Fibre cement
What is fibre cement
Fibre cement is a simple abbreviation for Fibre Reinforced Cement. Fibre cement building materials were developed by James Hardie in the early 1980s.
Engineered for durability, fibre cement is fire resistant, rot resistant and resistant to moisture damage, making it the ideal low maintenance alternative to traditional building materials.
Fibre cement offers both contemporary and flexible design options and is used by many New Zealanders to create stunning facades. The simple combination of cellulose fibre, sand, cement and water, give the product its strength to stand the test of time.
What’s it made of?
Our products are manufactured using safe and sustainable building products and contain minimum Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) like formaldehyde.
Fibre cement is a mixture of:
- Locally sourced cellulose fibre, from plantation grown Radiata Pine trees
- Portland Cement
- Sand
- Water
Small amounts of other additives are used to help the process, or provide products with particular characteristics.
Where can you use fibre cement?
Hardie™ fibre cement boards are used in renovations, commercial buildings and in the construction of new homes for:
- External cladding
- Internal lining - floors, ceilings and walls
- Structural flooring
- Wet area lining - bathroom
- Eaves, verandahs and carports
- Fire and acoustic walls and floors
- Bracing solutions
The Design Handbook
BUILD YOUR MODERN LIFE
The Hardie™ Cladding Collection has a wide variety of products to select from, creating design versatility, in which It’s Possible™ to Make Modern like never before. It’s a movement that’s reshaping perceptions and changing the way New Zealand builds. This design handbook demonstrates that with great advice, support and inspiration, it’s possible to build a house you’re truly proud to come home to.
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Choose Your Style
Traditional
Style
Traditional design gives you that simple classic look, more formal than other design styles, traditional homes feature timeless finishes.
Modern
Style
Modern home designs offer clean lines, simple proportions, open layouts, mixed cladding and interesting roof lines.
Horizontal
Installation Type
Clean, horizontal lines establish a look of simplicity and capture a timeless classic charm
Vertical
Installation Type
Vertical lines are a great way to achieve a modern architectural style and make a bold statement
Textured
Surface
A wood-grain type finish, brushed concrete or board and batten can bring a interest to your outdoor space
Smooth
Surface
A smooth surface helps create a clean distinctive design look
Axon™ Panel Smooth
Panel
Use a panel cladding product such as Axon™ Panel Smooth to create a clean look and finish, it can be finished with a site applied roll on textured acrylic paint for that rendered look.
Linea™ Weatherboard
Weatherboard
Create the look of a classic weatherboard with deep shadow lines using the 150mm width. Add the finishing touches around doors, windows and corners with Hardie™ Axent™ Trim painted in a contrasting colours
Axon™ Panel Smooth
Panel
The traditional look of board and batten gives texture and depth to your design. Use Axon™ Panel Smooth with our Hardie™ Axent™ Trims to achieve this classic look
Axon™ Panel Grooved
Panel
Axon™ Panel Grooved 133mm provides the narrow board look of a traditional design but with a unique vertical look
Axon™ Panel Brushed Concrete
Panel
Use a panel cladding product such as Axon™ Panel Brushed Concrete to reduce the vertical lines and achieve a subtle texture
Oblique™ Weatherboard
Weatherboard
For a modern twist on a classic profile use Oblique™ Weatherboard. The 300mm profile used horizontally creates a look that's confident and contemporary
Axon™ Panel Grooved Grained
Panel
Be bold with a dramatic full wrap that creates a pristine look. Axon™ Panel Grooved Grained 133mm painted black creates a dramatic modern look
Stria™ Cladding
Panel
The wider format of Stria™ Cladding makes your home look distinctive and modern
Where
To buy our products
Get
The James Hardie Product Guide
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James Hardie's Modern Design Forecast