The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 3: Vertical Siding

Welcome back to our series on Mastic vinyl siding. In Part 3 of our series we’re taking a look at Mastic’s Vertical Vinyl Siding, which, in addition to all of the benefits of Mastic’s Lap Siding, also delivers the unique look of vertical installation. This durable premium siding can withstand Wisconsin weather — and look good doing so — year round. Mastic’s line up of vinyl siding provides Madison homeowners with a lot of benefits, including the fact that the products are eco-friendly, and come with an industry leading V.I.P. limited lifetime warranty. The warranty is backed by Ply Gem, the company that manufactures Mastic, and they have been a leader in pioneering performance home exteriors for nearly eight decades. In case you missed the previous installments, here’s what we covered: The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 1: Sustainability The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 2: Lap Siding Let’s take a look at some of the additional benefits Mastic Vertical Vinyl Siding offers, and also take a peek at the product

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The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 2: Lap Siding

Welcome back to our series on Mastic vinyl siding. In Part 1 of the series we focused on Mastic’s sustainability practices. Now, in Part 2, we shift our focus to their Lap Siding, which is a low-maintenance, durable premium vinyl siding that can withstand the extreme Wisconsin weather — be it hot or cold. Mastic’s Lap Siding has a lot of benefits, including the fact that it’s eco-friendly, and provides an industry leading V.I.P. limited lifetime warranty backed by Ply Gem, the company that manufactures Mastic, who is a 75-year leader in pioneering performance home exteriors. Let’s take a look at some of the additional benefits Mastic Lap Siding offers, as well as a gallery of all the available styles, and a sampling of the variety of color options you have to choose from … TRADITIONAL & TIMELESS Lap siding features flat, typically horizontally placed boards, which overlap each other (protecting your home from being infiltrated by water), Mastic’s lap siding options come in three widths: narrow, regular and wide — and range from 3-to-7

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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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