Do you have cedar shingle siding? Older siding, not the newer sheets that look like shingles! When it needs to be re-stained, the dilemma begins with:
1) do you stain it the same color?
2) when using a different color that is lighter than the existing, will you be able to see the dark through the cracks?
3) do you use semi-transparent or full coverage stain?
4) how much pressure washing is too much or not enough?
I think the most important point to consider is color. Cedar shingles are reminiscent of an era and seen a lot on Craftsmen or Cape Cod architectures. They are also used in many newer home styles which sport a mix of wood products and stone. I love cedar shingles and like to see natural earth tones as the color selected as the shingle-look reminds me of the forest and living among nature.
Pressure washing is the other thing to consider ~ don't let your husband or son get too close with the pressure washer wand or you might find your shingles on the roof! :) Yes, we had that hapen.
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