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Metal Siding

Spokane Valley Metal Siding Project | Taylor Metal Products Installation

Spokane Valley Metal Siding Modern Metal Siding This Spokane Valley metal siding project features a new adult care facility built for comfort, safety, and long-term value. The clean architecture and sharp lines of the exterior match its purpose—a calm, durable space designed to serve residents for years to come. Danko Exterior Solutions handled the full installation, using Taylor Metal Products panels chosen for strength, precision, and style. While many local buildings still use vinyl or fiber cement siding, metal siding stands apart for its resilience and design flexibility. Vinyl siding is cost-effective but can warp or fade under temperature swings. Fiber cement, like James Hardie siding, offers a wood-like look and strong protection but weighs more and needs periodic repainting.

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Front view of Spokane 5 Mile home after siding replacement with James Hardie Lap in Sherwin-Williams Cityscape and Extra White trim.
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Indian Trail Spokane Siding | James Hardie Lap in Cityscape Gray

Indian Trail Spokane Siding Project Modern James Hardie Lap Transformation in Cityscape Gray Front view of the completed Indian Trail Siding project in Spokane, WA (47.6588° N, 117.4260° W) featuring James Hardie Lap in Sherwin-Williams Cityscape with Extra White trim. When homeowners in Indian Trail, Spokane decide it’s time for a home exterior upgrade, they want a balance of modern style, proven durability, and a design that blends with the neighborhood.This recent Indian Trail Spokane siding project, just steps from Five Mile Prairie, shows how the right materials and colors can completely transform a home’s curb appeal. Project Overview – Indian Trail Meets Modern Design Location: Indian Trail, Spokane (near Five Mile Prairie)Goal: Replace aging vertical siding with a sleek,

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Backyard view of South Hill siding installation project with triple-pane windows and dark siding
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South Hill Siding Installation with Allura Lap Siding

Fiber Cement Siding & Window Upgrade in South Hill South Hill Allura Upgrade: A Clean, Durable Exterior That Lasts This South Hill siding installation was more than just a cosmetic upgrade. The home’s original siding had cracked and faded. The windows let in drafts and street noise. The trim was weathered and dull. The owners needed a full exterior remodel—something built to last through Spokane’s weather. We delivered a complete transformation: new fiber cement lap siding, high-efficiency triple-pane windows, and crisp trim work throughout. We call it the South Hill Allura Upgrade—a bold, practical improvement that looks sharp and performs even better. South Hill Siding Installation with Allura Lap Siding For the siding, we used Allura fiber cement lap siding,

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Full front view of home with round turret, stone porch, and staggered Hardie siding near Valley Chapel Rd in Spokane County.
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Cape Cod Charm Meets the Inland Northwest

A Hardie Shingle Siding Installation in Valleyford, WA Fiber Cement Siding With Southern Style Just south of Spokane, off Valley Chapel Road in Valleyford, WA, sits a home with timeless character and thoughtful craftsmanship. It’s a large, elegant house with sweeping porches, custom trim, and architectural details you’d expect to see somewhere in the Carolinas. But this isn’t a southern estate. This is a Pacific Northwest original—built with durable materials that match our weather and way of life. A Cape Cod Look Without the Cedar Upkeep When the homeowners reached out to us at Danko Exterior Solutions, they had a clear idea in mind: southern-inspired design. They were drawn to the warmth and texture of cedar shingle siding, but they

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