ASCEND Composite Cladding

THERE'S NEVER BEEN CLADDING LIKE THIS

ASCEND^® Composite Cladding offers a first-of-its-kind solution that brings together beauty, performance and efficient installation for one of the best overall values on the market.

Striking Style

Impressive style and realistic texture of freshly painted wood.

Efficient Installation

Lightweight for easy handling. No sealing, touch ups or caulking required.

Guaranteed

Lifetime limited, transferable warranty for added peace of mind.

Award Winning

Recognized as “Most Innovative Building Material” by the NAHB* in 2021.

Recognized for Sustainabilty!

ASCEND has been honored for its commitment to sustainability, by being named as a finalist for the 2024 Sustainability Awards, given out by Business Intelligence Group.

INTRODUCING our 12" Board & Batten Profile

Engineered To Outperform At Any Level.

ASCEND Composite Cladding: Not Just Different. Better.

Exclusive (GP)² Technology

ASCEND is the world’s first composite cladding engineered with a combination of Glass-Reinforced Polymer and Graphite-Infused Polystyrene. This exclusive (GP)² technology was developed to achieve superior performance in tests for wind load and impact resistance, workability and flame/smoke spread. With (GP)², ASCEND boasts:

Class A Fire Rating
for both flame spread and smoke developed

Impressive thermal
and impact resistance

Superior wind load
performance

ASCEND’s (GP)² compound contains glass particles for added structural stability, strength, and heat resistance, while titanium dioxide protects against ultraviolet degradation, and impact modifiers help resist dents and dings. (GP)²’s integral weatherable pigments provide strong fade resistance, even on ASCEND’s dark colors, and its non-moisture-absorbing materials prevent rotting, warping, shrinking, and swelling.

The Look of Real Wood. The Performance of Something Better.

A. REINFORCED NAIL HEM for increased windload resistance (up to 180mph)	B. SELF-ALIGNING STACK LOCK for quick and efficient installation	C. (GP)² TECHNOLOGY ensures lower expansion greater structural integrity
D. 7″ FLAT FACE AND CEDAR GRAIN MILL creates the organic beauty of natural wood	E. COMPATIBLE 3/4″ PROJECTION works beautifully with both standard and architectural trim accents	F. DEFINED BUTT EDGE replicates the look of wood, with added dimension and a crisp shadow line
G. FORGIVING HANG conceals minor wall imperfections	H. ON-TREND COLOR PALETTE features 20 fade resistant, low gloss colors for extensive design

Design Versatility

With its 2 popular profiles, realistic woodgrain texture and 20 designer inspired on-trend colors, ASCEND Composite Cladding lets you customize to your style while leaving a lasting impression.

Profiles

ASCEND is available in 2 popular profiles, 12″ Board & Batten and 7″ Plank.

12″ Board & Batten

ASCEND 12″ Board & Batten recreates the authentic details of this time-honored profile, but in a high-performance composite cladding of superb durability, aesthetics and value. The distinctive vertical appearance of the 10″ board and 2″ batten imparts custom-crafted elegance, whether used as an architectural accent or the entire home exterior.

Available in two textures: Matte and Woodgrain

ALIGN BB Matte ALIGN BB Woodgrain

7″ Flat Plank Profile

Featuring a tall 7″ profile that provides a high-end appearance to help deliver a higher value to your home. A realistic woodgrain appearance drives a stunning and striking look.

Available in a Cedar Mill Grain texture:

Align in Fired Brick

Accessories

Complete your exterior design with ASCEND accessories.

H-Trim
J-Channel
Outside Corner Post
Lineal Trims

THIS IS WHERE INSPIRATION HAPPENS

Nothing does more to impact a home’s exterior design than color. From bold Fired Brick to tranquil Sterling Gray and refreshing Laguna Blue, Gentek has everything you need to craft your signature style with an exterior design that’s a true reflection of you.

See Your Home Transformed, Even Before The Work Begins

Take your projects to the next level with the ASCEND Visualizer. This easy-to-use program lets you create “before and after” shots featuring a variety of color schemes.

Design-ready with a gallery of house images; access it from any mobile device and start designing.
Upload a photo of your customer’s home and use the design tools to apply products to your photo (our design team can also prep the photo for you).
Save your designs – all of your selections are listed and ready to go.

Start Visualizing

Products and colors may be slightly different from their appearance on this site due to a variance in monitor calibrations. Make final color selections using actual product samples. Not all products are offered in all colors and in all markets; see your sales representative for details. All specifications and designs subject to change without notice.

PRODUCT LITERATURE

Whether you’re a seasoned trade professional hunting for product literature or a homeowner on the lookout for design inspiration, our literature equips you with the thorough insights necessary to enhance your projects with assurance.

Trade Literature

Explore our comprehensive collection of industry-specific resources and discover how ASCEND is making waves in the industry through our compelling Case Studies showcasing its market impact.

Homeowner Literature

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Welcome to our Technical Information section, where you can find comprehensive resources designed to support your understanding of the installation of ASCEND.

DISCOVER HOW INSTALLATION IS MORE EFFICIENT

Not only does ASCEND’s light weight make it easy to handle, its self-aligning stack lock makes for an efficient installation – even by fewer laborers. Plus, no sealing, touching up, joint flashing or caulking are required, meaning less mess and less waste.

The videos below demonstrate the efficient installation of our 7″ Plank and our 12″ Board & Batten profiles. Reference our installation documents below for more detailed installation instructions.

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