The cell structure also creates a cushion of air inside each shingle that helps to insulate your house.
Putting up cedar siding.
Cedar shakes install on the existing wood siding or a plywood.
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I am using special siding clamps that lets me do everything solo.
Cedar shingle siding can give a home old world charm but that isn t the only reason to install it.
When putting up brand new cedar siding it is recommended that your first stain be oil based alklyd.
Staggered cedar shingles also known as cedar shakes add a rustic look when used as siding on one of more exterior walls of a house.
Oil based stain is a more durable product that will thoroughly penetrate the cedar when applied but it can be more prone to allowing mold growth if you aren t careful and don t use a solution containing a fungicide.
The natural oils in cedar make it resistant to mold and its open cell structure makes it flexible and resistant to cracking.