Lap siding is siding that is installed in even horizontal planks. The planks are usually installed from the bottom to the top, and they are placed so that each plank overlaps with the one below it to create a watertight seal for your home. It is by far the most common type of siding in the United States and can be seen in residential homes in neighborhoods across the country.
Lap siding comes in a variety of materials. In the past, almost all lap siding was made from wood. Wood siding is still very popular in many circles, but these days lap siding is just as likely to be made from aluminum, vinyl, or fiber-cement. Each of these materials has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, wood siding is probably the most aesthetically pleasing, but it is more expensive and needs to be painted periodically. Vinyl is probably the most inexpensive siding option and requires little upkeep, but it doesn’t always give homes the same kind of curb appeal that wood siding does.
One of the more interesting things about lap siding is how versatile it is. In its simplest form, lap siding is perfectly uniform, with all the …
