Ideal Roofing's metal siding The benefits speak for themselves: Compared to fibre cement or wood siding, Galanta® is up to 50% lighter and easier to transport. Unlike vinyl siding, Galanta® won’t become brittle, warped, or cracked in colder weather conditions. It also outperforms wood, as you’ll never need to stain or paint this product. Because it doesn’t absorb moisture, Galanta® won’t rot over time, unlike pressed wood and fibre cement siding. Additionally, Galanta®’s paint film won’t crack,