Overview
This mid-century home, nestled in Toftrees, PA, features 5" clapboard vinyl siding that nods to the original cedar planks installed in the late 70's. Unfortunately, these had rotted and were allowing water infiltration for some time.
Materials
RMC Classic Sand FairField 5" siding
RMC Classic Sand beaded soffit
Aluminum color matched fascia
Aluminum color matched gutters
Zero overhang gables make the roof-to-wall transitions a particularly important weatherproofing detail.
The original cedar matched the roof slope in this area. We kept this detail at the homeowners request.
Proper light mounts minimize water intrusion where these copper tone fixtures are installed.