Fiber cement sheets are ideal for exterior siding.They are made from wood pulp and cement and are resistant to fire, bugs, mold, rodents, and moisture. On top of this, they are also easy to clean and maintain and are extremely durable. You can paint it or use finishing solutions such as high-pressure laminates or natural veneers to make it look like wood clapboards, stone, brick, and more. Fiber cement is affordable and lasts long, which can give you a good return on investment over time.

The qualities that make this material ideal for the outdoors are the same qualities that also make it ideal for the indoors. With its acoustic properties and versatile nature, fiber cement can be cut, colored, and even given the look of warm and natural wood at a marginal cost.

Here are some more uses for fiber cement sheets that you should be aware of.

Exterior siding 

Fiber cement sheets have gained popularity as a siding material because they are far more durable in comparison to vinyl siding and wood siding.It is also more affordable than brick and stone siding. Fiber cement is extremely resistant to harsh weather and temperature changes. You will find that ultraviolet rays, rain, heat, and even salt spray and birds and insects are unable to penetrate through them. They come in a variety of colors and textures so that you can pick the design that best suits your needs. Fiber cement is quite popular among homeowners as they give you the feel of natural wood but at a cheaper cost.

Tiled wall replacement  

Fiber cement sheets are quite useful indoors as tile backing boards in kitchens and bathrooms. Since fiber cement sheets are waterproof, they make ideal backing materials in spaces that are exposed to water on a regular basis. They are also highly resistant to mold, fungi, and mildew which makes it the ideal material to tile your walls with and ensures that they are more durable. They also offer a smooth finish which is extremely important during installation and owing to their waterproof nature, they can be used for bathroom slabs and kitchen shelves or counters.

Substitute tile flooring 

Fiber cement planks are the ideal substrate for tile flooring and can be used anywhere in the house. Most people use them for their kitchen and bathroom floors since they not only provide a smooth finish, but are also strong, especially in high traffic areas.They make for an ideal choice for flooring. While using fiber cement for flooring,ensure that the boards are half-inch in size. This will prevent grout cracking and breaking and also provide you with an ideal surface to work on.

The Takeaway 

When it comes to the installation of fiber cement board, never try to do it yourself as fiber cement board sheets are heavy and large and you need a professional to carry it, install it as well as have special tools for cutting it. A professional contractor will have the skills and the know-how to do the job and will do it much better. The way it is installed can also say a lot about its longevity. Fiber cement adds insulation and it is resistant to heat, cold, and even moisture which makes it a great choice for interiors as well as exteriors, and unlike other sidings, it’s practically indestructible. Most builders and architects prefer going in for this material for residential and commercial areas.