cedar shingles Archives - Kennings Building Supplies

Looking to make your home stand out in the crowd? Cedar shingles may be the answer for you! They’re environmentally conscious, look fantastic and offer waterproof protection from all elements for up to 20 years. These fantastic shingles age beautifully, they will adopt a pleasant silvery grey shade over time so your home can keep looking amazing for years to come! Take a look at our blog for some great applications in your home.

Wall cladding cedar shingles

Cedar shingles make for great cladding thanks to their durability. They’re good at insulating thanks to their waterproof features and with such a long warranty they’re a wise investment and since they require little to no maintenance they’re an easy way to make your house stand out without a second thought! And, as a bonus, they come already treated against rot and decay so you only need to attach them. If you want your home to look rustic and bold, these shingles are for you!

Aged cedar shingles turn a beautiful grey.
Credit: Remodelista on Pinterest

Cedar shingle outdoor playhouse

It can be difficult to find a playhouse to match your garden’s aesthetic, many children’s garden play areas are made from bright coloured plastics which can be an eyesore. If you want your playhouse to last, these shingles will provide you with a durable guarantee to last through playtime for years to come. Take a look at this amazing creation from @callyprojects on Instagram, you can even find the fitting and building instructions on @instructables!

Cedar shingle roofing

Cedar shingles are a fantastic roofing solution. You get a perfect waterproof solution whilst incorporating the good looking element of the shingles. The wood is naturally insect and rot-resistant so it requires little to no maintenance. This element is ideal for a roof because a lot of upkeep may mean leaking and it can be difficult to maintain roofing without hiring a professional. As long as you have roofing underneath these shingles your roof will be secure and they won’t need to be replaced for many years.

Find these cedar shingles and more at Kenning’s Building Supplies

We also offer plenty of support and expert advice for most projects. Just pick up the phone or visit any of our 3 sites located in Goole & Gilberdyke.

At Kenning’s, you can not only expect a good deal but also:

Superfast FREE local delivery on most orders *

Handy FREE installation guides (and even instructional videos!)

Incredible prices on composite decking (and frequent big discounts!)

*Free delivery applies to most of the East Riding, but some areas may incur a charge. Minimum charge applies, contact us for more details.

**Prices all correct at time of writing

How do they age?

Cedar shingles have a life expectancy of 30 years and as they age, they fade to an attractive silvery grey shade. The most attractive quality of the shingles for most people is the fact the wood is naturally insect and rot-resistant so it requires little to no maintenance. You can extend the life of your shingles an extra 20 years in the right conditions and investing in quality materials.

The shingles age beautifully.
Credit: Greg Rosenke on Unsplash

Where can you use them?

These shingles are adaptable, you can also use them on the outside of buildings for extra protection. They add a warming element to any home. Having them on walls is usually popular in coastal homes or areas with high humidity due to their long life span and durability. This beautiful exterior decoration can be added to your home, and will last even longer in locations with less moisture!

Shingles on a coastal area.
Credit: Lisa Carlisle on Pinterest

The shingles are easy to install at home. Ensure you have roofing felt underneath and it is secured with a staple gun. When installing the shingles we recommend our cedar shingle silicone bronze nails for maximum life. As a guide, approximately 1kg of nails is required to fix 6 bundles of shingles.

Find these shingles and more at Kennings Building Supplies

We also offer plenty of support and expert advice for most projects, just pick up the phone or visit any of our 3 sites located in Goole & Gilberdyke.

At Kenning’s you can not only expect a good deal but also: