Caulking Stained Cedar Siding

Cedar is a beautiful wood and can be kept that way when stained properly.

Caulking stained cedar siding.

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. If i install a non finished product i usually go with a 3m paintable caulk. How to clean stained cedar siding. Oil stains that are.

The western red cedar lumber association publishes a number of downloadable booklets concerning the design installation and finishing of cedar siding. Other technical resources can be found elsewhere on their website. Recommendations for caulks are located on page 10. If i am installing a prefinished product which i do mostly i use a color osi match caulk.

Natural siding boards are designed to expand and contract with the elements and we do not want any adhesive to prevent their natural movement. The wood s structural integrity will remain unless the wood is exposed to excessive moisture which can cause curling cracking and wood rot. The answer depends on the manufacturer and installation method used when the siding was first installed. Generally we do not recommend caulking butt joints on cedar siding.

Width is a matter of taste and proper proportion. To stain cedar you must understand your needs how to prepare the wood for the process how to stain it the best brushes to use and how to clean up after. While cedar stands up to the elements fairly well on its own putting a seal or a coat of paint on it can enhance the color and protect the wood from inclement weather. Thickness of the corner board will depend on the thickness of the siding.

I m not a painter but i do install cedar siding and i always caulk all the joints. Stained cedar siding has a tendency to discolor over time. The black coloring or darkening of the cedar siding is caused by mold growth. The most common are 3 4 inch or 1 1 4 inches thick.

Giving your cedar siding a nice tint will add beauty durability and value to your home. Below is a link to their installation guide. Because the staing will tint the caulk slightly.