Cedar Shakes Or Lap and Gap Great Choices For Your Home

In recent years there has been a large upsurge in new construction

, and that means many people looking for unique exterior looks for their new homes. Vinyl siding is the most common option, but it can appear average or even boring. This has caused many people to look elsewhere for fresh, bold ideas and new, innovative approaches to designing the exterior of their home. In many cases they are looking for a return to wood look, and for quite a few, that means cedar in the form of either lap and gap or cedar shake siding.Cedar shakes are nothing more than small pieces of rough cut cedar, while lap and gap are long board slates. Until recently, shakes were primarily used as roofing material, but have made the transition quite nicely to exterior siding and trim. They can even be used inside your home. If cost is an issue, you may want to go with lap and gap, as the longer boards provide more efficient, and therefore less expensive, coverage on the outside of your new home.Cedar has an impressive and expensive look that few other materials can match. It adds a certain rustic charm that most folks find attractive and, assuming it matches the architectural styling of your home, and that of other homes in your neighborhood, makes an ideal if somewhat bold statement. Unfortunately, this same unique, high quality means that cedar can be cost prohibitive, which explains why many have opted for a vinyl siding product that looks like real cedar wood. This is a great way to get the rustic, real-wood look of genuine cedar at a much more budget friendly price.If you do choose real wood, you will also need to think carefully about finish. You can select either an oil-based finish, or a stain. Whatever you decide, one great characteristic of real cedar is it's natural resistance to rot. The chemicals naturally found in cedar serve to protect it from mold, mildew and the ravages of time. All in all, cedar is a great choice for the exterior siding of your new home.

Cedar Shakes Or Lap and Gap Great Choices For Your Home

By: Tarris Bradley

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