Wood Shingle & Shake Siding
A helpful buying guide about wooden shingles and shakes, covering a selection of materials and styles as well as considerations for DIY projects at home. Wood shingles and shakes, typically made of decay-resistant cedar, are prized for their rustic beauty and ability to adapt to intricate architectural styles. However, due to their high degree of […]
How to Repair Wood Shingle Roofing
Expert advice on repairing and replacing wood roof shingles, locating leaks, repairing and replacing damaged shingles and removing moss from wood shingle roofing. Wood shingles can last between 15 and 40 years. Their durability depends on your climate, their exposure to the weather, and the slope of your roof. As a rule, the steeper the […]
Buying Wood Shingle & Shake Roofing
How to buy the best wood shingle and shake roofing, including helpful wood shingle construction diagrams, and advantages and drawbacks of wood roofing. Most wood shingle roofs are made from western red cedar for its durability and resistance to insect damage; others are made from preservative-treated pine or similar species. Shingles and shakes come in […]