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>i have removed the old siding from the weather side of my house (ca.l9l0)in SE Wa. and need some advice about re-installing. l. is it worth the time to scarf joint the boards instead of butt joining? 2. the old siding was installed with cut nails. Should i get new cut nails or is there an equally strong alternative? 3. i’ve put on house wrap and wonder where to caulk the siding and widow trim to prevent air leaks. The siding has been stripped, treated w/Wood Life, and primed and back primed with oil base primer. It will be installed, caulked as needed, re-primed and finished w/2 coats of latex. Thanks for answers to these questions and tips on any questions i have forgotten to ask. jim webster
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>i have removed the old siding from the weather side of my house (ca.l9l0)in SE Wa. and need some advice about re-installing. l. is it worth the time to scarf joint the boards instead of butt joining? 2. the old siding was installed with cut nails. Should i get new cut nails or is there an equally strong alternative? 3. i've put on house wrap and wonder where to caulk the siding and widow trim to prevent air leaks. The siding has been stripped, treated w/Wood Life, and primed and back primed with oil base primer. It will be installed, caulked as needed, re-primed and finished w/2 coats of latex. Thanks for answers to these questions and tips on any questions i have forgotten to ask. jim webster