What wood do you recommend for bending a facia 1x that needs to be painted? How far apart and how deep should the kerfs be? I only have about a 12 foot piece to replace with a minimal bend. I am thinking I will be able to avoid the steaming process.
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Use Azek, no kerfing needed.
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