How to Remove Shake Siding
Shake siding must be replaced when it is damaged or rotted. Wood siding can last for generations if properly maintained; however, if the siding is neglected, it requires replacement. Shake siding typically is made of cedar or pine. Shakes are beveled siding that comes in a variety of short lengths. They are installed from the bottom up to the top on the exterior of a home using nails. A single shake to an entire exterior can be replaced with hand tools. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Position the ladder at one side of the exterior side in need of replacement so that you access the top row of shakes.
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Pry off the cove molding underneath the facial boards from the exterior of the house. Gently work the flat bar underneath one end, then gradually lift the entire molding from the top joint of the siding and facial boards. This exposes the nails in the top layer of shake siding.
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Slide the flat bar under the bottom edge of the shake at the outside edge of the top row of shakes. Apply slight outward pressure to lift the shake up and loosen the nails. Place the claw end of the flat bar under the loosened nails at the top of the shake. Pry the nails out with the claw of the flat bar. Remove the remaining shakes for an entire exterior removal.
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Align the chisel along the bottom edge of the shake to remove a single shake for replacement. Tap it with a hammer to split the shake with the grain. Repeat the process to remove the entire shake from around the nail.
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Slide the flat bar up between the shakes above the one you are removing to remove the nail and any remaining wood.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep your shake siding painted and maintained to avoid replacement.
Wear eye protection when working on shake siding.
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