Not only does it cost less up front than composite materials but thanks to its low density western red cedar is a natural thermal insulator.
Does burnt cedar siding last longer than cedar.
Todays cedar is not as strong or durable as the old growth and will last less years.
So if you want siding that doesn t just look great but also keeps your heating and ac bills down the choice is clear.
Known in japan as shou sugi ban this style of finishing wood can extend the life of your cedar siding by many decades up to 80 years in exposed applications.
You should also keep in mind that the maintenance required with cedar siding adds thousands to the overall cost.
As a result of its porous nature cedar japanese cedar in.
The second coat of penetrating stain often lasts longer than the first coat because more can be applied as it penetrates into small surface checks.
Charred wood siding and fencing aka.
Cedar siding can run 5 to 7 per square foot.
Despite a higher.
Another important reason why stain lasts longer than paint on cedar siding is that they are durable enough to take foot traffic.
You will need to paint or stain cedar siding every 3 5 years and periodically repair or replace the shingles or panels.
In fact food traffic results in more abrasion than regular paint is meant to take.
That s the sound of money you can save with real cedar siding.
The technique has been around for centuries.
The stain is durable.
Prone to dust and dirt accumulation cedar exterior siding receives a good pressure wash on the lowest setting well.
For a durable burnt wood finish that will last 50 years or more follow these shou sugi ban application tips.
It requires regular maintenance in the form of repainting or re staining every three to five years.
Stained cedar siding requires more maintenance than other woods but also lasts longer.
Shou sugi ban or yakisugi are uv resistant weather resistant rot resistant and bug resistant and can last upwards of 80 years with little to no maintenance.
But when the desired outcome is a significantly extended lifespan lighting the wood on fire is a great idea.
A burned stump doesn t get oiled and its burned bit survives weather and contact to ground for 60 years or more.
Western red cedar is a renewable resource and we offer fsc certified sustainable options and it doesn t contain any nasty chemicals that are released into the environment or your house.
This also prevents the cedar siding from rotting by trapped moisture.
A thorough cleaning once or twice a year will greatly extend the life of cedar.
Apply on softwoods only.