Paint or stain new cedar shake siding?
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Cedar siding stain choice for new cedar home
Comments (1)I just posted about what I used on my red cedar siding in the Deck Sealer thread. It won't leave your siding looking like it does now (it's not a clear coat), but it looks pretty good. Here is a link that might be useful: Deck Sealer Thread...See Morecedar shake siding-DIY?
Comments (3)You probably mean shingles, not shakes. You can DIY, but it will take a long time. Use stainless fasteners only. Also, use a small board under the shingles to keep the rows straight. Avoid woven outside corners, it will take you too long to do them. Try to plan the rows so that you get a full row under the windows (impossible if windows are at different heights on the same floor). Are you doing red or white cedar? Stained or treated? If you get them kiln dried (as the treated or stained ones are) make sure you allow space between them for them to expand when they get wet. Make a spacer so the space is consistent....See MorePriming new cedar shake before staining?
Comments (2)if it's a true oil stain why would you prime if it's a latex stain I wouldn't prime either it all depends on the current surface...See MoreCedar Shake Stain color advice...
Comments (1)IMO cedar shakes do not belong on that house at all....See MoreLarry K
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