What type of nail or staple should be used to install sbc cedar shingles?
24 April 2025
Both options are acceptable but it is important to use rust-resistant fasteners only: stainless, hot-dip galvanized or aluminum. For nails, we recommend to use ring shank nails with a blunt tip and a minimum 7/32’’ head. For staples, use a 7/16’’ crown and 16 gauge minimum. At all times, the fasteners must penetrate 1/2’’ into […]
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At installation, what is the spacing required between SBC shingles?
24 April 2025
The necessary spacing varies according to shingle’s moisture content and weather conditions at installation. Our natural shingles contain 25% to 35 % moisture, and our kiln-dried and factory-stained shingles contain about 10% to 14% moisture. Due to this variance, spacing for both types of shingles will be different. We must take into consideration that natural […]
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What is a square?
24 April 2025
A square is a term meaning the amount of shingles necessary to cover 100 square feet (with 5’’ exposure – standard). One square is 4 bundles of shingles.
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How many square feet does a bundle of white cedar shingles cover?
24 April 2025
A bundle covers 25 sqft when installed at the recommended 5″ exposure. The exposure is the visible part of the cedar once the shingles are installed. When calculating your coverage area, we recommend adding 4% to 5% for waste.