Bevel Siding Profiles

Duratemp is made of genuine plywood so even though it s lighter it s also stronger than most siding products.

Bevel siding profiles.

Manufacturers recommend nailing modern resawn bevel siding through a single board to allow for wood movement at left. The bevel pattern sometimes called bevel lap or clapboard siding has a triangular profile with a thick butt and a thin upper edge. A bevel5 21 12 106 a 201b superior bevel 16 11 b bevel 21 13 106 b 201c rustic 201d c bevel 21 14 106 c 201e prime bevel 16 12 select knotty6 205a quality knotty6 205b commons1 alternate cedar boards 1 common iwp colonial 30 11 2 common iwp sterling select merch. The grade of the product governs its overall quality.

Bevel lap siding should be installed with the lower thicker bevel butt edge overlapping the thin edge which results in an attractive shadow line. Our genuine wood siding is made according to the industry s strictest standards for performance and appearance. Product pattern and intended use. 30 12 118 a 114a construction 118 b.

Dutch lap siding pattern. Taking a side on view each board or course looks like a thin wedge or bevel and each course is installed slightly overlapping the one underneath. For specific western red cedar siding grades please visit the siding grading page. With lap siding the profile of each board partially overlaps that of the board next to it.

The clapboard profile is one of the most ubiquitous traditional types of siding in america. Effectively creating a small air gap between the siding and the building sub structure or sheathing. 1 2 x 6 in. The designer may choose from plain bevel rabbetted bevel or wavy edge bevel.

Siding is used as an exterior cladding to provide both weather protection and architectural style. Specify the nominal size of the product. Not only our best selling product it s north america s most popular brand of siding. Whether your dream house is a classic colonial ladylike victorian or handsome craftsman our diverse and detailed siding options will help you create a historically accurate architecturally correct and flat out gorgeous home.

In vertical applications bevel cut the ends and install the lap siding so water is directed to the outside. Western red cedar exterior siding or cladding comes in a spectrum of patterns including the one that is just right for your home s style and your budget. Refer to wrcla specification literature or grading agency rule books for available grades. Duratemp is manufactured with a strong plywood veneer duratemp is manufactured with a strong plywood veneer inner core and a tough hardboard face that won t split crack or check even with rough treatment and is backed by a 50 year limited warranty.