New CertainTeed Northwoods™ Offers Authentic Look Of Milled Cedar Shingles In Vinyl

(HIT) - CertainTeed brings building professionals the authentic look of milled cedar shingles with Northwoods™, a new addition to its portfolio of vinyl exterior products. The new cedar-style siding is ideal for a variety of uses, from accent areas to whole-house applications.

Made with CertainTeed’s patented continuous vacuum forming process, Northwoods is available in two authentic profiles. The Single 7" Straight Edge Rough-Split Shakes feature detailed grain texture, 3/4" panel projection and deep, tapered gaps for a natural appearance. The Single 10" Random Hand-Split Shakes offer random shake gaps, 1" panel projection and grain texture on full overlap for a seamless look. The .05"-thick panels are made of sturdy polyvinyl chloride and come in a selection of up to 17 colors, including dramatic darker hues.

Northwoods installs 16" on center, just like traditional vinyl siding. It is compatible with steel stud construction and no nailable substrate is required. Its 10' panel length provides for faster installation and fewer laps. Its single course design allows for reduced waste.

Northwoods comes with a Class 1(A) fire rating for code requirements and a lifetime limited warranty. For more details, see warranty where product is sold.

According to Tom Smith, Vice President and General Manager for CertainTeed’s Siding Products Group, building professionals now have two quality choices in vinyl cedar-style shingle siding with the new Northwoods and the ever-popular Cedar Impressions®. "Only CertainTeed offers you two beautiful choices of vinyl cedar-style shingle siding. Cedar Impressions, the industry-leading flagship, made of injection molded polypropylene and Northwoods, the best looking vinyl shingles on the market," he says.

With the introduction of Northwoods, CertainTeed offers the most comprehensive selection of shingles and lap siding, as well as the broadest selection of accessories and trim, including its Vinyl Carpentry™ Soffit and Decorative Trim offering. All of these products are designed to coordinate in style and color.

Courtesy: Home Improvement News and Information Center