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Aluminum Siding Minimizes Maintenance

Just as the coming of spring is predictable, so is the frequent repainting ot\ home. Aluminum siding can. reduce the timeconsuming task of ting, as well as save m< for years to come. The main advantages of aluminum are durability, versatility and quality. Unlike wood siding, which requires repainting every two to four years, the baked-on or laminated finish of high quality aluminum siding is warranted to last decades. Aluminum, though one of the lightest structural metals, is also very strong. Because of this, aluminum, siding withstands harsh weather conditions, including extreme temperatures and high

winds, without cracking, chipping or peeling. pare you have re-sided home with aluminum youjtave minimized expenx future maintenance. Aluminum doesn’t require scraping, priming or painting. The only maintenance your siding may require is occasional spraying with a hose to remove accumulated dirt. Aluminum siding also offers the versatility of finishes. It comes in a variety of colors to suit any type of architecture or personal preference The colors of aluminum siding vary from pastels and deep reds, to blues, greens, browns, earth tones and white. In addition to numerous color choices, aluminum siding has a wide range of

styles (vertical and horizontal siding, shakes, etc.) and can be obtained in many different panel widths and empossed textures, from smooth to a grained texture that remebles rough-sawn wood To complete the exterior decoration of your home, aluminum offers a complete line of accessories such as soffit and fascia, gutters- and downspouts, shutters, coil for custom window trim, awnings, railings and even columns. For more information on aluminum siding, write for a free booklet, "‘A Homeqwners’s Guide to Choosing Siding,” from the Aluminum Association, Department SM, 818 Connecticut Ave., N.W., Washington, DC 20006. «

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