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ASCEND Composite Cladding has a 3/4-inch panel projection for both its 7-inch Plank and 12-inch Board & Batten profiles. The 7-inch Plank also has a 3/8-inch butt height. Learn how projection, exposure, width, and panel thickness differ when specifying ASCEND.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding is not a structural building product and should not replace framing, structural sheathing, or a required weather-resistant barrier. It is an exterior cladding system engineered for strength, wind resistance, insulation, and long-term appearance when installed over a properly constructed wall.
Read More →ASCEND’s exclusive GP² Technology combines a glass-reinforced polymer exterior with graphite-infused polystyrene insulation. Learn how its glass fibers, pigments, UV protection, impact modifiers, flame retardants, and insulated backing work together to support strength, thermal performance, color retention, and moisture resistance.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding provides an overall R-value of up to 2.0, depending on the profile. ASCEND 7-inch Plank is rated at R-2.0, while ASCEND 12-inch Board & Batten is rated at R-1.6 under ASTM C1363 testing.
Read More →ASCEND 7-inch Plank Composite Cladding uses a forgiving hanging design that can help conceal minor wall imperfections and create a straighter finished appearance. However, damaged, unstable, or severely uneven substrates must still be repaired before installation.
Read More →ASCEND is not traditional vinyl siding. It is an insulated composite cladding manufactured from Glass-Reinforced Polymer (GRP) with integrated rigid foam insulation. Learn how ASCEND compares to vinyl siding, insulated vinyl siding, fiber cement, and engineered wood.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding is manufactured from Glass-Reinforced Polymer (GRP), a proprietary composite formulation reinforced with long glass fibers. The result is a durable, lightweight cladding system engineered to deliver the appearance of real wood with exceptional strength, low maintenance, and long-term performance.
Read More →Improper installation can reduce ASCEND Composite Cladding performance and may void or limit warranty coverage. Learn how fastening, clearances, flashing, weather barriers, panel locks, and manufacturer instructions affect warranty protection.
Read More →Contractors installing ASCEND Composite Cladding should keep complete project records, including purchase invoices, installation dates, product colors and profiles, photographs, installer information, warranty documents, and records showing compliance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
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A damaged ASCEND Composite Cladding panel can usually be replaced without removing an entire wall. Learn the correct replacement process for ASCEND 7-inch Plank and 12-inch Board & Batten, including unlocking, fastening, and reengaging the panel system.
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Submitting an ASCEND Composite Cladding warranty claim is straightforward when the proper documentation is available. Learn the step-by-step claim process, what information contractors should gather, how inspections work, and how to help homeowners achieve the fastest possible resolution.
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ASCEND Composite Cladding should not be painted, varnished, or covered with a field-applied coating. Learn how painting can affect warranty protection, why ASCEND is designed as a factory-finished product, and what to do if the exterior color needs attention.
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