What Is Nickel Gap

What Is Nickel Gap

Nickel gap wood siding is also a popular feature in interior design and is similar to shiplap in appearance. The main differences are that nickel gap siding has tongue and groove boards that hides nails giving it a smoother look overall.

What is the difference between shiplap and nickel gap?

Nickel gap wood siding is also a popular feature in interior design and is similar to shiplap in appearance. The main differences are that nickel gap siding has tongue and groove boards that hides nails giving it a smoother look overall.

What size is a nickel gap?

It is called nickel gap because when the two boards are installed side by side there is a 1/8” gap – about the size of a nickel. Nickel Gap can be installed horizontally, vertically, or even on an angle.

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