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Cedar siding maintenance is more about keeping up the look and style of the cedar rather than its natural wood properties and siding capabilities.  Cedar naturally has antibacterial and fungal properties allowing it to resist against warping, rotting, or cracking.  Cedar does weather, however, which will cause it to change color over time and appear more rugged in aesthetics.  The maintenance involved to keep up a cedar siding’s appearance includes re-staining or re-painting on a semi annual basis to preserve the appearance of the siding when it was initially installed and stained.  

The climate in which a home is located will determine how often cedar siding maintenance is required.  

Pressure Washing

As with any exterior siding material, you will extend its lifespan with an occasional pressure washing.  Similar to a wooden deck, mold and algae can grow on cedar siding which can cause it to begin to deterioration and discoloration.  When pressure washing your home’s cedar siding always set it to the lowest pressure and use water with a mix of detergent as a cleaning solution. [Read more…]

Are you a homeowner looking for an eco-friendly siding option that is sustainable?  Siding material is the largest factor when choosing a sustainable siding option, but there are other factors to consider as well.

Sustainability Siding Factors

Material – The biggest factor people consider when desiring an eco-friendly siding option is the material’s biodegradability.  Is the material coming from nature or is it man-made? 

Labor – People may also consider the amount of labor outputted and consumed to extract or install a type of siding.  

Energy Efficiency – For a siding to be sustainable, it must assist in the overall efficiency of the house.  Meaning it must save the homeowner on heating and cooling costs.

Recyclability – Is the siding recyclable?  Also did it come from recycled or salvaged material?

Manufacturing – Consider the process that is needed to create the siding material in the first place.

Locally Sourced – Can the siding (regardless of material, etc.) be sourced locally near the home that it will ultimately be installed on. [Read more…]

Beautify the exterior of your home with cedar siding installation from expert siding contractor EMA Construction.  Enjoy a custom crafted appearance with low maintenance and high durability with the installation of cedar siding.  Investing in professional and quality cedar siding contractor won’t only beautify the exterior of your home but provide durable safety for your family home.

Why Hire a Professional Cedar Siding Contractor?

If you looking to install cedar siding, it is recommended to use a knowledgable and experienced siding contractor in your local area.  Cedar siding comes in different grades, profiles, and styles that can affect the siding installation process.  A professional contractor should be aware of the specific installation guidelines for each line of cedar siding. [Read more…]

A popular exterior home product is cedar siding in Ohio and throughout the United States.  Here are some insights on cedar siding if you are contemplating it for your home. 

Cedar Siding

Cedar siding has been in existence since 1800 and is an exterior home siding option made from cedar trees.  Whether a historical or contemporary home, cedar siding has proven a good choice for a large amount of home owners.

Types of Cedar Siding

There are a variety of types and qualities of cedar siding, depending on the type of cedar the siding is cut from.  Types of cedar siding available include bevel, board-and-batten, tongue-and-groove, lap, trim, and shingle.  Shake and shingle cedar siding are most popular due to their stability and resistance to swelling.  These can come in a variety of thicknesses and widths and then need to be either stained or painted to prevent moisture, damage, and decay.  It is recommended to stain types of cedar siding to reveal the grain richness and character of the wood.  [Read more…]