Cedar Siding Details

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Cedar siding details.

Why use western red cedar. Characteristics properties of western red cedar. This is an architect grade. Our stk tight knot grade.

Instantly access installation info technical bulletins sds sheets more. Start with the bottom course using a furring strip to support the lower edge. This is the rarest. Lumber sizes and spacing for blocking and furring are shown in table 4.

The purpose of flashing window and door headers is to intercept water behind the siding and direct it to the outside. Door and window flashing. Like all siding materials western red cedar performs best when installed properly on a suitable frame. Clear cedar siding is made of the highest grade of western red cedar and as such is your most expensive option.

For specific western red cedar siding grades please visit the siding grading page. Installing bevel siding clapboards spacing for the siding should be laid out beforehand. Western red cedar exterior siding or cladding comes in a spectrum of patterns including the one that is just right for your home s style and your budget. Cedar siding should be securely nailed to framing members furring members or to blocking between framing members.

The number of board spaces between the soffit and bottom of the lowest piece of siding at the foundation should be such that the overlap is as per the table. Download profile information for western red cedar siding available in cad or pdf format. Siding with a cedar veneer is the least expensive. That s the sound of money you can save with real cedar siding.

As its name implies clear cedar has no knots in it giving it a very smooth and even appearance. Cedar siding grades clear cedar. Near clear has very few very tiny knots and a median price point for the knot so fond.