Most lap siding has four to eight inches of board exposed with a smaller amount of exposed wood creating a more expensive look on the home.
Wood lap siding types.
The most common types of wood lap siding is made from cedar or redwood.
It plywood siding is an all wood exterior grade panel.
Styles of wood lap siding are also available in rustic looking boards to suit buildings in more rural settings.
However other options include pine spruce and fir.
Plywood siding is an all wood exterior grade panel.
Wood lap siding is made from long boards that are milled for horizontal installation that overlap the board below.
Plywood siding features a rough sawn textured face for a beautiful rustic appearance.
It is important to note that with lap siding the wood will need to be painted or stained periodically and caulking has to be completed to reduce any damage from the weather.