cedar shakes
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By Brava Roof Tile. Learn about the different types of roof materials on the market and why synthetic composite is such a good choice. A roof is the first line of defense between your home and the elements, whether that’s a frigid, snowy winter or the fierce rays from the ...
History of Roofing - Hand Splitting Shakes
Hand-Splitting shakes with a mallet and a froe is one way to make shakes but I bet it would take a long time to make enough shakes to do a roof. Today I was asked; I am replacing two rows of cedar shakes above a flat roof tie – in the ...
Q & A - Can I put on cedar shakes on my roof?
Understanding cedar shakes. Most cities and towns still allow them, some don’t. Some require a class A, B or C Fire Rating roof coverings. This means the roofing product has to be certified by an independent third party. Cedar shakes are split and bundled and then a fire retardant is injected ...
