Common Types of Ipe Siding Patterns
Common Types of Ipe Siding Patterns Home Improvement Although it isn’t used often due to the low cost of vinyl siding, people who want to give their homes a distinctive look may choose to side their houses with hardwood. There are several options for wood side, including ipe siding, which is a wood originating in Central and South America. Ipe siding comes in four different patterns, including: * Ship-lap siding. * Tongue and groove siding. * Rain screen siding. * Eased-edge siding. Siding can also be customized for residential or commercial projects. Each of these siding patterns profiles have their uses and benefits. Ship-lap Siding Ipe ship-lap siding is made to interlock by milling rabbit joints into the top and bottom of each board. Not only is it an attractive siding option, it is less expensive than other profiles, such as tongue and groove siding. It requires more work to make it lay flat as it is being put up, but when done correctly, its finished appearance is one many ow