Considerations: |
Thirty years to life of building, depending on maintenance.
Can add great structural support to a wall.
May 'check' [small surface cracks].
Susceptible to termite damage when in direct contact with
soil and to water rot if not properly installed and maintained.
Plywood can expand and contract at different rates than
the framing it is attached to. This can cause nails to pull
out, joints to pull apart and siding to fall off. If the plywood
warps, the grooves in the plywood will split allowing even
more water to penetrate until the siding actually pushes away
from the under ply. |
Maintenance: |
Before using, seal all edges with water repellent, stain
sealer, or exterior house paint primer. Restain or repaint
every five years.
Maintain surface finishes to prevent deterioration, absorption
of moisture and warp. |
Options: |
Available in sheets and boards; in a variety of thicknesses
and patterns.
Textures - wood-grain textures and given
highly-durable factory finishes.
Sizes - Sheets are 4 feet wide, 8 to 10
feet long. Lap boards are 6 to 12 inches wide and 16 feet
long.
Thicknesses - both are 3/8 to 5/8 inch. |
Installation: |
Sheet sidings are often applied directly to wall studs, without
sheathing. |
