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    Breezy Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 10, 2006, 05:53 AM
    Leaking shiplap siding
    Our 80-year-old cottage has shiplap siding that leaks through the horizontal seams during a rainstorm. To avoid replacing the old shiplap (no rot) can I fill the seams with caulk? Foam insulation? The inside walls are open to the inside of the shiplap, so I can caulk/foam from both inside and outside.

    Any suggestions?
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    May 10, 2006, 06:59 AM
    Sure. Use clear 100% silicone. I'd apply it from the outside, of course trying to get it "up in there" so it's less visible.

    Foam is great, but I avoid using it in areas that can be seen.
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    May 10, 2006, 07:25 PM
    Make sure all the joints are tight then seal like rickj said but use latex caulking w/ silicone additive. You can't paint 100% silicone.
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