What makes the CraneBoard SmartCORE System so intelligent — and such a smart choice?

The insulated backing in CraneBoard SOLID CORE SIDING does more than contribute to the smooth, architecturally-correct look you'll love on your home. It works behind the scenes to give you exceptional performance advantages. Its SmartTRACK ridges and channels provide moisture management. Its SmoothLOCK design ensures a tight, flat edge connection. And of course, this unique SmartCORE technology adds the benefit of energy-savings, so that CraneBoard keeps the interior of your home more comfortable, even as it makes your exterior worry-free to enjoy for a lifetime.

One of the more impressive benefits of the SOLID CORE backing is its R-Value of 3.0-4.0 depending on product style. That means CraneBoard's R-Value is 20 times that of fiber cement and 4 times that of traditional vinyl siding with standard backer board.

Moisture vapor evaporates as it passes through the panel. Specially designed SmartTrack ridges create an air space for ventilation, allowing moisture to evaporate. Any excess moisture is guided out through SmartTrack engineered channels. SmartTrack creates the ultimate moisture management system.

When you look at the planks of your CraneBoard home, all you see are smooth, straight lines. Our locking system features tapered edges that guide two siding panels together for a tighter seal and secure, flat connection. Not fiber cement. Nor even wood has a smoother appearance than you'll get with CraneBoard.

The insulated backing and locking nailing hem work together to ensure the integrity of the horizontal and vertical thermal seal, protecting against air infiltration and preventing thermal conductivity. The result? Added comfort in every season and energy savings year-round.

SmartCore Insulation is a more compact, denser foam construction. It stays sturdy and solid through the installation process, preventing damaged panels and flaking.

The Performance Purple SOLID CORE backing features Perform Guard to help repel termites and carpenter ants.