rayworld Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Wood siding should end 6-8" above soil. What is the distance, if any, that apply to other types of siding? And what would be applied to the surface below the siding to prevent water/moisture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynesoper Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 That applies to any siding with wood framing behind for obvious reasons. If solid concrete or block or stone no problem. Don't think about the siding itself. Think about whats behind it, thats good to eat if you are a bug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Katen Posted May 18, 2010 Report Share Posted May 18, 2010 Wood siding should end 6-8" above soil. What is the distance, if any, that apply to other types of siding? And what would be applied to the surface below the siding to prevent water/moisture? If you're using the IRC, wood siding needs to be 6" above soil. Untreated wood framing, if it's resting on a concrete or masony foundation wall, should be 8" above the exposed ground. Brick veneer can be placed below grade, but it's supposed to be solidly grouted and, of course have weeps & flashing above grade. The IRC doesn't specifiy clearances for other types of siding, but the manufacturer's generally do. - Jim Katen, Oregon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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