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The inviting architecture of a Craftsman home calls for the perfect siding replacement. Its traditional feel, welcoming front porch, and artsy details give you plenty of character to work with when upgrading your exterior. Care and attention to detail are seen in every aspect of these charming homes, and these important ingredients carry over to your decision on new siding.
Why choose James Hardie siding for your property? You’ll achieve the aesthetics of your dreams while protecting your home with America’s most popular siding product.
The Beauty of Craftsman Architecture
Originating during the Arts and Crafts movement, Craftsman homes emerged as an anti-industrial trend in both Europe and North America in the late 19th century. Loaded with artistic detail, builders used architecture that gave each abode a more personal look. Other names for Craftsman-style homes include Bungalow and American Craftsman.
This delightful house’s simple architecture, natural materials, stone details, and open porch with overhanging gables give you the warm and cozy feel that makes you want to linger. Structural elements of these dwellings are often left exposed to showcase their beauty, and hand-crafted details are a mark of their attractive style. So how can you update your craftsman home’s siding and not lose its classic charm? With James Hardie you can!
James Hardie Siding Options for Every Craftsman Home Styles
Craftsman Bungalow
As the most popular Craftsman style, this one-story house’s design overflows with character with its tapered columns and oversized porch.
- Consider siding this beauty with HardieShingles® rather than traditional horizontal lap siding.
- HardieShingle mimics the look of cedar shake (minus wood’s high maintenance) and adds visual interest. Consider using it as an accent to draw attention to your gable details.
California Craftsman
One of the first Craftsman styles to emerge in California, these traditional looking homes deliver covered porches, and low-pitched roofing.
- Residing with HardiePlank® for the home’s body, and HardieShingle for its accents will add visual appeal.
Prarie
Developed by Frank Lloyd Wright, this architecture has a more contemporary feel to it, and rows of windows emphasizing its clean, horizontal lines, providing plenty of natural light for homeowners to enjoy year-round.
- Choose contemporary looking Hardie siding such as HardiePanel® for this modern home.
Mission
This Craftsman style oozes with Spanish influence, including terra cotta roofing, stucco walls, tile details, arches, and an interior courtyard.
- Hardie’s ability to mimic board-and-batten style siding by combing HardiePanel with HardieTrim works well on this type of dwelling.
Four Square House
These two-story square homes have four rooms on each floor, and an inviting oversized, covered front porch.
- Popular HardiePlank delivers beauty and charm on this house.
The Perfect Siding Styles and Textures for Your House
James Hardie siding delivers diverse style options that will enhance your home’s best qualities and protect it from the elements. Hardie’s climate-specific siding panels will give you confidence your home is well shielded from the elements.
At American Way Exteriors, we add value to your upgrade by honoring the original design of your Craftsman home, and using James Hardie siding to accent its features.
James Hardie Colors for Your Craftsman Home
James Hardie’s wide variety of designer-picked ColorPlus® color combinations will give the perfect final touch to your exterior. Craftsman homes were traditionally painted in earth tones such as browns and greens, but today’s trends call for some play and versatility with color.
- Contrast Arctic White with a deep hue such as Deep Ocean. This contrast makes your home look crisp and vibrant.
- Take a soft approach by choosing a light Pearl Gray for your siding that complements the stonework on your exterior.
- Light neutral colors like Cobble Stone for your home’s body and (just a little darker) Sandstone Beige for its trim give your exterior a warm, creamy feel that says “welcome.”
- Contemporary style Craftsman homes take on a crisp, modern feel with Evening Blue color on the body, and Artic White on its trim.
Bring Back the Beauty of Your Craftsman Home with a James Hardie Siding Installation
At American Way Exteriors, we make sure you get the ideal siding style and color for your home upgrade. As a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor, we ensure your siding is installed with precision so your 30-year warranty will be honored.
Customer Highlights
Posted on Jess ChenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am pleased to work with American Way Exteriors. Luke West is very helpful and has provided outstanding service. I appreciate what he has done for me.Posted on William NeeseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience. Timely communication. Utilized them for a new roof and siding - great attention to detail.Posted on Michelle KnightTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They did a great job installing Hardie siding, and they also replaced all of our gutters and downspouts. Would highly recommend! Luke was an awesome sales rep, and the crew did an outstanding job!Posted on Eric WildmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Quality work and solid service. American Way Exteriors was easy to work with and their installation made a big impact on helping to update our house's exterior.Posted on Shane ColeyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. American Way Exteriors completed a full siding and trim replacement project for us July 2025. They were easy to work with from the beginning to the end. Every person we interacted with at American Way Exteriors treated us like a valued customer, and we found Luke and Oscar to be exceptional. Luke was our first contact and sales rep. He walked us through all the options and associated costs and answered all our questions. Another exceptional experience was the on-site project manager Oscar. Oscar was at our house nearly every morning (always texted us when he was on his way or on-site) and every evening. The project was completed within the time frame we discussed. The on-site crew was professional, courteous, and respectful. We love the way our new siding looks and appreciate the great experience from American Way Exteriors.Posted on Kate HemmertTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had James Hardie siding installed and ProVia windows installed. The experience with this company couldn’t have been better. We will definitely use them for all of our future exterior remodeling needs. I would recommend this company for anyone needing work done to their home.Posted on David SchmausTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had Hardie siding installed this summer. Amazing experience from start to finish. They told us ahead of time the day it would be finished and it was actual done that day which is unheard of in construction. The fit and finish is what sold me and the fact they had a list of 20+ houses in the area to go see before we committed. Really happy with Luke who was our salesman. Oscar was in the field checking on the workers every day and answering all our questions. It was really kind of a unicorn experience on a remodel. Would absolutely do again!Posted on Jill CooperTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wish we would have had the Hardy Board added to our house sooner! It looks great! Hard working crew and very detailed work!Posted on john riedlTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are moving from California back to Ohio and bought a house over a quick weekend. All was good but there was one potential siding issue. Amercian Way went out and inspected the siding and gave me a great report that said there was no structural issue, just cosmetic. Their honesty meant no business for them. But if and when I do need siding support, I will call American Way. Their communication and evaluation was quick, professional, and detailed at every step. Thank you.Posted on Ted JamesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luke set the bar high for our expectations for our AWE siding project and they exceeded these expectations. We are very pleased with the finished product.Load more








