Technical Specifications

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EXTERIOR NEW WALL CONSTRUCTION
Figure 10: Staggered Coursing
Design and Application Instructions
Staggered Butt Coursing
For single course application, an attractive
effect can be made by staggering the butt of
the Certi-label Western Cedar shingle from
the horizontal line. Apply the Certi-label
Western Cedar shingle irregularly at variable
distances below (but not above) the
horizontal line.
Certi-label
Western Cedar
Staggered butt applications are made by
shortening the exposure less than the
greater maximum exposure. No
shingles or shakes shall be
applied greater than the maximum exposure
allowed. Check with local building codes for
approval of the staggered butt coursing
installation method.
Ribbon Coursing
A double shadow line effect can be obtained
by raising the outer course Certi-label
Western Cedar shingles approximately 1"
above the undercoursing. Use Number 1
Grade Certi-label Western Cedar shingles for
undercoursing when applying ribbon
coursing (Figure 11).
Architect: Alfredo De Vido Associates, Photo: Paul Warchol
Butt nail all double coursed Certi-label Western
Cedar shingles that are exposed more than their
maximum single course exposure.
1" max. for 16" &18"
Certi-label Western
Cedar shingles
1 1/2" max. for 24"
Certi-label Western
Cedar shingles
Double starter course
The outer course is applied 1/2" lower
than the inner course as a drip course
to help shed water
Type 30 felt
underlayment
Plywood panel
or dimensional
lumber sheathing
Plywood panel
or dimensional
lumber sheathing
Figure 11: Ribbon Coursing
The outer course is applied 1/2" lower
than the inner course as a drip course
to help shed water
Double starter course
Finished course
Type 30 felt
underlayment