Shake & Shingle Siding

Textured profiles that add depth on gables, dormers, and feature walls—use as accents or full elevations.

What are the different shake and shingle profiles?

Shake and shingle profiles recreate the look of cedar with deeper texture and shadow lines that make your home's architecture pop.

Here's what we'll cover:

What "shake siding" vs "shingle siding" means in vinyl profiles—perfection shingles vs rough-split looks

Straight-edge vs staggered shakes—how the bottom course edge changes the feel

Where vinyl shake siding works best—gables, dormers, upper stories, bump-outs

Scallop (half-round) accents—when to use for Victorian/cottage cues

Color and trim pairings to highlight texture without chaos

Shake vs Shingle: What's the Difference?

Perfection shingles: uniform, smooth faces for neat, consistent lines—polished and organized.

Rough-split shakes: deeper, irregular textures that catch light for a rustic, organic feel.

Both options are available in straight-edge and staggered patterns in modern vinyl lines (cedar looks without staining, rot, or insects).

Edge Styles: Straight-Edge vs Staggered

Straight-edge shakes align perfectly along the bottom; staggered shakes vary in length for an irregular edge with lively shadow play.

Straight-edge: tailored on symmetrical/formal elevations

Staggered: breaks up large wall fields; softens strict geometry

Where Shakes Work Best

Gable ends and upper stories (natural focal points)

Dormers and bump-outs (features already set off from main walls)

Feature walls near entries or street-facing elevations

Full-elevation shake = cozy cottage; mixed lap + shake = interest with restraint. Larger wall areas handle more texture; smaller homes benefit from accents.

Scallops (Half-Round Accents)

Use sparingly on front-facing gables or bay features. One well-placed scallop section adds character without clutter.

Pair with curved elements (arches, rounded porches)

Keep within a cohesive palette to avoid ornament overload

Texture, Color & Trim Pairings

Mid/dark tones show texture best; very light tones can wash details

Contrasting trim emphasizes relief; monochrome reads unified

Modern vinyl lines are engineered for darker colors/heat management

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We’ll map shake and shingle accents to your architecture and palette so your exterior feels both distinctive and appropriate to its setting. Lifetime Workmanship Warranty + Gold Standard Protection Plan.

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