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In the recent (#137) edition of FHB, Mark Snyder’s article (p. 86-91) describes what is perhaps the ideal way to install clapboards. Yet, there are many “conventional” clapboard installations out there, including my home. I sided my house with clear cedar clapboards, stained both sides with a semi-solid stain and nailed over CDX siding. Butt joints were backed with a square of tar paper, but otherwise I used no furring strips, tar paper or housewrap (seams were sealed to address air infiltration). The house includes a proper vapor barrier on the inside. I’d like to know if my installation is OK or if I should expect some sort of premature failure. Should Snyder’s technique be the standard? Does the use of stain instead of paint make a difference?
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You did a good job, Marks job was a superior layout for the guy who wants just that. The fact that you treated both sides of your clap was the key to your job. Well done. If I could change one thing about your job, I would have used 15 or 30 lb felt over the cdx plywood. Marks system is great because it provides air flow behind the siding for superior drying out of the siding. Any rain that does get by your siding, simply escapes before doing any harm. Many homes have stood the test of time doing just what you have done . Good Luck Ron
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In the recent (#137) edition of FHB, Mark Snyder's article (p. 86-91) describes what is perhaps the ideal way to install clapboards. Yet, there are many "conventional" clapboard installations out there, including my home. I sided my house with clear cedar clapboards, stained both sides with a semi-solid stain and nailed over CDX siding. Butt joints were backed with a square of tar paper, but otherwise I used no furring strips, tar paper or housewrap (seams were sealed to address air infiltration). The house includes a proper vapor barrier on the inside. I'd like to know if my installation is OK or if I should expect some sort of premature failure. Should Snyder's technique be the standard? Does the use of stain instead of paint make a difference?