Eight Siding Products We Love
Koopman Lumber product experts recently identified eight siding products they are highlighting this year. The team reviewed both long-standing products and newer innovations, highlighting a range of siding options that reflect how residential exteriors are evolving.
“Choosing the right siding and installing it correctly is critical to a home’s structural integrity, while also improving curb appeal, maintaining energy efficiency, and protecting against weather, moisture, and pests,” said Dirk Koopman, president and owner of Koopman Lumber. “We’re here to support builders, contractors, and architects as they select and install high-quality siding products that perform well and add long-term value. Products like the ones highlighted here help meet the demands of New England conditions.”
The Koopman team identified eight siding products they recommend:
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- James Hardie Artisan Collection: This is where performance meets true architectural design. The James Hardie siding collection is premium fiber cement with deep shadow lines and upscale curb appeal without high maintenance. The system features thick boards, bold textures, and a luxury look sought after by those seeking high-end exteriors, a modern farmhouse look, and anyone upgrading their exterior from standard Hardie lap siding.
- LP ExpertFinish Naturals Collection: This product stands out for its natural wood texture and prefinished engineered wood durability and performance. For customers seeking a warm, natural aesthetic without full upkeep of natural wood, this easy-to-install siding product is backed by a 5/50-year limited warranty followed by a 50-year prorated limited warranty on the substrate that takes the worry out of wood-style siding.
- Tando Beach House Shake®: Composite shingles that never tell their age, Beach House Shake will stay looking like the day they were installed for the life of the home. The authenticity of natural cedar shingles combined with the superior durability of a composite, Beach House Shake is the distinctive, high-performance cladding option that homeowners love and remodelers love to install.
- AZEK Exteriors PVC Lap Siding System: Our team chose this product for its durability and low-maintenance contemporary look. This UV-resistant PVC substrate carries a Lifetime Limited Fade and Stain Warranty a homeowner will love, along with an end to painting costs.
- SBC Factory Finished Eastern White Cedar Shingles: Prefinished and ready to install, this classic New England look saves on labor and jobsite finishing time. With a 10-year warranty on the 1-Coat and a 25-year warranty on the 2-coat, this traditional product is perfect for builders balancing authenticity and efficiency.
- TruExterior ⅝” Lap Siding: This poly-ash siding product stands out for its moisture resistance and dimensional stability when installed with large shadow lines for a bolder look. Customers will appreciate its low-maintenance durability for years to come.
- Versetta Stone: This mortarless stone veneer installs quickly with a stone-like look, without mortar or extensive labor for contractors, who will also appreciate the mechanical fastening with screws and no mortar mess.
- UFP-Edge Thermally Modified ForgeWood Siding: Last but not least, this real wood siding product is thermally modified for durability, appealing to those seeking natural wood siding with enhanced performance. With superior durability, dimensional stability, and an eco-friendly chemical-free resistance to rot, decay, and pests, this siding option is a strong addition to this year’s list.
As residential projects continue to ramp up, these siding products provide contractors with reliable options they can confidently bring to their customers. Koopman experts help support projects with product knowledge and access to a wide range of siding options. Contractors are invited to visit any Koopman Lumber location to connect with experienced team members and review product options that can support their projects and client needs.