LP SmartSide® Shakes: The Perfect Blend of Rustic Charm and Modern Durability

LP SmartSide® Shakes offer the classic, textured look of traditional wood shakes with the advanced durability and low maintenance of engineered wood. Whether you’re enhancing a craftsman-style home or adding a rustic touch to a modern design, LP SmartSide Shakes provide the beauty and character of natural wood without the downsides. Engineered for strength and longevity, these shakes are an excellent choice for homeowners who want a beautiful, durable exterior that stands up to the elements.

What are LP SmartSide® Shakes?

LP SmartSide Shakes are an engineered wood siding product designed to replicate the appearance of traditional cedar shakes. Made from wood strands that are bonded with resins and treated with LP’s proprietary SmartGuard® process, these shakes offer superior resistance to moisture, termites, and fungal decay. LP SmartSide Shakes are available in various profiles, textures, and colors, allowing you to achieve the perfect look for your home while enjoying the benefits of modern engineering.

Key Features:

Material

Engineered wood, composed of wood strands, resins, and waxes.
Cedar Texture Shakes

Finish Options

Available in Cedar Texture, mimicking the natural look of real cedar shakes.

Thickness and Widths

Length

Typically 48-inch panels, which provide easy installation and fewer seams for a seamless appearance.

SmartGuard® Treatment

Proprietary process that enhances resistance to moisture, termites, and fungal decay.

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Pre-Primed

Ready for painting or finishing in your choice of color.

Why Choose LP SmartSide® Shakes?

1. The Timeless Beauty of Cedar Shakes

LP SmartSide Shakes are designed to replicate the distinctive look of natural cedar shakes, providing your home with a timeless, rustic charm. The deep shadow lines and textured surface create a rich, dimensional appearance that adds warmth and character to any exterior.

Authentic Cedar Texture: The Cedar Texture finish of LP SmartSide Shakes mimics the intricate grain patterns and rough-hewn look of real cedar, giving your home the classic, handcrafted appearance that is synonymous with traditional wood shakes.

Versatile Design Options: LP SmartSide Shakes are suitable for a wide range of architectural styles, from classic craftsman to modern rustic. Whether used as an accent on gables and dormers or as the primary siding material, these shakes add visual interest and curb appeal to any home.

Multiple Application Possibilities: LP SmartSide Shakes can be used in various parts of your home’s exterior, such as on the entire facade, as accent pieces, or to complement other siding types, offering design flexibility to match your aesthetic vision.

2. Superior Durability and Resistance to the Elements

While LP SmartSide Shakes offer the look of wood, they are engineered to perform far better than traditional cedar. Thanks to the SmartGuard® Treatment, these shakes are built to withstand the harshest weather conditions, resist pests, and maintain their beauty with minimal maintenance.

Moisture Resistance: The SmartGuard® Treatment provides LP SmartSide Shakes with enhanced moisture resistance, protecting them from swelling, warping, and rotting—issues commonly associated with natural wood. This is especially important in regions with high humidity or frequent rain.

Pest and Fungal Decay Resistance: Unlike traditional wood shakes, LP SmartSide Shakes are impervious to termites, carpenter ants, and other wood-damaging pests. The inclusion of zinc borate in the SmartGuard® process also ensures long-lasting protection against fungal decay, keeping your siding structurally sound over time.

Impact Resistance: The engineered wood construction of LP SmartSide Shakes provides superior impact resistance, making them less susceptible to damage from hail, debris, or other environmental factors.

3. Low Maintenance with Long-Lasting Beauty

One of the significant advantages of LP SmartSide Shakes over traditional wood is their low maintenance requirements. While natural wood shakes require regular staining, sealing, and other upkeep, LP SmartSide Shakes are designed to maintain their beauty with minimal effort.

Pre-Primed for Easy Finishing: LP SmartSide Shakes come pre-primed and ready for painting, allowing you to choose the perfect color for your home’s exterior. The primed surface ensures excellent paint adhesion, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting finish.

Fade and Chip Resistant: The engineered wood construction and SmartGuard® Treatment help protect the shakes from the elements, ensuring that they resist fading, chipping, and cracking over time.