Is the edges especially the bottom edges.
How to stain t1 11 siding.
Further solid colored stains in general give better protection becaues they better block the sun s uv rays.
It comes untreated so you have to paint or stain it after installation if you want it to last and provide maximum weather resistance.
I wanted to stain to give it a rustic cabin feel.
Everyone said no way could stain go over paint.
T1 11 is an engineered plywood product.
Plywood t1 11 accepts stain well and takes on a grainy appearance that blends well in rural surroundings.
It provides an easy and efficient method for siding rustic structures like barns and sheds and is commonly used on houses as well.
The most vulnerable part of t1 11 or any plywood.
The heavier body of the solid hide stains form a thicker more elastic film able to stretch with the grain movement.
Staining t1 11 is less work than painting it you may need only one coat but prior.
With the proper finish and maintenance your t111 siding can continue to look good and protect your house for a long time.
T111 siding is an attractive and relatively inexpensive siding material.
We had searched and searched for options for our beige painted t1 11 siding.
Stains can look good but don t last as long as paint.