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We’ve been installing cedar soffit & cedar siding in Greater Vancouver & Lower Mainland area for many years. We know how to do it right and we know our product very well.
Installation of cedar soffit complements all architectural styles from simple clean and modern lines of contemporary design, to classical period styling, or stark bold minimalism. Whether it’s a house remodeling, renovation, a newly constructed single-family home, or multi-story building our cedar soffit installation team covers both standard and custom designed installations. At Soffit King we have the skills and experience to deliver beautiful looks that last.
UBC campus soffit installation. The Undergraduate Life Sciences Teaching Labs building renewal project.
In a dry covered storage area, allow air to circulate freely around and through the cedar for 3 to 5 days.
Prime coat all surfaces with a good quality primer to protect the wood from water penetration and staining.
Install Building paper and seal doors, windows and other joints. If applying cedar paneling over rigid foam sheathing, refer to your distributor for special instructions.
Use hot dipped galvanized aluminum nails or stainless steel that are corrosion resistant. For best results use “split less” nails with thin shanks and blunt points. Recommended nail specifications:
Paneling Thickness | Nail Length & Type | |
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Smooth Shank | Ring or Spiral Shank | |
1/2" – 5/8" | 2 1/4" 7d | 2" 6d |
3/4" | 2 1/2" 8d | 2 1/4" 7d |
Tongue and Groove Paneling can be installed horizontally or vertically. In horizontal applications, start at the bottom with the groove edges facing downwards. In vertical applications, start at one corner with grooved edge toward the adjacent wall. Use a plumbline or level to ensure the first board is straight. Position and nail to horizontal blocking lines or furring strips installed between studs.
Thoroughly caulk all joints, including butt joints and where paneling contacts openings and trim. Use only non-hardening caulks such as polyurethane, polysulphide, or latex-silicone.
Pure silicon caulks are not recommended.
Finish and Maintenance of Cedar Paneling.
Apply desired finish. Properly applied cedar paneling is maintenance-free for ears.
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