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Cladding and Facades
News Release from: James Hardie | Subject: ColorPlus siding facade solutions
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 September 2007
James Hardie ColorPlus siding facade
solutions
ColorPlus siding facade solutions for architects and builders looking to create more attractive communities using sustainable materials.
James Hardie, the world market leader of fibre cement-based building products, today announced the European introduction of the ColorPlus Technology range to its siding solutions This unique autoclaved-coating technology will enable building professionals to create visually inspiring, multi-dwelling communities with individual personality and charm
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 21 Nov 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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With 21 colours available in HardiePlank and HardiePanel and six for HardieTrim, James Hardie now has the widest variety of autoclaved-coating colours and textures on the market from smooth to render, Boothbay Blue to Woodland Cream.
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Supported by a 10-year limited warranty, ColorPlus Technology coated sidings also deliver the advantages of easy cleaning with soap and water; resistance to weather, insect and fire damage.
James Hardie siding solutions offer an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to traditional building materials.
The UK Government's Housing Green Paper has put increased pressure on building professionals and product manufacturers to source environmentally friendly products and adopt new environmental and sustainable procedures during the construction process.
Onsite, James Hardie's Siding solutions can be easily cut with a knife and do not require any specialist or heavy duty tools for installation, this helps to reduce noise pollution, prevent dust and reduce excess waste.
Once installed, these non-toxic products are low maintenance and require minimal upkeep.
During demolition or reconstruction, they can be easily removed and re-used, presenting durable yet very sustainable building solutions for future building projects.
"Architects and builders alike are trying to find new ways to design attractive communities where people want to live and move away from the sea of red brick estates".
"With our new siding selection the possibilities for design are endless and the practicalities of price, quality, safety and environmental concerns have all been taken into account," explains Limor Joseph- Raz, European marketing director for James Hardie.
"They enjoy working with our products, they like the quick availability and the reaction they get from buyers".
"The siding adds great curb-appeal to the developments!".
Lightweight and durable, James Hardie sidings can be easily attached on external facades.
Installed side by side to Stucco or brick, these solutions do not need specialist skills to install, saving time and money throughout the construction phase.
ColorPlus Technology is now exclusively available from James Hardie authorised distributors throughout the UK.
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