What is Dutch Lap Siding?

If you are looking to refinish the exterior of your home, you’re probably hearing a lot about Dutch lap siding.

What exactly is it? Is it right for my home?

Let’s dig into the specifics to see if it is a good fit for you and your family.

Dutch Lap Siding: Explained

Dutch lap siding has a very distinctive look. Basically, you will see a round groove at the top of the panel. This creates a unique and textured look, and throws an interesting shadow across the home as the sun moves throughout the day.

Years ago, this was not an easy look to get. It was actually hand-carved into wood siding by a master craftsman. And you had to pay for all of that work. Dutch lap siding made out of wood was rather expensive.

That is not the case today, as you can get that exact same aesthetic with far more affordable vinyl Dutch lap siding.

Is Dutch Lap Siding Right For My Home?

Dutch lap is perfect for you if you are looking to add some old-world charm to the exterior of your home and you want to do it without breaking your budget.

This is a popular choice for people who are looking to sell or flip their home. It’s an affordable way to add a new aesthetic and curb appeal to your home, with a very high return-on-investment.

What Type of Maintenance Does it Require?

Old-school Dutch lap siding was made out of wood so it had to be regularly painted and treated to protect it from the elements. Otherwise, you were at risk to breaking, cracking, splitting, or even some rotting and insects.

The more modern vinyl version of Dutch lap doesn’t require any of this maintenance. Vinyl is final, as they say. You install it once, and never have to worry about painting or staining.

It’s extremely durable and can stand up to our harsh Canadian winters, while still keeping its colour in the face of hot summer days.

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