I've learned that Masonite siding isn't being produced anymore, and I need to replace about 100 feet of it in various spots on my house. Does anyone know of a product that would blend well and not look awful? Honestly, I can't stand Masonite—who thought using cardboard for siding was a good idea?
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Masonite is definitely out of production, but fiber cement siding is available and pretty popular now. Definitely check out a local lumber yard over a big store; they'll have better options and insight into what works best for replacements.
I had Masonite on my last house too, and it’s just the worst. You might want to look into wood or PVC clapboard; those could match your existing siding nicely.
I swapped my Masonite for Hardy board, and honestly, I can't believe how much better it looks! Just a heads up, you'll need to drill nail holes in the Hardy boards, or they might crack. But they're great for heat insulation, and they look nice!
You actually don't need to drill holes with Hardie boards; they have a design that works without it.
For a similar look, I found a profile of smooth Hardie Plank that matched my old Masonite siding perfectly. Just a tip if you're replacing larger sections.