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How to replace cedar shake siding.
These are the shingles that you will eliminate and replace with a new shingle.
The usefulness of cedar for exterior applications such as siding and fencing is due to its exceptional weather resistance but over time even cedar siding can be damaged from exposure to moisture and ultraviolet uv rays.
In some cases a cedar shake may bend outwards or inwards.
Cedar shake siding isn t hard to maintain if you are well planned.
Step 1 inspect the siding.
Scrutinize the siding and look for shakes that have come slack from the nails or ones that have cracked and split down the focal point.
Moreover insects and birds can bore holes and moisture can cause boards to warp and crack.
Remember to start on a day when no precipitation is predicted over the next several days if possible.
No matter you are staining or painting weathered cedar siding if you do the following steps in the proper order you will maximize your results.