Caulking Stained Cedar Siding

Below is a link to their installation guide.

Caulking stained cedar siding.

Recommendations for caulks are located on page 10. Because the staing will tint the caulk slightly. I m not a painter but i do install cedar siding and i always caulk all the joints. Cedar is a beautiful wood and can be kept that way when stained properly.

The black coloring or darkening of the cedar siding is caused by mold growth. 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. Other technical resources can be found elsewhere on their website. Natural siding boards are designed to expand and contract with the elements and we do not want any adhesive to prevent their natural movement.

Don t use a filler like wood filler as it will not move with the cedar siding. Me i would powerwash the house let dry overnight caulk the seams and around the edges with cedar colored caulk then stain. Stained cedar siding has a tendency to discolor over time. Width is a matter of taste and proper proportion.

If i install a non finished product i usually go with a 3m paintable caulk. Left unstained cedar s red hue will fade to gray within about a year. Generally we do not recommend caulking butt joints on cedar siding. How to clean stained cedar siding.

The wood s structural integrity will remain unless the wood is exposed to excessive moisture which can cause curling cracking and wood rot. The most common are 3 4 inch or 1 1 4 inches thick. The answer depends on the manufacturer and installation method used when the siding was first installed. The western red cedar lumber association publishes a number of downloadable booklets concerning the design installation and finishing of cedar siding.

Giving your cedar siding a nice tint will add beauty durability and value to your home. Thickness of the corner board will depend on the thickness of the siding. Oil stains that are.