james hardie siding

james hardie siding  fiber cement siding is not unlike that of other clapboard materials: the sheets or boards are cut to fit and then nailed in place. Cutting fiber cement siding usually requires mechanized metal shears—the boards are too tough to cut using hand shears, and the cement material will dull most saw blades. While it is very durable once installed, fiber cement siding is fairly delicate before; it is prone to chipping and breakage if improperly handled. Additionally, some caution must be exercised to properly ventilate areas where james hardie fiber cement siding is being cut; long-term exposure to the silica dust generated during the installation process can cause silicosis. Before or after installation, fiber cement siding can be painted (for areas of exposure, weatherproof paint must be used).