Rating of the best siding manufacturers in 2020

Siding is a building panel that is installed on the outside of the room and fixed on a metal or wood mesh, which ultimately makes it possible to give a beautiful look to all surfaces of the house. This design allows you to distribute insulation materials in the inner part, as well as to protect the side surfaces from various natural factors.

In order to choose the right finishing material, it is worthwhile to study the products of all possible siding manufacturers. It is in this article that there is a list of the best brands of siding materials. First of all, before choosing a specific company, it is necessary to study all the advantages and disadvantages, as well as the capabilities of each manufacturer. Comparing the parameters of all options, it becomes clear which manufacturer is better.

Siding selection criteria

Currently, siding manufacturers produce a wide range of quality panels for the treatment of living spaces. Before you get acquainted with the rating of the best manufacturers, it is worth determining the following criteria for evaluating siding.

• The number and quality of layers - first of all, you need to pay attention to this very criterion. Resistance to deformation and other natural phenomena depends on the quality of the panel coating. If the panel consists of one pigment layer, then its approximate lifespan is several years. After that, the surface of the panel will begin to lose its resistance to precipitation and will begin to deteriorate. For a long service life, a four-layer panel consisting of primed and painted surfaces is suitable. However, such siding will have a high cost.
• Impact resistance level - when choosing a particular panel, it is worth considering its ability to mechanical deformation. Small and large stones, heavy rain, hail or accidental impacts can all leave a noticeable mark on the surface. There are models on which abrasions will remain, on others - cracks, on others - scratches.
• The level of fire resistance - there are such representatives of siding, which contain substances that are not susceptible to fire or extreme heat, and there are those that, in contact with ignition, release poisonous gas into the air.
• Wind resistance level - there are special panels that withstand strong gusts of wind. The level of wind resistance in such materials ranges from 150 to 300 km / h. Panels of this nature are suitable for residents who live in steppe and mountainous areas.
• The nature of the operation - there are several types of panels that are suitable for both interior and exterior decoration. Depending on the purpose, the materials contain the appropriate substances. For example, exclusively environmentally friendly materials are used in internal surfaces.
• Appearance - in addition to the fact that the panels have a varied range of colors, the arsenal of design solutions includes an imitation of natural stone, natural wood, cinder block or brick.
• The composition of the model - when choosing panels, it is worth considering not only the total surface area. It is imperative to take into account all possible angles, frames, drops, ends and the height of the room itself. To help with the processing of all surfaces, there is a special equipment in the form of a J-profile and connecting nodes, which are necessary for installing the panels
• Required certificates - when purchasing siding, you need to check for certificates, which should be in one set. This document must indicate all the exact parameters of the panels, as well as a guarantee for uniform painting and operation.

Siding type

First of all, you should pay attention to the type of siding. The criteria, of course, help to determine the best options, however, first of all, you need to decide on the type of panels.

Siding is divided into three types, and each of them has its own characteristics.

1. Vinyl siding - the advantages of these panels include the middle price category, good moisture tolerance, ease of cleaning, resistance to low and high temperatures, the ability to melt and not burn on contact with fire, a huge range of colors, as well as the lightness of the design itself. The disadvantages include yellowing of light shades, deformation in sunlight, cracking from impacts, a relatively short service life, the ability to release poisonous gas during combustion.
2. Acrylic siding - its advantages include a multi-layer structure, increased resistance to ultraviolet rays, the ability to withstand deformation when heated to 70 degrees, easy maintenance and installation of panels, as well as withstanding mechanical loads and environmental friendliness of materials in the composition. slightly overpriced.
3. Metal siding - the advantages of these panels include a rather long service life, a wide choice of colors, resistance to fire and strong temperature changes. These profiles have 3-4 layers of coating and do not get parasites. There are enough drawbacks in these panels, and they include too high a price, a decrease in thermal insulation, fading of flowers after a long service, deformation after impacts, the ability to rust in places where paint has peeled off and a very difficult installation due to a large weight.

