6 Exposure Lap Siding
The standard new construction siding and most economic option is a 7 reveal exposure 8 1 4 james hardie plank board with a 1 overlap per james hardie elite contractor preferred guidelines.
6 exposure lap siding. 5 16 in x 6 25 in x 12 ft cedarmill lap board installs horizontally and resists pests that can damage wood siding. It s been the siding. Lp smartside trim siding products offer you the versatility to achieve stunning results with ease and always in style. Unlike composite substitutes that attempt to simulate the appearance of cedar siding authentic western red cedar bevel siding has the natural depth and character desired for the finest appearance.
Due to screen resolution limitations product colors may not be exactly as shown. The six inch profile has an authentic wood appearance with deep shadow lines. Insite members enjoy direct access to the advanced technical support team at james hardie r d. Its natural oils make it resistant to decay and insects and it is pitch and resin free.
There are a number of options to pick for siding exposure. Hardieplank lap siding is not just our best selling product it s the most popular brand of siding in america. With a full spectrum of colors and textures hardieplank lap siding sets the standard in exterior cladding. Cedar look siding board has a woodlike grain finish for a natural wood look.
The exposure or reveal means how much of the lap siding is visible. Richmond s 3 4 inch profile height and double thick nail hem provide enhanced rigidity and wind load resistance up to 230 miles per hour. Nothing else comes close to cedar s ideal combination. For example installing siding with a 4 exposure on a wall that is 12ft high will take 36 courses of siding.
Use a 2 1 2 in. Western red cedar is nature s perfect siding material. Siding should be kept 6 off the ground account for that when measuring and estimating material. Lap siding reveal size lap siding coverage chart area11 12 15 16 100 sq.
Double 6 traditional lap siding offers 50 more siding panel exposure on the wall than 4 siding and most closely emulates historical siding proportions.