Finger jointed pine vs. clear pine

11-06-2008, 10:00 AM	#1
Dan B Newbie   Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3	Finger jointed pine vs. clear pine Is primed FJP a good choice for fascia? It is 15% cheaper than clear pine and it is already primed. Will it hold up through New Jersey weather?

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11-06-2008, 11:49 AM	#2
bjbatlanta Drywall contractor   Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Lilburn, GA Posts: 2,082	Finger jointed pine vs. clear pine As long as it's properly caulked, painted, and maintained it should be fine.The advantage to "clear" is ability to stain it. __________________ If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you can read this in English, thank a soldier. Support our troops.

11-06-2008, 12:18 PM	#3
Dan B Newbie   Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3	Finger jointed pine vs. clear pine Thanks!

11-07-2008, 12:03 AM	#4
RemodelMan Member   Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 96	Finger jointed pine vs. clear pine The problem with finger jointed is that the joints will be noticable if exposed to moisture, since the wood swells at slightly different rates, causing expansion and the jointed outline. Be sure to use quality primer and paint. Otherwise, you can expect the joint to seperate in the future.