The pre-finishing of trim and siding by machine ensures even application and protection from environmental degradation. Combine this with a factory finish coat and you have the most economical and durable sidings available today.
The main advantages are:
- Independent studies by the Forest Products Laboratory show that adhesion of all coatings is significantly reduced when wood has been allowed to weather prior to coating. Pre-finishing ensures that the siding is protected in advance of installation.
- Whether you decide to stain or paint, a factory applied base coat provides a uniform finish which enhances any factory or field applied topcoat.
- Pre-finishing can put you ahead at your building site. Pre-staining and priming provide you with trim and siding that is sealed all four sides and ready for installation immediately. And pre-finished siding can be installed under any weather conditions, so there are no problems coordinating schedules.
- Machine application has been proven to reduce costs by at least 25%. Using factory finish can further reduce the long run costs by lengthening the intervals between maintenance coats. Factory finishes are warrantied for 15 years.
