Is Fiberglass Siding Impact Resistant?
Fiberglass siding is impact-resistant. It consists of plastic reinforced with fiberglass. Because it is a more recent type of siding, it is not as widely available as traditional siding. Does this Spark an idea?
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Features
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Fiberglass siding comes in different patterns. The panels can be made to look like wood, stone or brick. The fiberglass reinforcement provides strength, stability and resistance to impact, according to Iowa State University Extension.
ASTM Certification
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Fiberglass reinforced panels can be certified to meet various American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) specifications for properties like hardness, strength, shear strength and fire-resistance. Fiberglass siding is not damaged by most blows, and it also resists deformation by wind.
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Other Facts
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The glass fibers can be combined with the plastic in different ways, such as mixing continuous with chopped strands for added strength.The siding comes in large panels and installation is fairly simple. The siding is nailed to the house and the edges are covered.
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