Vinyl siding is available in a variety of thicknesses. CostHelper.com says the most common vinyl siding thicknesses range from between .035 inches and .055 inches. Premium brands of vinyl siding are usually available in thicknesses between .040 inches and .048 inches.
Vinyl siding is a thin material that offers very little insulation. Some vinyl siding manufacturers offer lines of vinyl siding that include a layer of insulation.
According to Demesne.info, most manufacturers offer vinyl siding in a variety of colors. It is typically sold in lighter tones, since dark colors absorb heat, which can damage siding.
Vinyl siding is some of the most cost-efficient siding on the market. According to CostHelper.com, vinyl siding can cost between $1 and $7 per square foot to have installed.
Thinner vinyl siding is more prone to cracking and sagging. Strong wind gusts can tear loose any kind of vinyl siding.