I finished siding the entry-way bump out today. We are using finish grade maple plywood treated with a weather resistant oil. The horizontal joints have an exposed metal flashing strip that is the same color as the roof (see detail photo below). Exposed screws are used to attached the panels. This type of siding will continue around the south side of the house and stop at the screened in porch. The rest of the house will be ship lap pine boards.
