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We’ve just about decided to go with fiber cement planks for a house we’re building in the snow country — 20 feet of snow in winter and hot summers. I found a stain being sold on the net “naturestain” which looks incredibly like cedar as far as I can tell. You use two different shades of stain on unprimed Hardiplank or whatever and it gives it some depth. Looks great.
I’m trying to get info from the company. Anyone have any experience with this? And realistically, how often would one have to reapply the stain? And why do all the fiber cement manufacturers say to use paint rather than stain?
Questions, questions …
Thanks
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Alexis
James Hardie makes fider cement products and they recommend Valspar paint. That is what we used and we like the result.
I searched for "naturestain" and could not find anything. Without knowing more about the product, its specified uses, and its warranties I would be reluctant to deviate from Mr. Hardie's recommendations.
Can you post a link to the source of "naturestain"?
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The web site for naturestain is at http://naturestain.com/
If you get a chance to have a look, I'd love your opinion.
By the way, does the Valspar paint you mention come in a variety of colors and how often do you reckon you'll have to repaint?
Regards
*I am getting ready to side my own house with hardiplank siding and plan to paint. Are there any drawbacks to painting before application of siding?
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Valspar is the oldest paint manufacturer in the US (since 1806).
Their paint is divided into grades just like everyone else's. The top of the line is the American Tradition line, which carries a lifetime warranty. It is superb paint, and will last many, many years. It has as many colors as you can imagine (any color can be matched).
I would highly recommend a primer coat using Zinsser brand Bullseye 1-2-3 (two coats) followed by two coats of exterior acrylic enamel Satin finish. The satin finish is not very glossy, but will give a slick surface that dirt and grime have a hard time adhering to.
just a thought...
James "Life is Hard" DuHamel
*Alexis,"NatureStain" looks like a good product but I have no experience with it. James Hardie has a web site http://www.jameshardie.com/usahome.htm , an e-mail [email protected] and a toll free number 1-888-JHARDIE. I suggest you send them an e-mail and ask them how they feel about NatureStain. They recommend a number of suppliers, Valspar for paint, Big Stretch for caulk, and Tamyln for vinyl vents, corners, and starter strips. NatureStain may be one of their approved "partners". When I was building my house I contacted them about the availability of some accessory items and they were very helpful.Steve
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Superdeck, which is known for its high quality Exterior deck coatings, and Redwood spa coatings, is just coming out with a concrete stain for cementitious fiberboard sidings(Cemplank, Hardie, Durapress, Etc..), and are working towards a Hardie recommend. I don't know if there is a connection between the two companies(Superdeck & Naturestain), but what I saw looked great. Hope it works! Painted Hardie neighborhoods in beige, tan, and gray are getting boring...
*Since we're on the sugject of painting Hardie-Plank, what do you do when it comes time to repaint? I just recently installed Hardie-Plank on my house with a fresh paint job. Hopefully it will be awhile, but, what do I do when the time comes? I can't prep it by sanding due to the rough-sawn look. Is pressure washing the answer?
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A light pressure washing will remove dust and make the surface much tackier...I just washed a boathouse last week and the surface is now real grippy feeling to the touch...perfect for recoat...One good coat possibly if white, two coats if a dark color...acrylic of course. Two coats last much longer than one, and will not take that much longer to apply since you are already set up.
near the stream,
aj
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We've just about decided to go with fiber cement planks for a house we're building in the snow country -- 20 feet of snow in winter and hot summers. I found a stain being sold on the net "naturestain" which looks incredibly like cedar as far as I can tell. You use two different shades of stain on unprimed Hardiplank or whatever and it gives it some depth. Looks great.
I'm trying to get info from the company. Anyone have any experience with this? And realistically, how often would one have to reapply the stain? And why do all the fiber cement manufacturers say to use paint rather than stain?
Questions, questions ...
Thanks