Metal siding made of aluminum or steel is generally low-maintenance, but steel isn’t suitable near saltwater.
Metal siding comes in a variety of styles and colors.
Characteristics:
— Available smooth or embossed with wood grain
— Comes in a wide range of factory-baked enamel colors
— Resists fire, rot, and insects
— Scratches on steel will rust, aluminum can dent
— Lasts 40 years to life of building