If I have mildew on my shingles, what should I do?
24 April 2025
Mildew is a fungus found virtually everywhere in nature; all it needs in order to flourish is oxygen, a food source, moisture, and temperatures between 40 ºF and 90 ºF (4 ºC to 32 ºC). Clean your house with one part of household bleach, two to three parts of warm water or use a commercial mildew cleaner. […]
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What is extractive bleeding and how can we clean it off?
24 April 2025
The Eastern white cedar that we use for manufacturing our shingles does not have a lot of tannin, compared to its cousin the Western red cedar. Nevertheless, extractive bleeding of wood may occur on the surface of our shingles, even more on those stained of a light color. Extractive bleeding is characterized by the wood […]
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How do I clean my cedar shingles?
24 April 2025
Wash down with a hose and a mild detergent. Avoid pressure washing.
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Do SBC cedar shingles require much maintenance?
24 April 2025
No, and there are two options: wait for the natural weathering process or apply stain. If you decide to stain your shingles, it is preferable to buy the SBC factory-finished shingles. They will then be covered with quality stain on all faces, which allow SBC to offer warranties of up to 25 years against cracking […]