Gingerbread Trim Siding For House

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Gingerbread trim siding for house.

Things started out simply with a steeply pitched roofline here decoratively carved gable trim there. It could be intricately cut and formed to just the shape needed for the design envisioned by the homeowner and the builder. Gingerbread trim was once primarily made from wood. However if you re using fiber cement or vinyl siding on your home because their low maintenance qualities sound appealing choosing trim made from pvc or polyurethane might be the best way to go.

North america s romance with gingerbread trim dates to the 1830s and 40s when builders began to interpret the masonry details of europe s gothic revival architecture in wood. During that period wood was the material of choice to make gingerbread siding out of. With in house fabrication your experience is directly with heartland home improvements staff from start to finish ensuring the highest quality standards are consistently met. Picturesque house parts photo by nancy andrews.

Whether you are a builder an architect or an individual consumer looking to upgrade your home design you can create a unique style with the durabrac collections of vinyl porch and corner brackets vinyl porch spandrels vinyl gable brackets vinyl running trim vinyl sawn balusters and other vinyl architectural. Create a distinct personality for your home with vinyl decorative trim. Our extensive knowledge of gingerbread trim and local farmhouse aesthetics gives us great insight into how to best restore your trim. America s love of gingerbread siding and exteriors dates back to the 1830s and 40s.