{"id":13077,"date":"2019-04-25T08:45:00","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T12:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/architizer.wpengine.com\/material-lab-fiber-cement\/"},"modified":"2021-07-13T08:46:05","modified_gmt":"2021-07-13T12:46:05","slug":"material-lab-fiber-cement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/practice\/details\/material-lab-fiber-cement\/","title":{"rendered":"Faking It: Is It Ever OK to Use Imitative Architectural Materials?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><i>Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/register\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Architizer<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>\u00a0and sign up for our\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/architizer\/newslettersubscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>inspirational newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, it is like we are on an endless march to omit wood from wood and stone from stone. From laminate flooring and wood veneer to stone-effect ceramic tiles, it feels as if we spend more time imitating authentic materials than celebrating their honest strengths. Ghastly as it is to architectural purists, is the practice going to stop? Truthfully, no. But when carried off well, it might just be OK.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s take wood as an example. While few other building materials hold the beauty or emotional connotations of timber, imitative alternatives have arisen because cladding an entire building in wood can prove expensive, prone to warping and hard to maintain. When well detailed, fiber cement cladding can over a solution to these problems, while taking on the appearance of wood that so many clients desire.<\/p>\n<p>With that in mind, let\u2019s refrain from judgment, willingly ask this (perhaps taboo) question and try to give fiber cement a fair chance against wood, a long-standing king of cladding materials.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501619260005Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_4.27.06_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Left: <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/projects\/3shoebox-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3SHOEBOX HOUSE<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/firms\/ofis-architects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">OFIS architects<\/a> clad in dark wood panels; right: residential building clad in Vintage Wood fiber cement panels by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nichiha.com\/images\/uploads\/vintage-wood-main.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nichiha<\/a>; a comparative look at the exterior results of wood and fiber cement cladding. <\/i><\/p>\n<p>Now a century old, fiber cement continues to promise the best of many worlds. <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/whats-the-deal-with-fiber-cement-siding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Made with cement, sand, cellulose and other additives<\/a>, it is fire-resistant, provides durability and longevity and maintains a sought-after look with very few noticeable signs of aging. As candidly expressed by Bethesda-based architect Mark McInturff, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/realestate\/fiber-cement-has-cost-and-durability-on-its-side\/2013\/05\/02\/b744f7e6-adf2-11e2-98ef-d1072ed3cc27_story.html?utm_term=.c6e0be395311\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u201cBugs don\u2019t eat it, paint stays on it and it doesn\u2019t rot.\u201d<\/a> Pretty neat, right?<\/p>\n<p>According to James Hardie\u2019s product manager, Dale Knox, fiber cement will cost just a bit more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/realestate\/fiber-cement-has-cost-and-durability-on-its-side\/2013\/05\/02\/b744f7e6-adf2-11e2-98ef-d1072ed3cc27_story.html?utm_term=.ea9576888c0a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">half of what cedar siding would cost<\/a>. On average, fiber cement costs $3 to $3.50 per square foot (still twice as much as vinyl siding), while cedar siding costs $4 to $6 per square foot.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501608594161Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_11.25.17_AM.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Left: Installed HardieShingle via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jameshardie.com\/Products\/HardieShingle-Siding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">James Hardie<\/a>; right: recommended blind nailing installation technique via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jameshardie.com\/JamesHardieMainSite\/media\/Site-Documents\/TechnicalBulletins\/17-fastening-tips-for-hardieplank-lap-siding.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">James Hardie<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>So let\u2019s consider the options. Beyond offering endless finishes, leading companies like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jameshardie.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">James Hardie<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nichiha.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nichiha<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.certainteed.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CertainTeed<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.allurausa.com\/fiber-cement-siding-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Allura<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.woodtone.com\/product_selector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Woodtone<\/a> are manufacturing wood-grain products available as horizontal panels, vertical panels, shiplap and shakes \u2014 customized shapes that resemble wood siding. James Hardie \u2014 the Kleenex of fiber cement \u2014 offers products in 28 colors, six profiles and finishes ranging from rough-sawn to completely smooth.<\/p>\n<p>The famous HardieShingle siding, most often associated with Cape Cod\u2013style homes, offers the distinct look of cascading cedar shingles and provides the option of completely concealing all aspects of the installation hardware, as pictured above.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1501621826843Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_5.10.07_PM.png?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Left: Nichiha\u2019s Vintage Wood Architectural Wall Panels via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nichiha.com\/gallery\/product-type\/Vintage%20Wood\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nichiha<\/a>; right: Allura USA\u2019s 50-year-warranted Fiber Cement Lap Siding via <\/i><i><a href=\"http:\/\/www.allurausa.com\/gallery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Allura<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15017015194851501609991940Screen_Shot_2017-08-01_at_1.52.48_PM.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>A breakdown of Nichiha\u2019s popular wood-effect fiber cement panels<\/i><\/p>\n<p>Architects have also celebrated Georgia-based competitor <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nichiha.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nichiha<\/a> for its ability to reproduce an authentically textured wood-stain appearance. Using a proprietary stamping procedure rather than the more commonly used rollers of other manufacturers, Nichiha is able to use increased pressure to create deeper grooves, increased shadows and a more dramatic visual effect.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, with a five-layer protection system including two coats of primer and an anti-efflorescence coating that prevents chalky residue from appearing, Nichiha\u2019s Sierra Premium products are warranted against 30 years of use.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/150168414825382fc2207.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i><a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/projects\/emme-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">EMME House<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/firms\/areal-architecten\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Areal Architecten<\/a> clad in fiber cement shingles, image by Thomas De Bruyne<\/i><\/p>\n<p>While fiber cement is not wood, and it never will be, it is a widespread cladding material for very good reason. Given its popularity, fiber cement cladding options are increasing in terms of both style and versatility, and suited to <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/projects\/the-treehouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">private residential<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/projects\/flexhouse-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">multi-unit<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/projects\/transnet-office-building\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">commercial<\/a> construction. That said, in determining whether or not to use it in place of natural wood, it is essential to identify what exactly you are trying to achieve.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of architectural typology, climate or terrain, the decision comes back down to material authenticity versus material performance. The latter of these considerations, which includes longevity, durability and affordability, are all strong reasons to turn toward fiber cement siding.<\/p>\n<p><i>Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"http:\/\/architizer.com\/register\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Architizer<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>\u00a0and sign up for our\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/architizer\/newslettersubscribe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>inspirational newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a><i>. <\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes it is as if we are on an endless march to omit wood from wood. 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