In some cases a cedar shake may bend outwards or inwards.
How to replace cedar shake siding.
Wear comfortable work clothes and rubber.
Remember to start on a day when no precipitation is predicted over the next several days if possible.
No matter you are staining or painting weathered cedar siding if you do the following steps in the proper order you will maximize your results.
If you plan to replace the external cedar siding with similar siding you also need a measuring tape handsaw level circular saw and the new siding.
These are the shingles that you will eliminate and replace with a new shingle.
Nail the starter strip in place above the drip cap with a coiled nailing sider.
Step 1 inspect the siding.
Scrutinize the siding and look for shakes that have come slack from the nails or ones that have cracked and split down the focal point.
Moreover insects and birds can bore holes and moisture can cause boards to warp and crack.