Width is a matter of taste and proper proportion.
Tongue and groove cedar siding installation.
A variety of siding types fit together by means of tongues and grooves or over and underlapping edges.
Tongue groove cedar siding clear grade 1x4 pre finished custom 50 50 mix cabots pacific redwood heartwood tongue groove patterns t g have the greatest variation in profile the outline or shape of the board.
The joints between adjoining pieces are usually v shaped and the surface usually has a smooth and a rough face.
It can be installed horizontally vertically or diagonally each method giving a distinctly different look.
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.
Both seasoned kiln dried and unseasoned green sidings are available.
The corner boards and the ends of the siding are nailed to the corner studs which anchors the wood for a maintenance free joint.
Western red cedar s unique aroma comes from naturally occurring thujaplicins in its heartwood.
How distinct or shadowed the line between the boards appears after installation depends on the shape of the edge.
The end matched tongue and groove design makes it an easy install with professional results for any do it yourselfer.
Western red cedar tongue and groove boards can be installed horizontally vertically or diagonally.
Because the overlap is less than on other types of siding these provide somewhat less protection from the elements.
You can install t g over bare framing drywall or plaster so it s a great cover up for an ugly ceiling.
Tongue and groove or lapped sidings generally have a rustic cabinlike appearance.
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In horizontal application start at the bottom and work up with the groove edges facing downwards.
Western red cedar tongue groove is widely used for its good looks and versatility.
Installing tongue and groove aka t g boards is a fast inexpensive way to panel any ceiling or wall.
Siding up to 6 inches wide can be blind nailed with one siding nail per bearing toe nailed through the base of each tongue.