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cement board for outside walls

Cement BoardYour exterior walls offer an opportunity to add some strength and good looks where they count most. Many homeowners like the modern, NorCal-industrial look of cement board as an exterior wall siding option due to its combination of sturdy durability. This extensive guide explores how to install cement board on your exterior walls, the benefits of using concrete fiberboard as opposed to traditional wood sidings, an in-depth review of some top-rated brands that design concrete boards for outdoor use and harsh climates specifically, with a do-it-yourself tutorial at the end.

How to Install a Cement Board for More Durability? Step by step Guide

A couple of simple tools are all that's required to install cement board. Before starting, you need to make sure the wall is clean and has no residue on it. After the wall is prepped, take measurements of where your cement board should go and then cut it using a circular saw or jigsaw.

I cut my cement board to size, and butted it up against the wall with screws. If you are fixing to wood framing, use corrosion-resistant screws (no such thing as non-rusting metal). For this, insert screws in the center of board 8-12 inches along any fork and let them be at least an inch well away from the edges. Follow this process for the rest of the cement board until all are complete.

Use the cement board tape and joint compound to finish sealing the gaps between boards. After the joint compound is dried, sand it smooth and give everything a coat of good exterior paint to keep that cement board long-lasting so you do not have any water penetration which could cause big problems between your grout line.

Benefits of Cement Board Over Conventional Siding for Exterior Walls

There are also many advantages to cement board which make it a great alternative to traditional outdoor wall siding options. Its strength is an attention-grabber. With its durable structure and impact resistance, cement board will not crack or break under the harshest weather conditions like high winds or heavy rains as would wood siding material or vinyl. This level of durability means extra safety for the exterior maintenance that protects all your home, a potentially less costly expense further down the line.

Cement board also has a distinct advantage over its competitors: it requires less maintenance. Cement board, which does not have to be painted or stained as often wood or vinyl siding. Not only, will this provide added longevity because of the superior resistance to insect infestation such as termites; which has caused millions in damages throughout US homes with traditional wood-sided exteriors extensively over time.

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