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  • Dec 2, 2008, 03:34 PM
    kepdawg
    hardibacker siding seams
    Put up hardibacker siding with the "fake stucco" patteren.
    I caulked it, looked OK, then sprayed some can texture used for drywall patches
    right on the seams and it looked even better.
    Still can see the seams from close up, from the street it is OK.

    I really want to hide the seams completely if possible and DO NOT want to
    put 1x2's strips/ keep it as flush and as hidden as possible.
    The reason for removal of the siding was to insulate exterior walls and
    give the house a new look, rather than the old wood siding with 1x2's hidding the
    old seams it had.
    Help Please
  • Dec 2, 2008, 08:20 PM
    ballengerb1

    I think you already made a big error by spraying on drywall texture on an exterior surface, it will not stand up. Caulk should have been the and of trying to hide the seams, its never 100% hidden.
  • Dec 3, 2008, 06:18 PM
    kepdawg

    I was hoping to hear a better answer from you. I've been following your answers for sometime and have also learned a few things.
    I guess this project is done and will see how long the "oops" will last.
  • Dec 3, 2008, 09:15 PM
    ballengerb1

    Can you tell me the exact p[roduct you used? Most interior texture materials really can't handle water or temp variations but maybe you'll be lucky with this one.
  • Dec 4, 2008, 08:22 AM
    kepdawg

    interior/exterior tex-cote texture
    primed (bulls eye 1-2-3- X2 on the seams, and 2x coat paint by behr exterior flat
  • Dec 4, 2008, 05:25 PM
    ballengerb1

    Well sir, I may end up eating my words. Its already up so nothing to lose but it seams you made a great choice in texture material. I have to add that to my list of materials to try for a ride.
  • Dec 4, 2008, 08:37 PM
    kepdawg
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    Picts, see the seams?
  • Dec 4, 2008, 08:53 PM
    ballengerb1

    It doesn't look too bad to me but I'm sure its catching your eye when you are up close. If your texture works out for you you can just trowel on another but I'd could live with what you have right now.
  • Dec 4, 2008, 08:59 PM
    kepdawg

    I'll be over there doing a tile job tomarrow so, I'll take a few more pictures
  • Dec 4, 2008, 09:01 PM
    ballengerb1

    Ceramic floor tile??
  • Dec 5, 2008, 06:44 AM
    kepdawg

    Your east coast or an early bird like me.
    Ceramic floor tile outside in the front patio area between the front door and garage.

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