Cedar Wood Siding Detail

Width is a matter of taste and proper proportion.

Cedar wood siding detail.

Drainage details for wood building siding. Western red cedar not only possesses properties which make it naturally resistant to rot and decay but can also help insulate your home whilst helping it to breathe. Critical details are backpriming air space nailing and finishing. Thickness of the corner board will depend on the thickness of the siding.

It plywood siding is an all wood exterior grade panel. Plywood siding is an all wood exterior grade panel. Cedar siding should be securely nailed to framing members. Corner boards are applied to the sheathing with siding fitting tightly against the narrow edge of the boards allowing for expansion and an adequate caulking bead.

Cedar siding is an ideal choice to add warmth and beauty to the interior or exterior of your home. It is ideal for siding applications from new home construction utility buildings planters dog houses and other remodeling or do it yourself projects. Plywood siding features a rough sawn textured face for a beautiful rustic appearance. The most common are 3 4 inch or 1 1 4 inches thick.

For cedar siding over wood sheathing nailed at studs for application over foam sheathing add the thickness of the foam to the tabulated nail length.