Cedar Lap Siding Grades

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Cedar lap siding grades.

Channel siding is normally supplied in unseasoned knotty grades. For specific western red cedar siding grades please visit the siding grading page. Do not nail through overlaps. 4 3 1 2 2 1 2 4 80 1 60 6 5 1 2 4 1 2 2 67 1 33 8 7 1 2 6 1 2 1 85 1 23 10 9 1 2 8 1 2 1 41 1 18 12 11 1 2 10 1 2 1 14 1 14.

Highest grade fewest knots is the top of the line wood. This is an architect grade. The face side is saw textured. For horizontal applications start with the bottom course and work up with the channels pointing upwards.

Near clear has very few very tiny knots and a median price point for the knot so fond. Cedar is also graded based on appearance which is called appearance grade or select lumber. The two most common patterns for lap siding are going to be shiplap with a center match pattern or channel rustic. C and better clear.

Allow a 1 8 inch expansion gap between pieces if the siding is air or kiln dried. Cedar lap siding grades clear cedar. Appearance grades use letters a through d with a being the highest grade. Lap siding can be installed horizontally or vertically.

Lap sidings can come in a variety of different sizes patterns and grades. Clear grades are manufactured to order. Lap sidings are normally supplied in a variety of patterns either green unseasoned or dry in clear or knotty grades and with a smooth or saw textured face. Clear and knotty or stk.

Western red cedar siding grades. 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. There are also two other terms under appearance grade cedar. Commonly available sizes are 1 x6 1 x8 and 1 x10.