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A Vinyl Siding Cheat Sheet: Top Tips to Keep in Mind

If you were looking to replace your siding and found yourself reading this, then I would assume you are considering getting vinyl. You might have wondered why many of your neighbors installed vinyl on their homes or why many people talk about it. So, first things first: what is vinyl siding and why you should choose it for your own home?

Vinyl siding is made up of long strips of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Designed to be a home’s second skin, it is typically fashioned to look like traditional wood siding, mimicking its texture and finish. You can also choose from different colors, from the simple beige and pastels to richer, deeper hues. Furthermore, here are a few more reasons to choose it for your home:

Now that you have a general idea of what vinyl siding is, let me give you some of the most basic and essential tips that will help you take further advantage of its benefits.

Installation Preparation Tips

Once you’ve finally decided to get vinyl siding, found a contractor to provide the product and service, and got the installation schedule, the next thing to do is prepare for the job. You can help make the construction and completion more efficient and effective by doing the following:

Care and Maintenance

As I have briefly mentioned above, vinyl siding does not take much to maintain. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

How about painting it? Some may tell you that vinyl siding can’t be painted because it has a special coat or finish. While the general rule is to avoid painting vinyl, you can actually do so by using good quality exterior latex paint. However, DO NOT go for dark, heat-absorbing colors to prevent sagging and warping due to too much sunlight absorption.

Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck

Here are things you should consider and remember:

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Author Bio:

Todd Wenberg is Southard Corporation/Renewal by Andersen’s Vice President. Specializing in sales management, he knows what their client homeowners are looking for and thus, aside from striving to provide them with products and services of superior quality, he works to share what he learns in the field by writing blog and guest posts.

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