This gives you the rustic look. Siding Types - Stucco and Aluminum Stucco is an extremely durable siding. It s made up of concrete and is applied in three coats. The desired color pigment is mixed into the finished coat so painting is not necessary. Drawbacks however include the fact that it s difficult to apply, requires careful application and cracks may occur if it s not applied correctly.
Aluminum siding comes in two basic types.
One gives the appearance of wide or narrow boarding and offers a range of colors which have been applied at the factory. Since is has a greater range of styles, colors and textures, it can be easily adapted to most any architectural styles. The main advantages of aluminum siding include its longevity and low maintenance. It doesn t change much over time and it is finished with coatings that are formulated for toughness and long-term durability. Siding Types - Vinyl and Steel Vinyl is very similar to aluminum and has a very similar appearance once applied.