House Plans by Hope McGrady - Photo Gallery Common exterior Finishes:-- Hardi Plank Siding-- Brick Veneer-- Vinyl Siding-- Stucco-- Wood Siding Hardi Plank is the most popular today of the exterior finishes. It looks like wood siding, but comes with a 50 year guarantee. Its made of concrete & fiberglass, so it doesn't rot. It does need to be painted about every 10 to 15 years. Other than that, pressure washing is all thats needed. Its sold at any lumber yard. Lowes Home Improvement has it on display. Nice Round Brick Steps Pictured Below :