batten This siding has been around for more than 200 years, but it’s especially popular today. Board and batten siding features wide vertical planks separated by thin vertical strips (AKA battens.
• Hardie Artisan Siding. Extra-thick boards and deep shadow lines combine to achieve an impossibly elevated design style.

Hardie siding is available in different lengths to accommodate various project requirements, with standard lengths typically ranging from 8 to 12 feet. When selecting the appropriate size, consider the height of the home and the desired panel orientation. Additionally, several installation techniques are possible. James Hardie prefers and recommends the blind nailing technique, which hides fasteners from view for an expert, seamless look. Hardie siding can also be installed using the Pin Backs method. Some building codes, specifically in high-wind areas, mandate the face-nailing method.

Want to see how Hardie Plank’s siding will look on your home before deciding? Hardie Plank offers the Hover® Design Studio app, which allows you to upload a photo of your house and experiment with different colors and styles. This interactive tool provides a realistic preview of your home’s new exterior, helping you make a confident choice. Visit the James Hardie website to download the free app and visualize your dream home today!

Hardie Plank siding is a versatile and durable option for enhancing a home’s exterior.  Create a customized look that reflects style with various colors, patterns, and lengths. Whether you’re a homeowner or a contractor, Cardinal Home Center is your trusted partner for Hardie Plank siding. Visit our store today to explore the options and get expert advice on choosing the perfect siding for your project.