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Pine Siding For Half The PriceAre you looking for the perfect low maintenance pine siding? Here is some valuable information that might help you make a decision. This Page is about pre-finished factory stained log siding.This is a one step installation deal. This wood siding is half the cost of what you would pay for "on site" staining,while eliminating your worries of streaking , lap lines and over spray. No need to worry if the staining is going to get done because of the weather. Having your siding already pre-stained before it's installed can save you time and money while providing extra protection,and preventing adhesion problems.No need for a painter. Every piece of this wood is KILN- Dried to minimize shrinkage and has a three coat factory finish,which has a deeper penetration for a longer lasting finish. This normally consist of one coat of sealer and two coats of tinted top coat. The back of the log siding is stained to help the performance on the front of the siding for longer lasting beauty,and absorbing moisture as quickly. *Even though this is Pre-finished, you should still Re-coat the cut ends to prevent the entering of moisture. * Remember to tell your architect to specify a foundation atleast 6 inches above grade,and atleast 24 inches above grade if your in a insect -prone area.
*Use deeper eaves to help protect your siding .
*When landscaping keep shrubs 3-4 feet away so that air can flow to aide in drying after a rain.
*If your log siding is too close to the ground, try using rocks for ground cover ,atleast 1 foot from the bottom row of the siding. These rocks come in different colors and textures.
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