This article provides details for proper installation of wood building siding materials.
Best wood siding details.
Duratemp is made of genuine plywood so even though it s lighter it s also stronger than most siding products.
Wood is natural beautiful and durable which makes it a sought after siding option for use in traditional architecture such as cottages bungalows and cape cod exteriors.
For example it s possible to install wood shingle siding over older clapboard siding.
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Duratemp is manufactured with a strong plywood veneer duratemp is manufactured with a strong plywood veneer inner core and a tough hardboard face that won t split crack or check even with rough treatment and is backed by a 50 year limited warranty.
Clapboard siding uses planks of wood installed horizontally with an upper piece that overlaps the lower piece.
Wood shingle siding photo by mark atkinson otto design.
The best wood siding options include 7 types of wood as well as 7 different styles and installation methods.
While cedar is resistant to moisture and insect damage it still has to be properly maintained or you can run into major problems with your siding.
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Some types of wood siding can be installed over existing siding.
Wood siding installation product guide.
Regular sealing or painting is necessary and the wood needs to be power washed on.
This article series discusses best practices construction details for building exteriors including water and air barriers building flashing products installation wood siding material choices installation vinyl siding stucco exteriors building trim.
The main industry guideline for wood siding installation is the wwpa s natural wood siding.
Selection installation finishing show even courses that line up at corners.
Wood siding corner details from natural wood siding.
Wood siding comes in clapboard also known as lap or bevel siding as well as shakes and shingles.