I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000558.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000548.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model 538281
http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-...fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC

That same sheet also comes in white. Look at it. Might lighten the area a
bit.

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BetsyB



"MiamiCuse" wrote in message
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I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000558.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000548.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model 538281
http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-...fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC

Well, I don't think you would want to use drywall. One common solution for this
type of area is soffit panels, vinyl or aluminum, available solid or
perforated.


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Dennis

"MiamiCuse" wrote in message
I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

I'd avoid drywall as it would probably get damaged by moisture. If money
was not an consideration, cypress would be great. I'd seriously look at
some sort of vinyl siding material. There is a vertical style that looks
like board and batten that may look good up there.

"Edwin Pawlowski" wrote on 16 May 2007 in group
alt.home.repair:

I'd avoid drywall as it would probably get damaged by moisture. If
money was not an consideration, cypress would be great. I'd
seriously look at some sort of vinyl siding material. There is a
vertical style that looks like board and batten that may look good up
there.

I'll second the nomination to NOT use drywall. I have a job next week to
replace some 30-year-old soffit that was done with drywall. Squirrels
gnawed through it, built a nest, and caused the drywall to fall off.

On the other hand, it DID last 30 years....

MiamiCuse wrote:
I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000558.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000548.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model 538281
http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-...fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC

Have you looked at some of the vinyl and aluminum soffit systems? That
might save some $$ and eliminate the rot problem. HTH

Joe

On May 16, 12:46 pm, MiamiCuse wrote:
I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model 538281http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-341b-4046-9d3a-0af7fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC

Man-o-man I hope you bought that house cheap. What'd you ever do with
the AC in the big room?

Keep away from sheetrock. You've got too much humidity and you're
asking for mold. HD has sheetrock without paper on it. That would be
better because it would limit mold but you'd do better with green-
board like you use in a bathroom. Then paint and add some anti-mold
stuff to the paint just for good measure. Also, I find a glossier
paint cleans up better and might help if any mold appears.

One you've rocked it, go talk to the HD paint people about some
interesting painting techniques they have.

You might also vinyl side it (just kidding). Or popcorn it.

If you wanted to throw some bucks at it, you could tile the whole
thing.

MiamiCuse wrote:

I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000558.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000548.jpg
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model 538281
http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-...fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC



http://www.jameshardie.com/homeowner...ardisoffit.php

--
Robert Allison
Rimshot, Inc.
Georgetown, TX

"Pat" wrote in message
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On May 16, 12:46 pm, MiamiCuse wrote:
I have about a 4 to 5 feet overhang area, which is now covered with
painted wood boards. It has been there for years and recently I had
to remove a bunch of them to perform repair of the framing above it
and leaks in the super-gutter above has caused the boards to rot.
Over 60% of the boards are damages in some way, shape or form so I am
in the process of riping them all down.

Here are some pics of what it looks before I took them down:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/P1000547.jpg

The board that is there now is still available at HD:

Millstead 11/32 In. or 3/8 In. x 4 Ft. x 8 Ft. 1.6 In. Plybead Pine
Siding Model
538281http://205.196.138.20/3/78/78eff07b-341b-4046-9d3a-0af7fb9a37b8_3.jpg

at about $18 for a 4x8 sheet. It sort of look like a T&G wood ceiling
but it does not, actually looks a little cheesy.

I am trying to decide what to do to replace it. Obviously one option
is to use drywall, or to use the same board as before, but I would
welcome any opinion/comment as to other options. I don't think I
could afford a true T&G wood ceiling that is installed plank by plank.

Location is Miami, FL if it makes a difference.

Thanks!

MC

Man-o-man I hope you bought that house cheap. What'd you ever do with
the AC in the big room?

Keep away from sheetrock. You've got too much humidity and you're
asking for mold. HD has sheetrock without paper on it. That would be
better because it would limit mold but you'd do better with green-
board like you use in a bathroom. Then paint and add some anti-mold
stuff to the paint just for good measure. Also, I find a glossier
paint cleans up better and might help if any mold appears.

One you've rocked it, go talk to the HD paint people about some
interesting painting techniques they have.

You might also vinyl side it (just kidding). Or popcorn it.

If you wanted to throw some bucks at it, you could tile the whole
thing.

Sheetrock outside is idiotic. If you don't like beadboard, a traditional
porch ceiling, put up T&G pine in a nice pattern, or even luan plywood like
a soffit. Not rocket science. Unless you pay for fancy wood, you will want
to prime well and paint. Not rocket science. If you want zero maint, go for
one of the plastic-clad OSB panels like they sell to skin sheds with, or
hardieplank of some sort.

aem sends....

"Steve" wrote in message
.128...
"Edwin Pawlowski" wrote on 16 May 2007 in group
alt.home.repair:

I'd avoid drywall as it would probably get damaged by moisture. If
money was not an consideration, cypress would be great. I'd
seriously look at some sort of vinyl siding material. There is a
vertical style that looks like board and batten that may look good up
there.

I'll second the nomination to NOT use drywall. I have a job next week to
replace some 30-year-old soffit that was done with drywall. Squirrels
gnawed through it, built a nest, and caused the drywall to fall off.

On the other hand, it DID last 30 years....

I don't think sheet rock would wokrk either. I am now thinking to use the
same beadboard or some T1-11 ply.

Thanks,