After reviewing all the advantages and disadvantages of each type of panel, it becomes clear that these coatings are the best option of all types of cladding. Moreover, siding has the best insulation and has a long service life.

List of Top Siding Companies

Docke

The best siding manufacturer is the German company Docke, which is capable of producing the highest quality and at the same time inexpensive products. Despite this, the coatings of the German company are available for free purchase in many countries. Several branches were opened in the Russian Federation, in which siding production is carried out under the supervision of the founders. The products in these factories are made using German equipment and from German materials.

The name of the company is a true reference to the word "cover" (translated from German), which subsequently clearly hints at the priority in the activities of manufacturers.

Among the reviews of authoritative experts, you can find instructions on the relation of free access to all siding component parts. In the event of a shortage of any nodes, you can safely find the company's service, which contains all the necessary parts.

Docke currently produces more than nine million square meters of flooring per year and these products are divided into several classes.Taking into account the incomes of all strata of society and their opportunities, the company produces Lux, Premium and Standard series, which have unique, in relation to each other, distinctive features. In the most expensive series there is a mahogany drawing, in cheaper versions there are ordinary colors with various ornaments.

• Huge assortment, taking into account cost and appearance;
• Service life: within 50 years;
• The Russian Federation has about 8000 official siding shops.

• The ability to melt and give off poisonous gas;
• The overwhelming majority of production comes from vinyl;
• The cost is too high.

Vox

This manufacturer appeared in the early nineties of the last century in Poland and at the moment its products are widely represented in Europe, Africa and Asia. In addition to siding products, the Polish company is engaged in the production of not cheap furniture, and their choice of coatings is not very large. Most of their siding is vinyl panels. The range of the company includes facade coating slabs with timber colors, plinth panels with imitation of brick and stone (this effect adds color to the foundation) and ship-type coatings with an overlap structure.

Also in the catalog there are soffit strips with which you can process a visor or box.

Basically, buyers claim that the panels have increased fire resistance and density. This is evidenced by a small test, during which the panel was left in the fire for a long time before melting.

Experts note that Vox products are distinguished by a well-developed installation scheme, which carefully indicates all the nuances of panel installation. Also in this scheme there is the presence of all finishing materials, components and elements for wall processing. This move is very practical, because it can help even an amateur to ensure the installation of siding.

• The presence of refractory panels;
• Difference from similar panels due to the large section of the profile;
• Warranty and all necessary certificates;
• Presence of a wiring diagram.

• In the cold season, the panels begin to taper;
• Specific smell after installation;
• Choice too small;
• Production of exclusively vinyl surfaces.

Alta Profile

This manufacturer is a prominent representative of high-quality domestic siding. Alta-Profil began its production in 1995 in the Moscow region and has reached certain heights. Alta's products include 3 types of interior finishes: Alta-Siding, Acrylic and Prestige. The assortment of the company includes brown and white fittings, and they are necessary for installing the slats. As for vinyl siding, it comes in several colors, namely lemon light green, strawberry and beige. For lovers of sophisticated design, there is acrylic siding in purple and pistachio colors.

Product reviews are mostly positive. Ordinary builders claim that the installation of panels is very easy. This is facilitated by fast cutting of acrylic materials using a special tool, while there are no defects.

Experts, in turn, call Moscow products the best among cheap siding. Despite the low cost, the panels retain their color saturation for a long time. As the certificate indicates, the service life can be enough for about 50 years.

• The presence of acrylic siding with unusual shades;
• Low price category;
• It is processed with a cutting tool without defects;
• Free use of panels with a profile section of 0.5 mm.

• Some models will fade over several years;
• Weak resistance to mechanical stress;
• Limited color range of vinyl panels;
• The high cost of accessories.

Mitten

A Canadian siding manufacturer that began production a little over 50 years ago, but is already known around the globe and is worthy of praise from many experts. The products of this company are widely used in many countries of Europe and Asia. In Russia, panels from Canadians have been sold since 1995 and have good reviews, even though only vinyl coverings are produced.

