The choice between Vinyl and Aluminum? By Mastercraft ExteriorsThe choice between Vinyl and Aluminum? It is a common question that we hear from our clients, “Which is better, aluminum or vinyl?” Although aluminum siding was traditionally thought to be more durable, today’s vinyl products are far superior. The remodeling panels used in today’s siding markets are on average double the thickness of the aluminum. Most vinyl siding panels have fade warranties, high wind and tensile strength guarantees and insulate the home from both temperature variances and noise. Aluminum siding is also painted for appearance which can scratch easily showing the metallic underside. This is far different from vinyl, where the manufacturing process includes “through color” consistency. Vinyl siding can be ordered in traditional Straightlap and Dutchlap of all sizes, simulated cedar shake and scallop panels, and board batten. In most cases during insurance claim remodeling an upgraded vinyl panel can be substituted for the amount allotted for the aluminum siding. Another reason Mastercraft Exteriors supports the use of vinyl panels during the remodeling process, is its ability to be serviced. If a dent occurs in aluminum siding the surrounding panels must also be replaced to fix that one dent. Vinyl siding can be easily switched out in a matter of minutes, keeping the cost down to the client. Mastercraft ExteriorsAre you asking what I think is better? It really depends on your house your neighborhood and your pocket book. I myself prefer vinyl. Aluminum will dent. A stone from the lawn mower can dent it. Not everytime but it can and over time I guarantee it will. So will that baseball the neighborhood kid throws, (because your child would never do that). Both should be available in the insulation backed version of the product if not through them then through another contractor. So if R-values are a deciding factor you can get about the same from either product. There is a lot more versatility with vinyl around windows and corners.Vinyl. Aluminum dents, and the paint can be scratched off. Vinyl pops back, and the color goes all the way through.Other related question