Engineered Wood Siding vs. Traditional Wood Siding

Are you in the process of choosing wood siding for your home exterior?  Wood Siding can add the punch of color and give your home the curb appeal you are looking for.  While it can be aesthetically pleasing, wood siding does come with some drawbacks, including the fact that is high maintenance. KWP Engineered Wood Siding offers the look of wood without all the maintenance.

Benefits of  engineered wood siding vs. traditional wood siding

COMPOSITION DIFFERENCES

In engineered wood siding, the combined treated wood strands or fibers and adhesive resins produce a composite material that is stronger than natural wood. Moreover, the added water-resistant waxes allow the siding to resist decay and humidity.

EASY CLEANING

In terms of cleaning, the siding must be washed annually using non-abrasive household cleaners according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. It is important to test cleaners on a small area to ensure they do not damage the finish. This applies to both types of wood siding.

Follow these four easy steps:

  1. Close all windows and doors and cover shrubs or flowers in close proximity to the house.
  2. Rinse the siding with a hose to get rid of surface dirt and dust.
  3. Wash with warm water and mild detergent. Mix the solution in a bucket and use a large brush to wash the siding from top to bottom.
  4. Rinse the entire home right away from top to bottom (with a hose) and make sure all soap and debris are removed.

CAN YOU PAINT ENGINEERED WOOD SIDING?

  • Yes, Engineered wood siding is pre-primed to hold paint. Moreover, KWP backs its paint finish by offering a 25-Finish limited Warranty.
  • Traditional wood siding must be painted or stained frequently or it will begin to rot or warp (on average every 3-5 years).

KWP Advantage

SUSTAINABILITY:

  • KWP is a leading sustainable and ecologically conscious manufacturer of quality engineered wood siding. We use 100% recycled post-industrial content in our Eco-Side collection.

DURABLE & PRE-FINISHED:

  • Eco-Side engineered wood siding resists termite damage and will not rot, crack or split. It is factory painted which eliminates on site painting.
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