Cedar Siding Inside Corners

Use a square length of 5 4 stock at inside corners with a spline underneath.

Cedar siding inside corners. For inside corners i like to start at the corner itself and work the row outward from there. Use overlapping 1x4s or 1x6s at outside corners or use 5 4 stock for a heavier look. With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. This saves time because i can use whatever random sized shingle i want to start with.

With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. 8 10 12 lengths. It can also be butted against adjoining walls with a trim strip used to cover the joint. Always apply primer or stain end cuts.

Available smooth or hewn. It can also be butted against adjoining walls with a trim strip used to cover the joint. Use a 4 piece corner system to add a contrasting or coordinating color. 2 1 4 x 2 1 4 or 3 x 3 square inside corner.

As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip. It s important to note that working toward the inside corner means the last shingle in the row will likely need a precision size width cut as well as a scribe cut. Use a felt paper spline wrapped around the corner and extending 6 inches beyond the corner board to protect the joints where the siding meets the corner boards see figure 1 5 at left. Air dried 5 x 5 also available for 4 1 2 x 9 half log siding.

Always apply primer or stain end cuts.