How to Install Flared Sidewall Shingles

Builder-at-large Justin Fink heads down to the Connecticut shore to show us how J&J Custom Builders installs flared cedar sidewall shingles. This traditional New England style offers an added detail to the exterior and isn’t much more complex than installing standard siding. Watch the video to see how they get the job done.

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[jackjmaheriii]

I’ve never really thought of installing siding as “craftsman's work” but these guys are pretty good!

[charlesviner]

Like 👍 all your videos alot. Greetings from Davenport Iowa

[thousandroses]

looks great. Good techniques. I would worry (because I worry about everything) that the large void at the bottom would be a haven for pests.

[hooley]

What mill in Maine did you buy these from? Those are super nice,

[CaptainsOrders]

CT shoreline, in the house! never seen those 5/8" thick bois tho, holy moses, i need richer customers apparently!

[bamboostedgarage]

How is something like this broken down for labor end of thing to build the custom flare and cedar shingles? Per a sqft or hourly?

[soil-play]

I have a victorian where there is a curved shingled "belly band". Part of the band has been ripped off and the bottom is crown molding so I am worried about water getting down behind there - would there be any reason to cover the curve/molding with metal flashing or is that unnecessary overkill?

[RedNeckBiker]

PLease make sure you show us the finished product.

[KurtMGibbs]

I'm surprised that there is no rain screen.

[radman]

Cedar is so shitty these days I worry about longevity.