Caulking Cedar Siding Seams

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Caulking cedar siding seams. Some of the most commonly caulked areas of siding include both corners and crevices as well as some butt joints and window and door trim boards. If i am installing a prefinished product which i do mostly i use a color osi match caulk. Slabs path steps to siding figure 7 deck to wall figure 8 ground to siding figure 9 gutter to siding figure 12 drip edge figure 13 block penetration figure 14 valley shingle extension min. James hardie recommends the use of caulks and sealants that remain permanently flexible.

Grumpy chicago gutters. Do not caulk extend shingles at least 1 in. It needs to move and breathe. Because the staing will tint the caulk slightly.

Natural siding boards are designed to expand and contract with the elements and we do not want any adhesive to prevent their natural movement. I m not a painter but i do install cedar siding and i always caulk all the joints. Z flashing z flashing z flashing min. The siding expands and contracts with temperature and humidity.

Me i would powerwash the house let dry overnight caulk the seams and around the edges with cedar colored caulk then stain. Out from the fascia. Think of a wood home as a living thing. If i install a non finished product i usually go with a 3m paintable caulk.

Don t use a filler like wood filler as it will not move with the cedar siding. Siding caulk can be used on several different areas of your exterior siding to help prevent water damage and moisture buildup.