What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
clapboard
Example
The old farmhouse had charming clapboard siding. [clapboard: noun]
Example
They decided to renovate their home and replace the vinyl siding with clapboard. [clapboard: noun]
weatherboarding
Example
The coastal cottages were built with weatherboarding to withstand the strong winds and saltwater. [weatherboarding: noun]
Example
They painted the weatherboarding of their house to give it a fresh and clean look. [weatherboarding: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Clapboard is more commonly used in North America, while weatherboarding is more commonly used in the United Kingdom and Australia.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between clapboard and weatherboarding?
Both clapboard and weatherboarding are generally considered formal terms when discussing construction or renovation projects.
