This Cambridge, Minnesota home underwent a complete exterior transformation featuring James Hardie® Board & Batten siding in Aged Pewter, Boulder Creek Cultured Stone, TimberTech® AZEK® decking, and a custom cedar portico. The original cedar siding had begun showing its age, requiring regular maintenance while no longer providing the modern curb appeal the homeowners envisioned.
Project Specs
Location: Cambridge, Minnesota
Home Style: Rambler home
Problem: The home’s aging cedar siding and outdated front entry no longer reflected the homeowners’ style and required ongoing maintenance.
Solution: James Hardie® Board & Batten siding, Boulder Creek Cultured Stone, TimberTech® AZEK® decking, custom front porch & timber-frame portico
Colors: James Hardie Aged Pewter, Boulder Creek Arctic Gray
Accents: New portico & decking, cultured stone
Result: A dramatic exterior transformation with timeless curb appeal, low-maintenance materials, and a welcoming new front entrance.
Certifications: James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor
Project Overview
Our team removed the existing cedar siding and installed James Hardie® Board & Batten siding in Aged Pewter, giving the home a clean, contemporary appearance with bold vertical lines. The new siding was paired with Boulder Creek Cultured Stone to add texture, depth, and lasting character across the front elevation.
By removing the aging cedar siding and installing James Hardie® Board & Batten siding in Aged Pewter, providing the look of real wood with the durability of fiber cement. Engineered specifically for climates like Minnesota, James Hardie siding resists moisture, rot, pests, and the freeze-thaw cycles that can shorten the lifespan of traditional wood siding.
The front of the home was completely reimagined with a new TimberTech® AZEK® porch and a custom cedar portico, creating a warm and inviting entryway that beautifully complements Boulder Creek Cultured Stone across the lower portion of the home and around the garage. The combination of fiber cement siding and stone creates depth and architectural character while maintaining a cohesive design.
A brand-new TimberTech® AZEK® front porch and custom timber-frame portico completely reimagined the home’s entrance. Natural wood accents, exposed timber details, and maintenance-free composite decking create an inviting focal point that enhances both beauty and functionality.
FAQs
Yes. James Hardie fiber cement siding is engineered to withstand harsh weather conditions, including moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, snow, wind, and temperature fluctuations common throughout Minnesota.
Aged Pewter is a medium gray from the James Hardie ColorPlus® Collection. It offers a sophisticated, timeless appearance that pairs beautifully with natural wood accents, stone veneer, and black or bronze exterior finishes.
TimberTech AZEK decking offers the beauty of wood without the ongoing maintenance. It resists moisture, fading, staining, and splintering, making it an ideal choice for Minnesota homeowners looking for a long-lasting outdoor living space.
Cultured stone adds texture, depth, and architectural character while complementing fiber cement siding. It creates visual contrast, boosts curb appeal, and gives the home a more custom, high-end appearance.
Glossary
- Fiber-cement: A durable siding material made from cement, sand, and cellulose fibers. It’s known for resisting weather, insects, and woodpecker damage.
- Boulder Creek Cultured Stone: cultured stone adds texture and visual interest while complementing the clean lines of the Board & Batten siding
- Board and Batten: A vertical siding style that uses wide panels with narrow battens covering the seams, creating a clean and contemporary appearance.
- TimberTech Azek Decking: A premium capped polymer decking product engineered to resist moisture, fading, stains, scratches, and mold while requiring very little maintenance.
- Portico: A covered entry supported by columns or posts that adds architectural character while providing protection from the elements
