Aristolath vs. Hardie® Plank Siding

How does cement fiber siding like Hardie® Plank stack up against Aristolath?

New siding is a major investment, so don’t pick a product without doing some research into your options. Hardie® Plank is a market favorite thanks to its strength and durability. What are some of the pros and cons of this popular product?

Pros & Cons of Hardie® Plank

Hardie® Plank Pros

Fire resistance. Formed out of Portland cement, sand, water, and cellulose fibers, this material is considered non-combustible.
Moisture resistance. When properly installed, Hardie® Plank resists water damage.
Appearance. Hardie® Plank is available in multiple styles and a variety of colors.

Hardie® Plank Cons

Maintenance. Cement fiber siding needs to be checked for damage or cracks and periodically re-caulked.
Repairs. Spot-fixing is difficult and you may need to hire a contractor.
Paint life. The color will have approximately a 15-year life, and you will need to repaint or replace fiber cement siding.

How Does Aristolath Compare?

Aristolath Pros

Non-flammable. Aristolath is all metal and will not ignite.
Moisture repellant. Water rolls off and none is absorbed.
Appearance. Aristolath is available in nearly 40 paint colors.
Low maintenance. Metal siding is known for its longevity and durability. If it gets dirty, a simple wash will make it look new.
Repairs. Aristolath has easy panel-by-panel replacement that an enterprising homeowner can manage.
Paint life. Aristolath comes with a limited lifetime transferrable warranty on almost every color.
Recyclable. Aristolath is fully recyclable after its useful life, making it an environmentally-friendly choice.

Aristolath Cons

Professional Installation. Installation and trimming needs to be done by a metal professional.
Oil canning. As with all metal, oil canning is a possibility.

Product Comparison Chart

	Aristolath	Hardie® Plank
Sustainable
Moisture Resistant
Non-Flammable
Easily Repaired
Paint How Often?	40+ years	15 years

Sustainable

Moisture Resistant

Non-Flammable

Easily Repaired

Paint How Often? 40+ years