Among the products of the Canadian company there are two lines: Sentry and OregonPride. According to the manufacturers' instructions, the panels can be installed even during severe frosts, however, this can lead to an undesirable effect in the warm season, therefore, it is not worth tightening the bolts to the very limit. The fact is that after warming, the panel will begin to swell, and in the case of strong pressing of the bolts, the surface will begin to crack.

Experts mark vinyl panels from this manufacturer as one of the best due to their increased strength. Siding from Mitten has a profile section of 1.2 mm and it perfectly resists various mechanical deformations. Strong pressure can be applied during cleaning as the panels can withstand almost any effort.

• Increased surface strength;
• Good wind resistance;
• Long color durability;
• Availability of certificates and guarantees.

• Possibility of blistering of the coating during solar heating in case of improper installation;
• Lack of metal and acrylic models;
• The price is too high.

Tecos

This company produces quality products that have been known in Russia for 15 years. Tecos manufactures a wide variety of panels in terms of design, with acrylic and vinyl composition.

Among the reviews, there are often comments from satisfied customers who note the elegance of a cylindrical bar with an oak color. They also praise the range of planks that are painted in a natural stone style.

In the Russian Federation, first of all, the manufacturer has a good reputation due to the low cost of materials. However, this price has side effects in the form of poor quality pigment layers of the panel, which are warranted for several years.

Experts recommend taking light-colored panels and applying them to houses that are surrounded by a lot of trees. In this way, home decoration can last much longer than expected. Also, experts note the quality of control of product sales by their manufacturer. It is because of this that they are considered one of the best in their field. The Tecos company has developed a special website on which the assortment of all materials is laid out at a real price, taking into account the costs of intermediaries. Thanks to this, the customer can save on overpayments in stores.

• Availability of rare terracotta colorings for stone and brick;
• Availability of a special laboratory for quality control of materials;
• Manufacturing in Russia;
• All required certificates are included in each kit.

• During assembly, grooves and spikes do not always coincide with their location;
• There are no metal strips;
• The warranty is given for only 2 years;
• The burnout process occurs chaotically, and not over the entire surface.

Grand Line

This European well-developed siding company has a dozen enterprises in Russia that produce high-quality and inexpensive products. In addition, the manufacturer Grand Line has about fifty service centers and cooperates with more than 7000 sales agencies. The company manufactures vinyl siding, which includes premium, classic and luxury trims with acrylic slats. The product range includes a dedicated cold-zone coating network called Tundra. The manufacturer also produces metal panels, which are decorated in the form of ship boards, eco-beams and steel plaster (this model is considered new).

This manufacturer is the best in creating siding precisely because of the wide range. Grand Line produces the most possible and impossible options for metal, vinyl and acrylic siding with a huge selection of colors.

• Availability of guarantees and certificates;
• Free fans for calculating burnout;
• Huge assortment of colors, ranging from golden oak to vanilla shade;
• Resistant to severe frost.

• Sometimes different colors come across in one set;
• Requires frequent cleaning;
• The presence of burrs on the canvases;
• It is difficult to find an identical color on window slopes.

Nordside

This domestic manufacturer of siding is located in the cultural capital of Russia - St. Petersburg, or rather its head office. The company's enterprises number more than 60 units throughout the Russian Federation and the CIS. To be precise, Nordside products are sold in 8 countries at 400 construction centers.

Despite the fact that this company is considered very young (2002), more than 400,000 homes have already been provided with its products.

As well as raw materials, specialized foreign equipment is used during the production of panels and all scraps.

Several years ago, the manufacturer added a new branch of sheathing to its assortment - Karelia. These coverings are characterized by a unique design, accompanied by a convex relief. This thread is worth your attention.

Similarly to Tecos, the St. Petersburg manufacturer was included in the list of the best siding creators due to serious control over the manufacture and sale of materials. Nordside manufactures its coatings in accordance with the requirements of European standards ISO 9001. Compliance with GOST is monitored by the reputable Finnish company Aditum OY.

