Installing Cedar Shake Siding Corners

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Installing cedar shake siding corners.

As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip. To learn more visit. See the cssb s new roof construction manual for more details. Align the thick lower edge of a cedar shake at the lower edge of the.

2 installing western red cedar siding c ongratulations on your choice of western red cedar siding western red cedar is one of the world s premier quality woods noted for its appearance light weight insulation value and dimensional stability. With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. Start at the bottom of the wall at one end. It can also be butted against adjoining walls with a trim strip used to cover the joint.

Apply overlapping horizontal rows of building paper onto the shear wall using a staple gun with 3 8 inch staples. Install drip edge flashing along the tops of the window and door openings. Begin the installation by wrapping the house with a waterproof membrane either 15 to 30 pound felt or semi permeable house wrap. However the nail heads must not be overdriven into the surface of the shingles.

Always apply primer or stain end cuts. Waterproof the window sills by covering them with flex wrap.