How To Install Log Siding

Measure the walls measure the walls of your home to determine how much log siding you will need.

How to install log siding.

Cut and install corner log sidings after measuring the walls and purchasing the amount of log siding you need. Snap lines with a chalk line or use a story pole to ensure your log siding stays level and evenly spaced. Find your framing and studs and mark those on the wall. Modulog siding must be fastened through the face of the log at the top and bottom of each piece.

In this video he uses white cedar half log sidi. If you re doing a log siding project put a vertical log up and temporarily fasten it. Furring strips may also be needed in some cases to flush out an end wall and provide a flat surface to install on. Install log siding.

Cut and install the. Two fasteners are driven into each stud one near the top and one near the bottom. Take some measurements and make sure you re good and level before you start. Peter green owner of northern log supply demonstrates how to install log siding with saddle notch corners.

Installing your trim and then your vertical corners is your first priority. These deck screws have mini heads that are easily hidden. Know what your corner heights are. Start at the bottom and work your way up the wall.