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HardiePlank® Cladding |
Wood |
uPVC |

Durable |
Made with advanced material fibre cement, which has an expected life span in excess of 60 years. |
Cladding may split, crack and deteriorate season after season. |
May be susceptible to fading, warping, cracking and sagging over time. |
Low Maintenance |
With ColourPlus™ technology, a multi-coat, baked on finish that is fade resistant and does not need regular repainting. |
Moisture movement may cause paint to crack and peel prematurely. Painted wood will need to be re-painted every 5 years and stained wood treated every 3 years. |
May be susceptible to fading and dis-colouration, cannot be repainted. |

Weather Resistant |
Engineered for climate. Can be installed all year round and will stand up to storms and harsh winter weather. |
Likely to have significant cold weather and water damage problems, causing rotting, swelling and shrinkage. |
Becomes brittle and susceptible to cracking when cold. |

Fire
Resistance |
Fire resistant and will not ignite when exposed to direct flame or extreme heat; it is non-combustible with a fire classification of A2, s1dO - the highest possible fire rating for a coloured facade board. |
Combustible material which burns easily and very quickly, producing significant amounts of heat and smoke. |
Melts and warps when exposed to fire. |

Pest
Resistant |
Resistant to pests and rodents that can cause damage. |
Vulnerable to rodent and pest damage. |
Vulnerable to pests. |