The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 1: Sustainability

Last summer, we took a look at all of the vinyl siding brands we carry at Legacy Exteriors — including Mastic, Norandex, Exterior Portfolio, and Mitten. As we enter the 2025 spring season, we’re going to take a deeper dive into these brands to help give you a better understanding of which one might be best for your vinyl siding needs. Before we begin, we’d like to note that ALL of the brands mentioned above produce outstanding vinyl siding products, and also offer excellent warranties, so in many cases a homeowner’s choice comes down to price point, color, and siding style. In this series on Mastic vinyl siding, we’re going to take a look at the three different types of siding they offer — lap siding, vertical siding, as well as shake and shingle siding — to show you the aesthetic differences between each, as well as highlight some of the top benefits of each siding type. Before we jump into the different siding styles, let’s take a look at one of the major benefits

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Get to Know IKO Roofing, Part 7: Royal Estate Designer Asphalt Shingles

In the final installment of our series on IKO asphalt shingles, we’re taking a look at the Royal Estate Designer Shingles line, which offers precision, random-cut contours, as well as extra-deep shadow bands, that deliver a stunning aesthetic. If you’re not familiar with the brand, IKO is one of the top asphalt shingle makers in the country — along with GAF and Owens Corning. Every single line of IKO shingles are designed to be installed efficiently, and built to last. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the benefits of Royal Estate shingles, as well as color selection. Before we jump in, here’s a quick overview of the previous installments of our IKO series: Dynasty Performance Shingles Nordic Performance Shingles Cambridge Architectural Shingles Marathon Plus AR Traditional 3-Tab Shingles Armourshake Designer Shingles Crown Slate Designer Shingles IKO’s ROYAL ESTATE SHINGLES DELIVER ELEVATED BEAUTY & PERFORMANCE IKO describes these shingles as, “a truly stunning design option that’s not just a step up from the ordinary — but a quantum leap.” As a long-time

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Get to Know IKO Roofing, Part 6: Crown Slate Designer Asphalt Shingles

In part 6 of our series on IKO asphalt shingles, we’re diving into the Crown Slate line, which is inspired by the luxurious, sought-after look of natural slate tiles. There are a lot of benefits associated with Crown Slate shingles — including imparting outstanding protection for your home — which is why they’re a popular choice among homeowners in the Dane County area. IKO is one of the top asphalt shingles brands in the country, along with GAF and Owens Corning. They are designed to be installed efficiently, and built to last. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the benefits of Crown Slate shingles, plus take a look at color options, too. Before we jump in, here’s a quick overview of our IKO series: Dynasty Performance Shingles Nordic Performance Shingles Cambridge Architectural Shingles Marathon Plus AR Traditional 3-Tab Shingles Armourshake Designer Shingles Crown Slate Designer Shingles Royal Estate Designer Shingles  STATELY CHARM THAT’S AS TOUGH AS NAILS Crown Slate shingles are made to adorn and protect estate homes and homes of

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