Fiber Cement Siding Expert
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Matt Spencer, Fiber Cement Siding Expert
Matt Spencer is the National Installation Manager for James Hardie Building Products, the largest manufacturer of siding in North America. Matt and his team educate installers, builders, and design professionals on the proper techniques to install fiber cement siding. Matt also works with James Hardie’s R&D group to develop and improve installation practices for new and existing products. Matt has been with James Hardie for eleven years holding prior positions in sales and product development. He earned a master’s from Northwestern University in product design and development.
More Articles by Matt Spencer
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Why not install fiber cement siding yourself?
You've heard all the wonderful things about fiber cement siding, and you'd like to save money by installing it yourself. Learn whether fiber cement is a DIY project or should be left to the professionals. More...
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Is fiber cement a green building product?
With the myriad claims about products and companies going green, it's often hard to determine just what that means. Explore whether fiber cement fits the definition of a green product. More...
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Choosing the right siding contractor
Manufacturers have standards that contractors must follow to get an endorsement. Use these rules of thumb and select a contractor who meets your needs. More...
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To paint or not to paint siding
Ready to give your home's exterior a new look? Before you dip that roller in the tray, learn more about the differences between field painting and prefinished fiber cement siding. More...
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Before siding, read the instructions
Installing fiber cement siding is easy. Doing it right is easy only if you follow rules. Find out what you need to know about your siding project before you begin. More...
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Siding design techniques: why all the rules?
Fiber cement siding offers a number of design options. Discover the suprising flexibility you can enjoy with fiber cement siding. More...
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What on earth is fiber cement siding?
Are you a homeowner looking for a low-maintenance exterior--one that won't burn, is a good return on your investment and has the look and feel of wood? If you don't know about fiber cement, you should. More...