Comparing Material Options for Your Backyard Structure
Vinyl siding or engineered wood? Which shingles should I choose?
In this guide, we’ll review key features for various shed components, including roofing, siding, and doors.
- Roofing
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Asphalt Shingles
Delivered & Built On Site Sizes
- More granules on their surface vs. 3-tab shingles
- Stronger adhesives
- Thicker and tougher base vs. 3-tab shingles
Duration (Optional upgrade)
- Dramatic color contrast & depth
- Unique fabric strip in the nailing area for extra grip
- Algae resistant protection
Metal
- More color options vs. shingles
- Can last up to 50 years with minimal care
- More expensive compared to shingles
- Siding
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Engineered Wood
Smartside Lap
- Fewer seams give a cleaner finished look
- Looks like real wood
- 50-year limited warranty
Duratemp
- Composite surface with a veneer that will not crack or split
- Looks like real wood
- 50-year limited warranty
Natural Wood & Vinyl
Pine
- Exclusive rough sawn finish gives a rustic look
- Tongue & groove construction for a tight fit
- Strong 1 x 8 premium-grade pine
Vinyl
- Maintenance free
- Good complement to homes with vinyl siding
- Lower cost vs. engineered wood
- Doors
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Wood
- Most popular option
- Lower cost compared to steel or vinyl
- Blends well with wood exterior
Vinyl
- Low to no maintenance
- 5 color options
- 4 door styles
Steel
- 7 door styles
- 18 color options
- Optional deadbolt lock