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Homeowners once had to make a choice: the beauty of genuine wood and stone, or the easy maintenance of a man-made alternative. Installing
vinyl siding over wood shingles, for example, meant you'd never have to
repaint again, but also required sacrificing architectural charm -- and
possibly getting kicked off your neighbor's dinner party guest list. Now,
though, you can have it all. A new breed of manufactured products
available at home centers and specialty shops looks realistic enough to
preserve or even boost your home's appearance.
While some of these modern materials are pricier than the natural versions, they will save you money and effort over the long term. Plus, "it's a compelling one-two punch for selling," says Lake Forest, Ill., realtor Carol Russ. "The traditional looks draw buyers in, and then I tell them that they're actually seeing new, super-durable materials." Here are six imitations that might be better than the real deal.
1. FIBER-CEMENT SIDING
2. CELLULAR PVC TRIM
3. QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS
4. SOLID VINYL FENCING
5. FIBERGLASS ENTRY DOORS
6. CLAD WINDOWS
While some of these modern materials are pricier than the natural versions, they will save you money and effort over the long term. Plus, "it's a compelling one-two punch for selling," says Lake Forest, Ill., realtor Carol Russ. "The traditional looks draw buyers in, and then I tell them that they're actually seeing new, super-durable materials." Here are six imitations that might be better than the real deal.
1. FIBER-CEMENT SIDING
2. CELLULAR PVC TRIM
3. QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS
4. SOLID VINYL FENCING
5. FIBERGLASS ENTRY DOORS
6. CLAD WINDOWS
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