A prototype of Hardie's Reveal Panel.
Manufacturer James Hardie has officially entered the commercial and multifamily market with the introduction of Hardie Reveal Panel, a contemporary-style fiber-cement panel that is 40% thicker than residential fiber-cement, the maker says, providing for a deeper reveal.
The company says the material is an alternative to more-expensive imported panels and offers faster installation compared to EIFS and stucco. Its smooth surface allows architects to utilize fiber-cement without having a residential wood-grain look. As part of the company’s HardieZone System, the material is engineered for the unique climate of its region.
Reveal Panels are backed by a 30-year limited warranty. They come primed and ready for paint; in 2010, they also will be available pre-finished with ColorPlus Technology in as many as 26 different colors, the firm states. –Victoria Markovitz
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Hey, this is pretty cool stuff. We replace siding on apartments and condos and our rep has not discussed this with us yet. 40% thicker is great! We might be able to use instead of metal siding too. What is the R-Value?