Shiplap is a popular siding style that has been used for over 100 years. This proven siding design is excellent for sealing out the weather in harsh climates. The shiplap profile features a rabbeted edge that allows each board to overlap the other. The overlap provides a unique thin Shadowline and a tight seal against wind, rain, and snow. The size of the rabbet can be machined to give a nickel gap appearance or closed for a no-gap (square edge) appearance. Shiplap siding can be installed either vertically or horizontally, depending on the look you desire. Please see our Channel Rustic siding page if you want a more significant Shadowline siding product.
Wood Species Available:
Cedar STK - Select Tight Knot - Sound and tight knots
Cedar A&Better
Finishes Available:
Cedar Shiplap siding can be pre-finished in various colors and products. A wood toner will allow the natural wood grain to show but will have a natural tint to the wood (depending on product color). If you're looking for a bit more UV protection, a semi-transparent stain is a good choice, and you will still see some of the wood's natural grain. A semi-solid or solid color stain is a good option if you're looking for a more consistent solid color with less wood grain showing through the finish. All wood siding profiles are available with a primer-only coating option so you can have the topcoat applied in the field after installation. We can do almost any color you can imagine. If you don't find a color you love out of our 40+ stain color options, please give us a call - custom colors are available.
Benefits to pre-finishing natural wood siding:
Instant Curb Appeal - As the siding is installed, the house comes to life as the final color has already been applied.
No Weather Delays - No weather delays due to poor weather conditions prohibiting a painter from applying the final color coat.
Pre-Finishing is available year-round - Our facility is climate controlled, and machines run all 12 months.
Instant UV and Moisture Protection
No Lap Marks
No Streaking
No Shrink Lines
No Overspray, No Drips, and No Runs
Cost Savings vs. Field Painting
Six-Sided Protection - our process allows us to apply a finish to all six sides of the wood, which is the best way to protect natural wood from UV and moisture issues.
Factory Controlled Quality - Each board will have a consistent finish from one end to the other and from the first piece to the last.
