The Different Types of Lap Siding

The Different Types of Lap Siding For Your Home


Lap siding is so popular that you might actually not know what it looks like. Because it’s everywhere. It’s also called horizontal lap siding, clapboard or bevel siding.

Is it perfect for your home? It’s incredibly versatile and comes in an entire rainbow of colors, so it works in just about any situation.

Here’s a closer look at it, and the different types you will find.

Dutchlap Siding

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This is one of the most popular types you will see on today’s homes. It’s simple, which makes it incredibly versatile. It looks amazing on colonial, Victorian, or any other type of classic style home, or something more modern.

The simplistic horizontal nature means it’s also a good fit for both symmetric and asymmetric structures.

Our Double 5 Inch Dutch Lap Vinyl Siding is a perfect example of versatility, functionality, and beauty.

Horizontal Siding

This type is less common. Horizontal Sidng gives the appearance that the boards are butted right up against each other, as opposed to a staggered and layered pattern that you see with Dutch lap siding.

It is not quite as versatile when used on the exterior of the home, but you might actually find it more useful inside, to give a rustic, cabin-type appearance.

Fiber Cement Lap Siding

If you want the popular look of fiber cement siding, it will cost you. This is one of the more expensive siding materials that you’re going to encounter.

At the same time, it’s difficult to install. This means the average DIY enthusiast isn’t realistically going to install this themselves. It might actually cost you more money than just letting a professional do it for you.

The materials are extremely expensive, so a single mistake could be very costly. If you’re looking to install it yourself, vinyl siding is a considerably better option to look at.

We Are Lap Siding Experts

At KWP, we don’t believe you should have to sacrifice style for sustainability. Our success comes from exceeding our customers’ expectations, while providing them with the most environmentally responsible products.

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