• A wide range of coatings in a variety of colors;
• Constant replenishment of new branches;
• All goods have the necessary certificates and comply with European standards.

• Weak resistance to extreme cold;
• Production of exclusively vinyl panels;
• The mounting slots are too shallow.

Yu-plast

One of the best siding manufacturers was established in Belarus and promotes its products throughout the CIS. The assortment of the company includes many different lines, including Korabelny Beam, Block House, Stone House, Spruce, Timberblock and Timberblock Cedar. In addition, the company manufactures and supplies a large number of roof panels. This contributes to the beautiful fusion of the building facade with its ceiling. Creative employees are constantly engaged in modernizing colors and designs.

Buyers claim that the Belarusian manufacturer makes good products at an average price, but experts point to the complex processing of the panels with a cutting tool.

At the same time, experts call Yu-plast one of the best siding manufacturers because of the large number of different types of panels required for foundation processing. Based on the selection in the catalog, there are special Stone and Block lines for the foundation, which are in burnt stone colors, as well as emerald and golden colors. These options feature a double lock, which increases resistance to accidental impact and gives a strong grip.

• The presence of European raw materials in the composition;
• Resistance to temperature extremes;
• Easy installation of panels due to low weight;
• A large selection of various colors.

• Exclusively vinyl products;
• The surface of the panels cracks when the screws are tightly clamped;
• Difficult cutting with a cutting tool.

Fineber

Fineber is considered the best Russian siding company. This manufacturer specializes in the production of vinyl decorative panels. Considering the statistics from many sites, Fineber is considered the leader among sales, thereby setting the bar for many European firms. The Russian manufacturer has several branches in its range.It includes the presence of the Block House and Standard series. Regarding the first series, there is an imitation of a ship's beam, and in the second - a log cabin. The types of colors are quite diverse and for a convenient choice they have been divided into several categories. Each of them is distinguished by bright and challenging colors.

Experts note the cheapness of siding from Finebar. The fact is that, despite the good quality, the cost of the panels is considered very cheap compared to many Russian competitors. In this case, we can say that Finebar is a striking representative of the budget option. On the part of experts, a remark is also noted about the choice of dark panel tones - they fade too quickly in the sun.

• Excerpt of all European standards;
• Huge selection of colors;
• Flexible material for easy installation;
• Cheap cost.

• Special closures are required to install the panels and connect them;
• It is difficult to lock the lock on long panels.

General assessment of manufacturers

This rating is based on the opinion of many buyers, as well as experts who have repeatedly used the materials of the described manufacturers. During the compilation of the rating, all parameters, characteristics, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of manufacturers' products were taken into account. Perhaps, in the future, this assessment will help determine the successful choice of the required products.

Name	Position	Rating (1 to 10)	Cost (1pc)	Manufacturer country
Docke	1	9.1	150-550 rubles	Germany
Vox	2	8.8	150-340 rubles	Poland
Alta Profile	3	8.6	180-250 rubles	Russia
Mitten	4	8.2	200-400 rubles	Canada
Tecos	5	8.2	120-370 rubles	Russia
Grand Line	6	8	180-300 rubles	Great Britain
Nordside	7	8	100-450 rubles	Russia
Yu-Plast	8	7.8	130-300 rubles	Byelorussia
Fineber	9	7.7	160-450 rubles	Russia

Output

After reviewing all the advantages and disadvantages of siding, it becomes clear that these coatings are the best and most reliable during operation. The variety of room finishes in these coatings is much larger than that of other representatives of cladding materials. Absolutely every company described above produces the best siding materials that have almost the same advantages. Among the advantages can be found low cost, resistance to weather conditions and mechanical deformation, ease of installation, and, most importantly, a huge range of colors and designs.

There are also plenty of drawbacks in the panels. Basically, among them you can find an unpleasant odor after installation, too high cost, heavy weight, production of only vinyl coverings and a small assortment.

The article contains a list of the best manufacturers in the opinion of many experts, but you need to choose the right brand at your discretion.