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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 ensure ...

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 ...

Fiber cement board, while naturally moisture-resistant, is not inherently waterproof on its own and often requires additional treatment for wet areas or exterior use.

Here are the main ways to waterproof fiber cement board, depending on the application (e.g., shower walls, exterior siding):

1. For Interior Wet Areas (e.g., Showers, Tubs)

This is the most common application where complete waterproofing is critical, usually before ...

The primary risk associated with “free chlorides” in Magnesium Oxide (MgO) boards is accelerated corrosion of metal building components and significant moisture damage to the structure

This risk is almost exclusively tied to older formulations of MgO boards that use magnesium chloride (MgCl2) as the binding agent (known as magnesium oxychloride cement).

Key Risks of Free Chlorides

1. Severe Metal Corrosion

• The Problem: The ...

The “weeping” or “sweating” issue is a significant problem primarily associated with older-style Magnesium Chloride boards, a type of Magnesium Oxide  board.

It is a process where the board draws moisture from the air, causing salty, corrosive liquid droplets to form and leak from its surface.

What Is Weeping or Sweating?

The question has already been answered with sufficient detail ...