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I believe Masonite quit producing siding several years ago. They lost a class action lawsuit over it. There are several other choices available, Smart Board siding seems to be a much better product. It comes in smooth and wood grain.
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Hardiplank is the gold standard. Excellent warranty. Looks similar to Masonite but superior product. When the southside of my house needed masonite replaced, I went with Hardiplank siding there. Looks great.
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Where can i buy masonite lap siding?
I had a 4x8 panel on my house for 30 years. Great product. I added an addition and tried to find the siding with no luck. Used T-111, 8in on center groove to match my old panel. hard to notice the difference.
What is Masonite siding?
Masonite is a thin type of fibreboard/particleboard with one glossy side and one textured side. Use it on the outside of a house and you get masonite siding.
Where can you buy Masonite siding?
I believe Masonite quit producing siding several years ago. They lost a class action lawsuit over it. There are several other choices available, Smart Board siding seems to be a much better product. It comes in smooth and wood grain.
Can you paint masonite?
Masonite can be painted, but it needs to be sealed first. Sand the siding with 80-grit sandpaper or a sanding block, but do not scrape the siding, as it can dislodge chunks of the siding. Apply a layer of primer before painting.
will a homeowners policy cover bad Masonite siding that has been installed?
Not sure what you mean by "Bad Masonite siding"?.. If you mean they did a "bad job" installing the siding. No, Homeowners insurance does not cover poor quality or workmanship of the contractors we choose to hire.
Which home owners insurance company covers masonite siding?
Masonite is an outdated product removed from the market due to defect. It basically has no value. Zero Value equals Zero insurability. I don't know of an insurer that would provide coverage for Masonite siding.
Can hardie lap siding be installed over wood siding?
No. Tear the old siding off.
Protect Your Masonite Siding with Annual Maintenance?
Masonite siding is affordable, making it a popular choice for tract housing. It can also fall victim to moisture if not inspected and maintained on a regular basis. The siding should be checking thoroughly every spring or fall. Any cracks or gaps in the painted surface should be sanded, patched and repainted to keep it in top condition. Use a paintable caulk to take care of any gaps, cracks or other exposed areas in the masonite siding. Regular maintenance can help extend the life span beyond the average of eight to ten years.
How do you define the difference between lap siding and dutch lap siding?
I believe the Dutch Lap is the one with the beveled edge at the top of the board, which creates shadow lines. The board lays flat on the vertical. Lap siding has flat boards overlapping each other on an angle. Beaded lap has a rounded, beaded edging detail at the bottom of the board. The boards lay on a slight angle overlapping each other.
How do you use masonite?
masonite is used sometimes as siding . more commonly used to protect areas suxh as floors and walls in home where construction is going on . skateboard ramps . resurface stages inexpensively; many uses .
What is the formula to figure exterior siding?
lengh times width, plus 10% for waste. If you're talking about lap siding.
What is the MINIMUM lap of rabbeted horizontal lap siding?
17 (calculated via least squares)
