Replacing Logs Siding

They are at least 5 inches long and are driven into the center of the log.

Replacing logs siding.

Our replacement logs are dry western cedar and are inherently resistant to rot. Cedar log siding is the perfect fit for your cabin or country home. To install the replacement siding start at the bottom and work your way up. Use shims if needed.

Replacing wood siding will be based on the amount of damage that may be present. Cut to length and install with wood screws. Replacing a full half log check for any structural damage under the area while the wood siding is off. Oly screws are used for installing logs and half log siding.

Click to add item meadow valley 4 1 2 x 9 wisconsin white pine hewn coped full half log siding to the compare list. Remove the nails on the lap board then use the claw of the hammer to split the board down the center image 1. Paint can hide wood rot so poke the siding with the tip of the. Compare click to add item meadow valley 4 1 2 x 9 wisconsin white pine hewn coped full half log siding to the compare list.

2x8 cedar log siding allows you to integrate the rustic charm of a log home with conventional frame construction. Before installing coat the back of your replacement logs with a breathable wood sealer recommended by the manufacturer of the logs. Holes caused by pests and woodpeckers should be addressed immediately as a person only has to fill in the holes with wood putty. It looks exactly like log but requires 75 less wood and will cost you at least 50 less than actual log construction.

Overlap the boards so each row of new siding has the same reveal as the old siding. Thinner than most hardboard but it works in many cases has a comparable cost is highly rot resistant and carries a 50 year warranty. Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. Consider replacing rotted areas with fiber cement siding.

Pre drill the hole first and then secure to the exterior of the home with a ratchet wrench. Once all the nails are removed from the adjoining board the damaged one should just pull out. That means that once we replace a rotten log with one of our cedar logs we are confident that it will not rot again. Remove the nails in the corner cap.