Head-to-head
ELITE vs. other siding materials
See how ELITE steel siding compares to wood, vinyl, fiber cement, and aluminum across the factors that matter most over the life of a home.
| Criteria | ELITE | Wood | Vinyl | Fiber Cement | Aluminum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Annual rinse | Paint/stain every 3–5 yrs | Wash; replace cracked panels | Repaint every 10–15 yrs | Dent repair, fade touch-up |
| Fire rating | Class A (non-combustible) | Combustible | Melts/ignites | Class A | Non-combustible |
| Wind resistance | 160 mph rated | Blow-off risk | Blow-off in high wind | Good; heavy | Dents, blow-off |
| Impact / hail | Passes 1.5" hail | Dents, splits | Cracks in cold | Can chip, crack | Dents easily |
| Rot / insects | Immune | Rot, termite risk | Immune to rot | Can absorb moisture | Immune to rot |
| Lifespan | 40+ years | 15–30 yrs with care | 20–40 yrs | 30–50 yrs | 30–40 yrs |
| Color fade | Kynar 500, 40 yr | Fades, bleaches | Chalks over time | Requires repaint | Fades, chalks |
| Recyclability | 100% recyclable | Biodegradable, treated waste | Difficult to recycle | Landfill | Highly recyclable |
No painting
Kynar 500 finish means no repainting, staining, or sealing over the life of the product.
Hail tough
28-gauge steel resists impact damage that cracks vinyl and dents aluminum.
Fire safe
Non-combustible steel substrate meets the strictest wildfire and building codes.
Wood look
Deep cedar emboss and multi-layer print give the warmth of wood without the maintenance.
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