Cedar wood is a material
of choice for homeowners who are looking for a natural-looking roof.
If you're one of them, take time to learn more about cedar before
deciding to have your roofing replaced. Knowing the nature and
qualities of your chosen roofing
material will give you an idea of how it should be installed; or
whether or not it suits your home's architecture.
Cedar wood can be cut
into shake or shingle depending on the homeowner's preference. Cedar
wood shake is categorized or distinguished from cedar shingle by its
rough and raw texture. Traditionally, shakes are manually cut or
sawn, keeping the rustic look that isn't typical in most roof types.
When shakes are further
milled to obtain a finer texture, they become shingles. Cedar wood
shingles make better-looking wood roofing compared to shakes because
of the sleek and even proportion of each piece. Because most shingles
come in almost perfectly equal sizes and shapes, they are very easy
to install.
On the other hand, what
makes shakes also easy to install is the fact that their inherently
uneven surface becomes an excuse for not observing some structural
standards. Yet, many reliable roofers take time to make sure each
piece is properly laid on the surface. This way, leaks and early wear
can be prevented.
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