James Hardie Siding Styles for Homes in DC, Maryland, and Virginia 

Explore HardiePlank Lap Siding Profiles and Textures

HardiePlank lap siding is James Hardie’s most popular style and a natural fit for many DC-area homes. With multiple textures and profiles, HardiePlank can mimic painted wood or create a clean, contemporary look.

You can choose from classic wood-grain textures like HardiePlank Select Cedarmill, elevated profiles like HardiePlank beaded Cedarmill, and sleek Smooth options for modern lines.

Classic HardiePlank Select Cedarmill

HardiePlank Select Cedarmill is a lap siding profile with a realistic wood-grain finish. It captures the look of painted cedar boards without the maintenance demands of real wood.

Select Cedarmill works especially well if you want to:

• Maintain a traditional feel 

• Highlight the character of historic homes.

• Use a versatile base siding that pairs nicely with HardieShingle accents in gables or on upper stories.

HardiePlank Beaded Cedarmill and Beaded Smooth

Beaded lap siding includes a subtle rounded bead running along the bottom edge of each board, adding extra shadow and detail.

HardiePlank Beaded Cedarmill and Beaded Smooth are great choices when you want:

• A touch of Southern charm that suits colonials and porches in Northern Virginia and Annapolis.

• Extra architectural interest on front elevations without overwhelming the façade.

• A choice between textures, with Beaded Cedarmill offering wood-grain character and Beaded Smooth providing a more tailored, crisp finish.

HardiePlank Smooth Lap Siding

HardiePlank Smooth is a clean, flat lap siding that fits modern, transitional, and mid-century homes across the DC region. Without a wood grain, color becomes the primary visual focus.

Homeowners often use HardiePlank Smooth to:

• Create a streamlined look with bold James Hardie siding colors 

• Complement stone or brick accents for a refined, balanced exterior.

• Update older siding profiles to something more current while keeping the basic lap format.

Add Character With HardieShingle Siding Accents

HardieShingle siding gives homes the charm of cedar shingles without the ongoing upkeep and vulnerability to rot. Used in the right places, it brings texture and depth to home façades.

Straight Edge and Staggered Edge Panels

HardieShingle siding is available in panelized options that speed installation while offering a range of looks.

Straight Edge Panels feature a crisp, uniform bottom edge. This style:

• Creates a tidy, tailored appearance.

• Looks refined when paired with Smooth or Select Cedarmill HardiePlank siding.

Staggered Edge Panels have a more irregular bottom line that mimics hand-cut shingles. This profile:

• Offers a relaxed, handcrafted look that softens formal façades.

• Fits cottage-style homes, bungalows, and accents on steeper gables.

• Adds visual interest on second stories or bump-outs without feeling busy.

Both Straight Edge and Staggered Edge can be used as full-wall cladding or as strategic accents over HardiePlank lap siding.

Individual Shingles and Half-Rounds

For even more customization, James Hardie offers individual shingles and distinctive shapes.

Individual 7-inch shingles let you:

• Create custom patterns or varied exposures.

• Blend new siding into existing historic details.

• Highlight intricate trim or window groupings.

Half-round shingles add a unique, almost storybook character. They are especially effective when used to:

• Accentuate front-facing gables.

• Highlight entryways or special architectural features.

• Bring a signature detail to cottages and craftsman homes.

Make a Statement With HardiePanel Vertical Siding

HardiePanel vertical siding introduces strong vertical lines that read as either modern or farmhouse-inspired, depending on how you mix profiles and trim. It can also be used as an accent on portions of a home, such as two-story entries, rear elevations, or additions, while the rest of the house remains in HardiePlank lap siding. This mix can modernize an exterior without abandoning its original character.

Vertical Panel Texture Options

HardiePanel vertical siding is available in several textures.

Select Cedarmill:

• Vertical panel with a wood-grain texture.

• A good fit for rustic, craftsman, or farmhouse looks.

• Works nicely with Rustic trim and batten boards to create board-and-batten designs.

Smooth:

• Flat, sleek vertical panel.

• Suits contemporary, transitional, and modern farmhouse exteriors.

• Creates a clean backdrop for bold trim colors or mixed materials.

Stucco:

• Panel that imitates the look of traditional stucco.

• Offers a stucco-like appearance without some of the maintenance concerns of real stucco.

• Coordinates well with Mediterranean or mission-inspired architecture.

Sierra 8:

• Vertical panel with a distinctive repeating groove pattern.

• Adds definition and dimension to larger wall sections.

• Ideal when you want more visual interest than plain vertical panels provide.