Comments on: Rethinking Natural Wood Siding

By: Belle B

Belle B — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:51:15 +0000

Where can I purchase these sidings or panels. I live in the Washington DC Metro area and love the modern look of these wood sidings.

By: Mike D.

Mike D. — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:27:20 +0000

Mike: I didn't consider that route because I didn't really like the look of that Hardie-panel stuff. Some people do though. Here's the big siding post I wrote.

By: mike

mike — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:23:35 +0000

i’m in a similar situation as im replacing the siding on my house. i’ve been looking at some of the cement fiber products that look like wood (at least on line – need to order a sample) did you consider this route at all?

great pics btw

By: Mike D.

Mike D. — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:50:34 +0000

Hi Anthony: Interesting. I haven’t had any problems yet, but it’s only been a few months. Did ProDema pay for the replacement?

By: Anthony

Anthony — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:46:33 +0000

Hello,

I’m writing from a small architecture studio here in NYC and have a questions re: the prodema panels.

About 4 years ago, we installed prodema paneling in the backyard vicinity of a townhouse renovation that we completed. Since then, the laminate has peeled twice, the second time after reinstallation according to their specific install specs.

Question being, have you had any problems with the panels yourself?

Thank you in advance for any review/advice you may have.

By: Patrick

Patrick — Fri, 14 May 2010 15:48:46 +0000

To piggyback on Jeff’s post:
Abet Laminati makes a product similar to the EcoClad product. It’s a printed wood grain so the panel-to-panel color variation is a non-issue. We recently used it on a residential project as part of the rainscreen system and it worked and looks great.

We went through a full pricing loop with the Prodema and Parklex panels and one of the main issues that increased cost on those products were the dollar:euro value and the cost of shipping the products from Spain. The Abet panels proved to be the most cost effective alternative.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Fri, 14 May 2010 14:14:45 +0000

Sorry for posting the obvious Mike. If I had taken a little more time to review your site I would have notice how out-of-date my comments are. The house looks great and I hope you keep your blog open when you’re all moved in. I’d like to hear how the Prodema product hold up in your climate.
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By: Jeff

Jeff — Fri, 14 May 2010 13:55:49 +0000

Hi Mike,

A couple of notes from my recent research and experience. ProDema and Parklex are both produced in Spain and cut to shape here in the US. Both are basically the same, a resin based core with a real wood veneer on the exposed surface. True to natural wood these panels can have a wide range of color and grain. We used Prodema on the North Campus Residence Hall at Roger Williams University (RI). The variations were problematic at first but we were able to mix and distribute panels in a way that the variations began to blend. I can send you pictures if you’re interested. Another element of these panel is the use of exposed fasteners. Some may have a issue with this aspect although they can be made to blend with the general panel color. The jury is still out with regard to fading.

Another panel option is EcoClad http://www.kliptech.com/ecoclad.html This product is produce right there in Washington. Although the basic material is the same the wood finish is not real it’s printed. Color and grain is obviously very consistent from panel to panel and the range includes every pattern that Wilsonart produces. If you’re interested in eco-friendly products this stuff is definitely worth a look.

Cheers

By: Patrick

Patrick — Wed, 05 May 2010 23:28:33 +0000

To credit the house above listed as “unknown”, it is the Mullen Street Residence, designed by Craig Steely and located in San Francisco.

http://craigsteely.com/projects/mullen_street

By: victor riaño

victor riaño — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:42:18 +0000

Does any one of you have experienced melia azedarach wood
mindi wood

Victor Riaño