Cedar Siding Corner Flashing

Corner boards are applied to the sheathing with siding fitting tightly against the narrow edge of the boards allowing for expansion and an adequate caulking bead.

Cedar siding corner flashing.

The base of this outside siding corner is 1 11 16 wide from center to outside edge. Width is a matter of taste and proper proportion. Edge strip for corners. Thickness of the corner board will depend on the thickness of the siding.

122 series corners are designed primarily for wood siding. Cedar shingle siding must never rest on the horizontal surface of flashing. This aluminum trim is a great choice for siding corners lightweight yet durable. Otherwise it is possible for water to wick up the shingles and into the wall.

Outside aluminum siding corners in different sizes. Siding corner is primed white and has a wood grain surface. Use overlapping 1x4s or 1x6s at outside corners or use 5 4 stock for a heavier look. Face width 1 3 4 per side at the bottom tapering to 1 1 4 at the top.

Flashing must be overlapped by the moisture barrier. These pieces are used to protect the wood that is exposed after lap siding has been installed. This aluminum corner is for hardboard siding measuring up to 1 2 thick. Flashing should be made from a non corrosive material and should extend a minimum of 2 vertically up the wall.

The 122 series corners are also available in copper or stainless steel by special order only and available in a wide variety of lengths and flange widths to cover most styles of wood siding. These siding corners provide both stability and protection while giving a seamless look to hardboard siding.