Cedar Siding Inside Corners

As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip.

Cedar siding inside corners.

It can also be butted against adjoining walls with a trim strip used to cover the joint. Use a square length of 5 4 stock at inside corners with a spline underneath. With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. Use overlapping 1x4s or 1x6s at outside corners or use 5 4 stock for a heavier look.

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. For inside corners i like to start at the corner itself and work the row outward from there. Kiln dried pine or air dried western red cedar. Always apply primer or stain end cuts.

With corner boards there is the choice of applying them next to the siding or over top of the siding as shown here. 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. Blend traditional lap siding seamlessly around every bend with vinyl carpentry corner systems or with cedar impressions shakes and shingles with matching inside and outside mitered corners.

Always apply primer or stain end cuts. 2 1 4 x 2 1 4 or 3 x 3 square inside corner. Available smooth or hewn. As in the above illustration at inside corners siding is frequently butted against a 2 x 2 trim strip.

Air dried 5 x 5 also available for 4 1 2 x 9 half log siding.