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Looking for guidance on which siding style to cover your home in? We get it! After all, your siding is a huge player in your curb appeal, right? When it comes to your home exterior upgrade, siding sets the tone for your home’s first impression and drives your additional design choices. So how do you determine whether to go with vertical or horizontal siding?
By asking yourself some probing questions, you just may uncover the answer you’re looking for to end your horizontal vs. vertical siding dilemma. Let’s get started!
The Advantages of Horizontal Siding
Do you want your home to blend in nicely with your neighborhood?
Most of the homes in your neighborhood are likely covered with horizontal siding. So, if you want to stay aligned with the cohesion already established in your area, horizontal siding is a great choice. Makes sense, right?
Are you looking for timeless aesthetics that will appeal to a variety of homeowners when it comes time to sell?
Horizontal lap siding is traditional and delivers a classic look that many people love. That means it’s a great option now and when you decide to sell your home. In short, it’s a safe choice! Horizontal siding, also called lap siding, comes in fiber cement, vinyl, wood, aluminum, or engineered wood. Durable fiber cement is one of the most popular choices, with insulated vinyl right behind it. Both of these options deliver a great return on your investment (ROI).
Do you own a Traditional, Ranch, Colonial, or Victorian style home?
Traditional homes covered in horizontal siding are an American favorite. Their timeless appeal offers classic features we all love.
Ranch style homes’ traditional aesthetic is enhanced when lap siding covers these American favorites.
Colonial houses, with their unique charm, are gorgeously highlighted by the classic look of horizontal panels. The horizontal lines create a sense of symmetry and balance.
Dutch Colonial homes have a traditional, symmetrical design. Lap siding enhances their classic aesthetic by drawing attention to their horizontal orientation.
Victorian houses look elegant when horizontal siding is installed with details like beaded edges to add a touch of sophistication to these beloved homes.
The Modern Appeal of Vertical Siding
Do you want your home to stand out from others in your neighborhood?
If you have distinct style preferences, and you love the look of vertical siding, then go for it! Your house won’t look like the other cookie-cutter homes in your neighborhood. Instead, it will be a bold expression of your design preferences. So, if you’re tired of your home looking like all the others on the block, vertical siding may be the best choice for you!
Are you looking for ways to boost your home’s value?
If you’re planning to sell your home soon, vertical siding may just be what makes your property stand out from the competition. Its contemporary design creates memorable curb appeal, which leads to a positive first impression for potential buyers.
Do you own a Modern, Farmhouse, Cape Cod or Craftsman home?
Farmhouse homes pairs perfectly with vertical siding with its rustic beauty. Chic board and batten siding looks ideal on this home style.
Craftsman homes, with their artsy flair, are perfectly complemented when covered in vertical siding. Add some earthy hues to your exterior, and you’re all set!
Modern homes—with their clean, sleek lines—are an ideal fit for vertical siding.
Cape Cod houses also look exceptional when covered in vertical siding. It adds height to these houses, enhancing their beauty.
Are you ready to make a trendy statement and create eye-catching curb appeal?
Stylish vertical siding gives your home a modern vibe. You can even create the popular rustic chic board and batten look with it by adding trim between vertical panels. When you choose vertical siding, your home’s distinct look will set it apart.
Why Not Get the Best of Both by Installing Horizontal and Vertical Siding?
Does your home have architectural elements you can bring out by highlighting them with a different siding style?
Are you on the fence about whether to go vertical or horizontal? We totally understand! The good news is you don’t have to stick exclusively to one siding style. You can use horizontal on the body of your home and then add vertical siding to accent your dormers or gables. The other fun thing is that you can achieve different looks by playing with the thickness of your vertical panels. (They come in a variety of widths!)
Want your home to look more stylish than ever?
Your house will look more current when you mix horizontal and vertical siding. And your exterior design will show you’re on trend and in the know by setting your home apart from standard siding options.
A Final Tip on Choosing Your Siding Style
Your home is a distinct reflection of you. It’s where you put down your roots, make your memories, and create unforgettable moments with the people you love. So, give yourself permission to let your personality and the style you love cover it!
Take time to find a contractor you can trust and ask them for guidance as you communicate your dreams. Drive by examples of their work and define your taste. Then make an informed decision and go for it! Go ahead and be bold with your siding style and color choices. Be yourself! And create the dream home you’ve been desiring for so long.
Ready for a Home Exterior Makeover?
Tired of your current siding and in need of a change? At Giant Siding & Windows, we get it! We’ve been family-owned and operated for 3 generations. And we’re here to listen to your dreams and help bring them to life!
Looking for inspiration as you daydream about your home’s possibilities? Check out this exterior makeover we did on a home in White Plains.
