How Do You Treat Old Cedar Siding?
Cedar siding, also called cedar shakes, is a naturally water repellent and weather-resistant siding that works especially well with old houses. Just because it is a hardy wood, however, does not mean that it can be left alone for years untouched. It takes maintenance and care to keep it looking fresh. Reviving old cedar siding is not difficult as long as you know which tools and materials to use. Mix the oxygen bleach powder with water to make a cleaning solution for the siding. Oxygen bleach is not normal bleach; it is a special, non-toxic formula that will deep clean the siding. Wipe the solution onto the cedar siding with a large sponge, keeping it wet for 15 minutes. Lightly scrub the surface with a nylon brush after this time is up and then rinse it with a hose. Wait while the shingles dry for a few days. In damp weather this could take up to a couple of weeks. This will ensure that the water-repelling treatment adheres to the wood without a problem. Apply a top-quality synthetic
