Hardie Reveal is a panelized fiber-cement cladding that consists of panels and prepackaged aluminum trim profiles. Available in 4-foot-by-8-foot sheets, the panels are made from wood pulp, sand, cement, and water, but it is 40 percent thicker than residential fiber cement. It can be field painted or comes prefinished in 26 colors. Cost: $9 to $12 per square foot. James Hardie Commercial. 888-542-7343. www.jameshardie commercial.com.
