flush siding

[jonathan]

I have been searching the web far and wide for information regarding the installation of Flush siding applied horizontally. I am specifically interested in a completely flush application as seen in some historic buildings, no V groove, bevel etc..

I have been debating the following
1.) ship lap or T&G
2.) should I create an airspace behind the siding w/ strapping. It will be installed in the greater Boston area, not on the water.

[carl sperry]

Try this place. Link below.


http://www.wrcla.org

[Patty]

Jonathan
We have had better success with T&G than with shiplap. The narrower the boards, the smaller the gaps between boards when the wood starts moving in the weather. I would certainly vote for an airspace. Have you seen the Benjamin Obdyke Wall Slicker product? I would also backprime.
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Patty

[Patty]

Jonathan
We have had better success with T&G than with shiplap. The narrower the boards, the smaller the gaps between boards when the wood starts moving in the weather. I would certainly vote for an airspace. Have you seen the Benjamin Obdyke Wall Slicker product? I would also backprime.
Patty

[Justin B. Jensen]

Jonathan,

Ditto Patty's comments with respect to T & G vs shiplap and back-priming. Definately use the rain-screen if you can accomplish for your budget. The Obdyke material is a good solution or just strap the wall with furring over felt. Be sure to plan to allow trapped vapor an exhaust pathway at your frieze or soffit and a screened intake for air (or drainage for liquid) at the bottom of the wall i.e. plan your details. Don't overlook your windows and doors and the implications of furring to your jambs, sills and trim details in general.

Justin