Wood Shakes and Shingles for Roof Applications: Tips for Longer Life

Mark Knaebe

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Wood Shakes and Shingles for Roof Applications: Tips for Longer Life

Formally Refereed

Authors:

Mark Knaebe

Year:

2013

Type:

Finishlines

Station:

Forest Products Laboratory

Source:

USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory, FinishLine, 2013; 3 p.

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Abstract

Many wood shakes and shingles have been replaced by composition or asphalt-based shingles. Nevertheless, wood shakes and shingles are still widely used on commercial structures and residential houses.

Keywords

finishes, protective coatings, shingles, roofs, service life, wood preservation

Citation

Knaebe, Mark T. 2013. Wood Shakes and Shingles for Roof Applications: Tips for Longer Life. USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory, FinishLine, 2013; 3 p.