LAP – Lap siding gives the appearance of overlapping panels.  The reason for this look comes from when wood was the primary siding material.  Installing it horizontally in this fashion allowed for expansion and contraction during weather changes.

DUTCH LAP – Dutch Lap siding features beveled edges to give your home’s appearance more depth and shadow.  This type of siding looks like wood that was finely crafted by old world craftsmen.  It is also called German or Cove Lap siding.

BOARD AND BATTEN – Board and Batten siding is a colonial era style of alternating wide siding boards and narrow siding strips (battens).  The battens cover the seams where the boards meet.  This is a popular choice both horizontally and vertically.

BEADED LAP – Beaded Lap siding is a style inspired from the grand homes of the American South in which a bead provides a crisp, clear shadow line.

SHAKE – A shake is a basic wooden shingle made from split logs.  They are typically crafted into shape by hand and create a rustic feel, circa Victorian era.  Indeed, you can get this style in vinyl formats.

SCALLOP – Scallop siding is curved, half round cut to give your home beauty and flair.  You can get them in more elegant or rustic fashion, giving your home more natural charm.