Find Your Home’s Perfect Look: Different Aesthetic Styles of Siding

When it comes to curb appeal, siding is one of the most essential design elements of your home. It not only protects your home from the elements but also defines its style and character. At Mathis Home Improvements, we help homeowners across the Triad Region explore a wide variety of siding styles to match their vision, budget, and home's architectural design.

Here’s a look at some of the most popular aesthetic styles of siding—and how they can transform your home.

1. Traditional Lap Siding: Timeless Charm

Also known as horizontal siding or clapboard, traditional lap siding is a classic option that remains timeless. It creates long, clean lines across your home and works well on colonial, farmhouse, and Cape Cod-style homes.

Best for: Traditional and transitional homes. Materials: Vinyl, wood, fiber cement.

Popular Option: CertainTeed Vinyl Siding is a trusted choice for lap siding, offering durability and classic appeal in a wide variety of colors.

Style Tip: Go with soft whites, creams, or muted blues for a timeless New England feel.

2. Board and Batten: Rustic and Vertical

Board and batten siding has made a huge comeback thanks to the modern farmhouse trend. With its alternating wide boards and narrow battens, it adds texture and vertical interest.

Best for: Farmhouse, cottage, and rustic designs

Materials: Wood, vinyl, fiber cement

Sustainable Choice: James Hardie Composite Siding offers a low-maintenance, long-lasting alternative that mimics the look of real wood with added eco-friendly benefits.

Style Tip: Pair it with black window frames and metal roofing for a bold, updated look.

3. Shingle or Shake Siding: Coastal Comfort

Shingle siding (also known as shake siding) adds a cozy, handcrafted feel to your home. Often used in beach towns and cottage-style homes, it adds warmth and charm.

Best for: Cape Cod, cottage, and coastal homes

Materials: Cedar, vinyl, engineered wood

Eco-Friendly Tip: Opt for sustainable siding made from recycled or engineered materials to reduce your environmental impact.

Style Tip: Go natural for a weathered, driftwood look—or paint it in nautical hues for a classic beachy vibe.

4. Modern Vertical Siding: Sleek and Sophisticated

Clean lines, minimal profiles, and bold vertical installation make modern siding styles stand out. Vertical panels (like panel and reveal systems) are especially popular in contemporary homes.

Best for: Modern and minimalist homes

Materials: Metal, fiber cement, engineered panels

Top Pick: James Hardie’s HardiePanel® Vertical Siding creates a sharp, sleek aesthetic with the durability of fiber cement.

Style Tip: Use dark, saturated colors like charcoal, matte black, or navy for maximum impact.

5. Stone and Brick Veneer Accents: Texture and Elegance

While not a complete siding material, combining stone or brick veneer with traditional siding can elevate your home’s design. Use it around entryways, garage areas, or the base of your home for visual interest.

Best for: Craftsman, ranch, and luxury homes

Style Tip: Mix warm-toned stone with cream siding for an inviting feel, or opt for a bold look with dark brick and white trim.

6. Mixed-Material Siding: Custom and Creative

Why choose just one? Combining two or more siding styles gives your home a unique, custom look. For example, pair board and batten on the second story with lap siding on the first for contrast and dimension.

Best for: Custom homes, remodels, and showstoppers

Sustainable Strategy: Blending styles with materials like James Hardie fiber cement and CertainTeed Vinyl Siding can create a custom look while remaining energy-efficient and eco-conscious.

Style Tip: Balance bold contrasts with complementary colors to avoid a cluttered look.

Build Beautiful, Build Smart

At Mathis Home Improvements, we proudly install James Hardie Composite Siding, CertainTeed Vinyl Siding, and other top-rated, sustainable siding products to give your home a beautiful, long-lasting finish. Whether you're remodeling or building new, we’ll help you choose the right siding style that matches your house and values.

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