6 Types of Exterior Wood Siding

6 / 6 Lap siding, also called clapboard, features long horizontal boards with one edge slightly wider than the other. This allows them to be easily overlapped hence, the lap name. Lap siding has a clean, classic look. The overlapping design naturally sheds rainwater, minimizing the chances of moisture damage. The design, combined with

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Lap

Lap siding, also called “clapboard,” features long horizontal boards with one edge slightly wider than the other. This allows them to be easily overlapped — hence, the “lap” name.

Lap siding has a clean, classic look. The overlapping design naturally sheds rainwater, minimizing the chances of moisture damage. The design, combined with a straightforward installation, makes lap siding the most common type of wood siding.

Pros:

  • Easiest to install for DIY-ers;
  • Extremely water-resistant;
  • Customizing the amount of overhang creates different looks.

Cons:

  • Any gaps can attract dust and promote insect infestations.

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