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Western Red Cedar Siding Calculator
1. Enter the calculations for the total wall area (length x height):
2. Subtract square footage of openings for windows and doors:
3. Select the appropriate factor for either linear or surface measurement:
Nominal Width(inches)
Dressed Width (inches)
Exposed Face Width (inches)
Linear Feet Factor
Surface Measure
4
3.5
2.5
4.8
1.6
6
5.5
4.5
2.67
1.33
8
7.5
6.5
1.85
1.23
10
9.5
8.5
1.41
1.18
12
11.5
10.5
1.14
1.14
Result

10% is added to accomodate trim
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