FIRE TEST: See how James Hardie siding compares to vinyl & wood siding in side-by-side test

See how James Hardie siding compares to vinyl and wood siding in this side-by-side fire test.

"Three years ago I installed HardiePlank siding on my cabin in Tahoe. My cabin happened to be in the center of the hottest part of the fire but it survived. All 22 houses and cabins on the West side of my street were totally destroyed along with all cabins on the streets above and below me. The cabin next door burned completely. The firefighters said because the fire was so hot, if the Hardie siding had not been there I would not have a cabin." — Homeowner

"I want to thank your company for producing a truly fine product which saved our house from destruction. We were located in the worst part on the Angora Fire, all of the surrounding homes burned to the ground and my house is the only one standing on the block. We installed your cement siding about five years ago and it was the best investment we ever made. Thank you again." — Homeowner, South Lake Tahoe

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[FrancaServicesInc1]

Very interesting video! And yes, some home insurance companies give the homeowners discounts for using fire-safe siding products.

[kza79]

try it when the fire is inside the house!!

[icedbreaks]

What a fun demonstration. As Johnny would say, "Well, that is some weird, wild stuff. Wacky.... weird, wild stuff!"

[pancakepie2]

That's cute, BUT...If you do a real test, then include the sheathing with the appropriate building paper and clearances as well. To simply put concrete fibers up to fire isn't the only criteria. If it was, then put it to test against brick !!!

[nooodahl]

tbob404, not including the sheeting in all 3 makes it a fair test. It's a test of the materials, not a test of construction.

[tbob404]

not a fair test there isn't even any sheating on the wall

[UnitedHomeExperts]

Homeowners can get discounts on their home insurance with this product.