An Exterior Finish You’ll Love: Engineered Wood Siding

Nothing has more of an impact on the look of your home than the exterior finish. It’s a “fashion piece” for your home and can really make or break the curb appeal. There are endless options when it comes to exterior finishes, but almost nothing beats the strong, durable, beautiful look of engineered wood siding.

Now, if you own a home with a wooden exterior, chances are you’re all too familiar with the yearly chore of scraping, painting and staining your home. If you skip a year or two, your home will start to weather quickly. You’ll notice fading, chipped paint, and uneven discoloration. It really starts to look worse and worse over time. The real problem comes from the issues you might not see with the naked eye. Wood siding can rot, leading to pests or trapped moisture, causing permanent (and expensive) damage to your home.

So, if you’re considering investing in a long-lasting exterior finish solution for your home, here’s why you should consider engineered wood siding. This is an excellent replacement siding option for any homeowner!

6 Benefits of Engineered Wood Siding as an Exterior Finish

If you’re considering replacement siding, chances are you’re weighing out the pros and cons of many different options. There are many benefits to choosing engineered wood siding as the exterior finish option for your home. Whether you currently have aluminum or vinyl siding, wooden clapboard siding, or another finish, engineered wood is a standout choice among home siding options. It will upgrade the look and feel of your house.

Here are six benefits of engineered wood siding to consider.

1. Engineered Wood Siding is More Durable than Many Other Exterior Options

One of the most significant benefits of engineered wood siding is its performance. Diamond Kote™ (the Weather Tight preferred brand) is exceptionally durable. Customers don’t need to worry about touch-ups, paint, or repair to their siding.

Better yet, Diamond Kote™ comes with a 30-year no-fade warranty, guaranteeing it will stand the test of time. Mineral-based pigments are UV resistant, keeping your siding vibrant. You won’t need to worry about the color of your home changing or dulling over time, like a painted clapboard. Unlike aluminum siding, engineered wood siding won’t dent and is also highly impact-resistant. This siding will look as beautiful in a decade as it does on the installation day.

2. Hate Sanding and Painting? Engineered Wood Siding is Lower Maintenance

With no fading, engineered wood siding eliminates a dreaded task from your yearly home maintenance routine. There’s no sanding, painting, or staining with engineered wood siding. You still get the stunning, natural beauty of a wooden exterior finish with none of the stress.

Diamond Kote™ uses an eco-friendly, low VOC proprietary paint that produces ultra-pure oxide colorants. The result is a stunning finish that won’t fade, chip, peel, or weather over time. If you want a home siding option, you can forget about, engineered wood siding is perfect. Once installed, you never need to think about it.

3. You Can’t Beat the Beauty of Engineered Wood Siding

Engineered wood siding offers a gorgeous finish many homeowners prefer. Whether updating a dormer or extension on your home or replacing the current exterior finish completely, engineered wood is a stunning choice. This siding option looks very high-end and will also do wonders for your curb appeal and the overall resale value of your home.

There’s something about the natural beauty of wood that homeowners love, but over time, wood can deteriorate and become dull. Paint and maintenance are constantly required to maintain the finish. Other “wood look” products may require less upkeep, but they often look fake due to pattern and texture. The realistic wood-grain texture of the Diamond Kote siding looks far superior to the finish of most fiber cement products on the market. You get all the beauty of a natural wood look without the stress or effort.

4. Diamond Kote™ Siding Offered Through Weather Tight Features a Great Warranty

Weather Tight stands firmly behind our work and our products. The Diamond Kote™ engineered wood siding comes with an excellent warranty, one of the best in the business. This is an investment in the future of your home that you’ll feel great about.

Not only will the new siding protect your home from harsh elements (hot sun, icy wind, snow, and sleet), but this siding will increase the beauty of your home. If you’re hoping to boost the resale value of your home someday, an exterior finish is a wonderful investment, and you can easily earn back the money put into the house.

5. Engineered Wood Siding is Rot Resistant

In Wisconsin, the weather throws us a few curve balls now and then. From sleet to snow to sudden downpours, engineered wood siding holds up to moisture and water damage. Diamond Kote™ is rot-resistant. The zinc borate infusion and wax finish resists moisture and ensures your home stays dry and mildew-free.

This siding is a good option for any climate, and there’s no place it isn’t a good choice. That said, here in the Midwest, we often test those types of weathertight claims. This product holds up to anything Mother Nature dishes out.

6. Customize Your Engineered Wood Siding for a Unique Look

One other reason why our customers love engineered wood siding is it comes in a variety of styles and colors to match your home or fit with the updated look homeowners may be looking for. There are over 30 colors with custom options and multiple styles. Whether you like the look of shakes, octagons, scallops, board and batten, or even stucco finish, there’s an engineered wood option for you. Better yet, Weather Tight is familiar with the restrictions of many Home Owner’s Associations, so we will help you find a long-lasting finish option to meet the criteria of your HOA guidelines.

We offer a free, no-obligation estimate, where an expert will visit your home, take measurements, and review color samples and swatches. You can view the different finishes and understand how beautiful engineered wood siding will look on your home.

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If you’re considering replacement siding, it’s a great time to explore your options. Give Weather Tight a call today to view all the siding choices, including engineered wood.