Colonial House With Cedar Siding

Cedar siding and shingles especially if they are old growth are extremely long lasting and resistant to rot and insects.

Colonial house with cedar siding. Colonial worked with us to find an affordable and attractive design. The country s oldest timber frame house the fairbanks house built in 1641 in dedham massachusetts still has the the original siding beaded siding on the south facing exterior lapped cedar clapboards on the north and east side and red oak clapboard on the west side. Cedar siding withstands the elements much better than other types of wood siding such as pine. It can also withstand hail damage.

By 1740 the shed had become a full story or a four on four room house. The first basic house in the 1600s was a one story two room hall and parlor house with a central chimney. We bought a house with cedar that was deteriorating and dated. When properly installed and cared for they will protect your house for well over a century.

Since the first colonial homes were built in the heavily treed areas of new england wood siding was and continues to be the most popular exterior choice. Characteristic of the cape style. As america expanded in the 1800s so did the popularity of the colonial home design changing slightly to mirror the influences of its builders or geography. In addition because it is harvested from trees cedar holds some environmental advantages for homeowners when compared with manufactured products.

See more ideas about house exterior modern exterior exterior design. By 1700 the saltbox evolved with a shed like addition on the back. Oct 4 2017 explore todd drake s board cedar accents on pinterest. The quality and appearance of the siding application was beyond our expectations.

Western red cedar exterior siding or cladding comes in a spectrum of patterns including the one that is just right for your home s style and your budget. This evolved into a two story four room building. Feb 19 2016 love the look of these shingles if they are stained instead of letting them weather. Problems arise when they are installed poorly or neglected.

All siding is secured with hand forged nails. The transformation was impressive.