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The description “Sanded & slightly rough surface fibre cement board” refers to a specific, highly textural category of architectural cladding favored for its authentic, mineral aesthetic and tactile quality.

This finish is characteristic of premium, often through-colored (mass-colored) fibre cement boards, where the natural material composition is intentionally exposed rather than hidden beneath a thick coating.

Exposed Texture (Sanded/Rough)

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Tongue and groove (T&G) fiber cement plank is an innovative type of fiber cement siding specifically engineered to facilitate easier, quicker, and cleaner installation compared to traditional lap siding.

It is designed to be blind-nailed, meaning the fasteners are concealed, resulting in a smoother, more finished aesthetic without exposed nail heads.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Installation Mechanism: Tongue and Groove

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This product combines high performance with sophisticated design, resulting in a facade material that is both durable and visually dynamic.

Material Core: Fiber Cement Board

Fiber cement is a composite material made from cement, cellulose, sand, and water. It is renowned in the construction industry for its:

• Durability: Exceptional resistance to rot, pests, and fire (often non-combustible).
• Weather Resistance: Excellent ...

When evaluating exterior cladding options, one of the most critical factors is cost. Homeowners and builders often ask if fiber cement plank siding—known for its exceptional durability and wood-like aesthetic—is significantly pricier than its main competitors: inexpensive vinyl or traditional wood siding.

The answer is nuanced: while fiber cement typically incurs a higher initial cost than vinyl, its robust performance and minimal maintenance ...

Premium Full-Body Color Fiber Cement Panels represent the highest echelon of fiber cement cladding technology. Unlike standard painted fiber cement, where the color is only a surface layer, these panels are manufactured with pigments mixed throughout the entire thickness of the board. This process ensures that the color is integral to the material itself, offering ...

“Outdoor Vertical Groove Fibre Cement Wall Lining Panels” represent a modern and highly durable cladding system that achieves the popular look of traditional V-joint or “V-groove” wood paneling with the superior performance characteristics of fiber cement.

Here is a detailed breakdown of this product, its features, applications, and installation considerations.

This product is a large format sheet panel, typically 4 ...

The External Cement Floor Sheet with a Tongue and Groove (T&G) profile represents a high-performance solution for elevated external flooring applications. This building material combines the durability and weather resistance of fiber cement with the fast, seamless installation benefits of the T&G locking system, making it an ideal subfloor for balconies, decks, verandas, and other wet-area environments.

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That is a common and frustrating issue with painting any cementitious surface, including fiber cement board.

The peeling or failure of a sealer (or paint) is almost always due to a lack of proper adhesion, which can be traced back to a few key culprits:

1. Improper Surface Preparation

Fiber cement is a dense, cement-based material, and ...

Magnesium Oxide (MGO) board is often referred to as a “next-generation” building panel and is an alternative to traditional drywall, cement board, and fiber cement board.

Here is a detailed overview of MGO partition board, including its properties and common uses:

🧱 What is MGO Partition Board?

MGO board is a mineral-based green building material made from a combination of magnesium oxide ...

That’s an excellent question, as the difference between “moisture-resistant” and “waterproof” is critical when choosing building materials like fiber cement board.

Here is a breakdown of the key differences:

 Moisture-Resistant Fiber Cement Board

• Definition: The material resists the detrimental effects of moisture and is not easily damaged or broken down by water, even when exposed for some time.
• Performance: It can absorb some water but ...