Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is expanding its ASCEND Composite Cladding line with a full suite of color-matched accessories engineered to help contractors make full-system installs more efficient and visually unified. The new J-Channel trims and outside corner post profiles create a finish with no caulking, sealing or painting required.
Product details
Offered in a wide range of classic and contemporary colors—including recent arrival Cape Cod Gray— the new accessories are color-matched to ASCEND 7-inch Plank and 12-inch Vertical Board & Batten cladding. They also include pro-focused features like longer lengths, durable construction and lightweight handling. Available SKUs include:
- J-Channel – 12-foot lengths, 32 pieces/carton, available in all 21 colors.
- 3.5-inch Trim and 5.5-inch Trim – 16-foot lengths, 10 pieces/carton, available in seven colors.
- 3.5-inch Outside Corner Post – 12-foot lengths, 10 pieces/carton, all colors.
The ASCEND line delivers an inspired aesthetic paired with high-performance materials and complemented by crew-ready construction.
“ASCEND is already known for performance, visual appeal, and working the way pros like it to,” says Ryan Gibson, business director for vinyl and composite cladding at AMI. “With these new accessories, we’re extending that same standard of excellence to every edge, corner and transition so installers can maintain momentum, stand out with a polished finish and earn more positive reviews.”
Built on the same technology platform that powers ASCEND’s lightweight, weather-resistant composite panels, the new accessories are designed for longevity, low maintenance and simplified on-site use. By offering a full system—from panels to trim that don’t require sealing, caulking, painting or any special prep or tools—contractors can sell the total exterior and deliver a cleaner, more consistent finish. ASCEND is built to reduce complexity.