Cedar Siding Inside Corners

This saves time because i can use whatever random sized shingle i want to start with.

Cedar siding inside corners.

With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. Use a square length of 5 4 stock at inside corners with a spline underneath. Always apply primer or stain end cuts. As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip.

As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip. Always apply primer or stain end cuts. 8 10 12 lengths. 2 1 4 x 2 1 4 or 3 x 3 square inside corner.

For inside corners i like to start at the corner itself and work the row outward from there. Use a 4 piece corner system to add a contrasting or coordinating color. Use overlapping 1x4s or 1x6s at outside corners or use 5 4 stock for a heavier look. Use a felt paper spline wrapped around the corner and extending 6 inches beyond the corner board to protect the joints where the siding meets the corner boards see figure 1 5 at left.

Air dried 5 x 5 also available for 4 1 2 x 9 half log siding. With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. It s important to note that working toward the inside corner means the last shingle in the row will likely need a precision size width cut as well as a scribe cut. Kiln dried pine or air dried western red cedar.

Blend traditional lap siding seamlessly around every bend with vinyl carpentry corner systems or with cedar impressions shakes and shingles with matching inside and outside mitered corners.