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Which Bark Quiz

Which bark is right for your project?

Answer 4 quick questions in about 30 seconds and we’ll recommend your best fit.

Question 1 of 4

Where are you planning to use bark?

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The Which-Bark quiz questions

  1. Where are you planning to use bark?
    • Exterior siding
    • Interior accent walls
    • Both interior and exterior
  2. What matters most for your project?
    • One-of-a-kind natural texture, every piece unique
    • Consistent panels, faster install, and a 25-year warranty
    • Not sure yet, I want to compare both
  3. How large is the area you are covering?
    • Accent wall, fireplace, or detail area
    • Partial elevation or mixed materials
    • Full home or large commercial façade
  4. Where are you in your project?
    • Just researching for now
    • Planning, a few months out
    • Breaking ground soon
    • Ready to order now

Natural Tree Bark vs Engineered Poplar Bark Siding

Home clad in natural poplar bark siding

Natural Poplar Bark

Best for

Authentic one-of-a-kind texture, interior and exterior, prestige rustic builds

  • 100% real poplar bark, hand-peeled and kiln-dried
  • Each piece is unique; color and thickness vary naturally
  • Three grades for interior and exterior applications
  • Ages to a darker, more rustic tone over decades
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Home clad in SmartBark engineered bark siding

SmartBark Engineered

Best for

Consistent coverage, faster install, colors not always available in nature

  • Cast from real bark, engineered for uniform panels
  • R-4.7 per inch; washable, paintable options
  • 25-year limited warranty
  • Poplar, Chestnut, and Timber Brown colorways
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Side by side

TopicNaturalSmartBark
Material100% natural poplar barkEngineered bark composite
Look & variationEvery piece unique; natural variation is the appealConsistent panel-to-panel appearance
InstallationHand-cut shingles; substrate and attachment per guideLapping panel system; low flame spread
MaintenanceMinimal: no coating required; ages naturallyWeather resistant; no bug treatment or moisture barrier required
Best when you want…The irreplaceable authenticity of real barkEngineered performance with bark you can’t always source naturally

Still deciding?

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