Oakland Army Base Rustic Shiplap Siding and Paneling

Oakland Army Base Rustic Shiplap Siding and Paneling starts as Douglas Fir roof decking with a 3/8” T&G. Splitting this product produces a rudimentary Shiplap which nets 11/16″ thick x 4-3/4” cover or 6-3/4” cover; lengths 2’ to 12’. The split T&G roof deck yields a Rustic Shiplap in a finish that we call “Old Patina”, which means the original aged surface and coloring is preserved, freeing you from the hassle of staining.

Wood that Comes with a Story

Even though construction didn’t finish until 1946, the Oakland Army Base officially opened on December 8th, 1941, the day after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Over the decades the base operated, well over 8.5 million tons of cargo moved through the port during World War II, with another 7.2 million tons of cargo making its way through the port during the Korean War. If a soldier was on his way to or from East Asia during the Vietnam War, there’s an excellent chance he passed through the Oakland Army Base – the base served as a major transportation hub for U.S. soldiers.

This reclaimed product is from a historic source, installs easily, and looks great!  Add a little something more to your space than just ‘rustic décor’—why not use a product that also comes with a story behind it? Since no additional milling is needed, choosing Rustic Shiplap helps keep your costs down while achieving that reclaimed look you’re after.

Material Specs

Nail marks with black staining are common, as are knots, checks, and small patches of discolored wood from rafters or studs. Bolt holes with black staining as well as indentations from use of tools are possible. Splits, wane, and knotholes may be present. The roof side may have patches of ink stains and/or chainsaw marks every 3-6’.

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