Which is better Hardie board or stucco?

The positive for stucco is its durability and low maintenance. The negative is that it needs to be mixed and applied properly or it can become brittle and crack over time. Hardie siding has become a default name for fiber cement siding. From a cost standpoint, stucco does cost less than hardie.Click to see full answer. Likewise, is Hardie board better than stucco?The positive for stucco is its durability and low maintenance. The negative is that it needs to be mixed and applied properly or it can become brittle and crack over time. Hardie siding has become a default name for fiber cement siding. From a cost standpoint, stucco does cost less than hardie.Beside above, which is better stucco or siding? Stucco is much more durable than vinyl siding. Fairly durable material, but can be physically damaged. Stucco is much better choice for energy efficiency compare to non-insulated siding. Non-insulated vinyl siding do not have any insulation ability. Similarly one may ask, can you put Hardie board over stucco? The short answer is that yes, we can install Hardie over stucco! The best method involves installing strapping (structural wood framing) fastened through the existing stucco to the studs. This allows us to nail the Hardie boards and trims to the strapping, which is a level and structural fastening surface.How much does it cost to stucco a 1400 sq ft house?The average cost to stucco a house is $6 to $9 per square foot, including materials and labor. Applying stucco over brick or resurfacing costs less at $3 to $6 per square foot. To re-stucco a house, add $1 per square foot for stucco removal costs.

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