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What is Architectural Block and How is It Used
There are lots of building materials out there. Perhaps you’re looking to take on some home task and aren’t sure what materials are best for a retaining wall. Maybe you’re wondering what materiel is under the Nichiha fiber cement siding of your home. The term architectural block may have come up.
So what is an architectural block?
- An architectural block is a building material that serves two purposes. First it serves as the structure of its subject, whether it’s a wall or a step, or anything else.
- Secondly it serves as the finished surface of its subject. The material offers a finish on the sides that end up showing on the structure so that nothing else needs to be done to it to finish it. It’s not the fine finish you might expect on French doors, but it passes as finished for many purposes.
You’ve no doubt seen this type of material, but may not have known it. Often cinder blocks are a form of an architectural block. They’re laid out on top of each other and held together with mortar. All you see of it when it’s finished is the clean finished side of it.
Your basement wall might be built of architectural block, saving the time and money it would’ve required to put a finish on top of the block for aesthetic purposes.
Architectural block is also often used in gardens and other landscaping projects. A couple layers of block might surround a newly planted tree. A long wall of architectural blocks may hold together a layered landscape.
Whether you need the basics of architectural block or something with quality fiber cement siding, such as Nichiha siding, we can take care of you at Siding Doctor. We also do wood replacement windows, doors, and other types of siding. We can give your home the curb appeal you’ve been after.
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5 Tips For an Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly Home
More and more people are looking for energy efficiency in homes. Homes need to meet a higher standard today, whether it’s to save money with efficiency or save the earth. Often energy slips through our windows and French doors.
Here are 5 tips for increasing your home’s energy efficiency:
- Properly seal all windows and doors. Heating or cooling your home without it being properly sealed is like trying to fill up the bathtub with the drain unplugged. Sometimes windows and doors need to be replaced to properly seal your home, especially old wood ones.
- Check for leaky faucets and water spouts. A tiny drop every couple of minutes might not seem like a lot, but it adds up. Be sure and check inside and out, underneath sinks and irrigation systems. Replacing one faucet is often cheaper than a month or two of a dripping faucet.
- Invest in green, energy-efficient siding, such as Nichiha siding. Fiber cement siding is not only produced in a green fashion, but will greatly increase your homes ability to insulate against hot and cold weather.
- Replace old appliances with energy efficient ones. Appliances are expensive, but so is all the energy the old ones suck up unnecessarily. You don’t have to get them all at once if you can’t afford it. Just slowly replace them as you are able and watch those bills shrink.
- Be sure your house is properly insulated. Your walls and ceiling need insulation to keep your house at a comfortable temperature. The siding of your home can help, but isn’t enough to keep the unwanted air out and the comfortable air in.
We can help you be more efficient at Siding Doctor. If you need new siding, wood replacement windows installed, or some French doors, then we can take care of you. You might be surprised by your next utility bill.
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Green Living
"To aid in cooling and heating efficiency of the interior, the contractor used Nichiha siding, a fiber-cement product made from recycled post-consumer waste. The process is Earth friendly because it diverts tons of waste that would have normally gone to the landfill. The fiber-cement exterior covering can also be molded to reflect various building styles. The Patricks chose a wide-board siding look. Roofing is a combination of shingles and metal siding, once again enhancing the home's ability to heat and cool efficiently."
Read more about this home renovation with Nichiha siding.
Nichiha Siding is the new siding product of The Siding Doctor. Visit www.nichiha.com for more information on this product and contact The Siding Doctor today for a free consultation to help you decide the best choice in making your home green.
