Cultured Concrete and Log Siding

Faux Log Siding

• Faux log siding is developed by creating a strong backing and attaching concrete that was cultured into the shapes of wood logs. Its texture and colors are designed to look similar to bark or raw wood. Faux log siding can be installed on regular residential houses to give them cabinlike effects.

Comparison to Concrete Logs

• Differences exist between concrete log siding and concrete logs. Concrete log siding is made from concrete cultured to resemble the front pieces of logs, but it is usually only a couple inches deep and backed by other materials. Concrete logs are designed for real cabin projects that use entire concrete logs in the place of wood logs. Concrete log siding can be used more widely among traditional residential homes.

Benefits

• Concrete log siding has several benefits. It can be used on many kinds of homes, its concrete provides fire-resistant properties and it is much easier to install than whole logs or wood siding. Overall, its installation is very similar to faux stone's installation, and it can be used by masons and contractors with experience in cultured stone siding.

Considerations

• Concrete log siding needs to be installed according to strict building codes. The codes vary by location, but most require the use of proper moisture barriers and backing material insulation. Improper installation can trap moisture behind the siding in moist climates. Concrete log siding's durability lessens in locations that alternate between high and low temperatures.