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ASCEND Composite Cladding should be installed with galvanized steel or other corrosion-resistant nails, staples, or screws that meet the manufacturer’s published dimensions. Fasteners generally require at least 1-1/4 inches of penetration into solid nailable material, must be spaced according to the profile and wall assembly, and cannot be driven tightly against the nail hem.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding can be installed with common professional siding and carpentry tools. Contractors typically need measuring and layout tools, a circular saw with an approved blade, tin snips, an angle grinder, a utility knife or scoring tool, fastening equipment, safety gear, and profile-specific tools for panel removal or replacement.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding is an insulated exterior cladding system that combines a glass-reinforced polymer surface with graphite-infused polystyrene insulation. Current manufacturer literature lists 21 colors, 7-inch Plank and 12-inch Board & Batten profiles, thermal performance up to R-2.0, Class A flame-spread performance, and a transferable lifetime limited warranty—subject to the controlling technical, installation, testing, and warranty documents.
Read More →ASCEND 7-inch Composite Plank measures 12 feet, 3 inches long, has an 8.25-inch total width, a 7-inch installed exposure, and a 3/4-inch projection. Each carton contains 14 planks and provides approximately one square, or 100 square feet, of nominal coverage.
Read More →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 →ASCEND samples and demo kits are available at the counter, and most are free. Call to check which ASCEND colors are on hand.