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What is the best wood siding? Cedar? Pine? Or something harder with a track record of reliable performance? Ipe and Cumaru are two hardwoods with an exceptional track record of performance. At AdvantageLumber.com we offer two distinct and proven siding options for homes. Both of our siding profiles are offered in our most popular wood …
Since the performance of wood siding can be affected by moisture, it’s important to take great care during the initial install. The whole house must be properly prepped and built to insure long-lasting service and to prevent moisture accumulation or excessive moisture fluctuation within building components that can induce checking, warping, rotting of wood and …
Deciding the type of exterior siding you want in your house is a difficult task. After all, nothing will impact the appearance and “first impression” of your home more than the look it has on the outside. There are several options for exterior siding in the market and if you are still wondering which one …
A question we often receive from homeowners is, “Can I use ipe for siding?” If you want to use a material that will outlast cedar, vinyl, cement, and aluminum, then YES, Ipe is your best choice. There are some very practical reasons why wood siding made of ipe is your best overall option. Of all …
Deck Design of the Week Oakland Home Uses Ipe to Make Gorgeous Courtyard If you’ve ever thought of building a courtyard for your outdoor living area, then this Oakland home should serve as some great inspiration. Designed by the Ohashi Design Studio in Emeryville, CA, this deck design captures you immediately especially when you see …
Deck Design of the Week The Belmont Street Lofts in Portland, Oregon The first thing you’ll notice when you see the pictures of the Belmont Street Lofts is that there is no visible use of decking. However, what you will see is how the architectural firm Froelich Consulting Engineers created this mixed-use commercial project with …
Deck Design of the Week Green Building in Michigan Today’s Deck Design of the week is a two-parter. We’re going to look at the before and after phases of building a green home that has some wonderful sustainable and eco-friendly features. The mind behind this home’s beauty is Danny Forster, host of Extreme Engineering and …