What shingle color goes best with gray siding?

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Reviewed By: Coastal Windows & Exteriors

Last updated: September 17, 2026

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Vinyl cedar shake siding is a vinyl panel shaped to replicate the dimensional look of hand-split cedar shingles. With 7,000+ installations completed since 2011 across 730+ towns in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine, Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company that installs low-maintenance vinyl cedar shake siding. Each panel carries the staggered, textured profile of real wood shakes without the upkeep wood demands.

What New England Homeowners Need to Know

Quick definition: A vinyl panel is molded to mirror the look of hand-split cedar shingles. Each one shows the staggered, textured profile of natural wood shakes.
Authentic texture: Portsmouth Shake and Shingles by Exterior Portfolio emboss realistic cedar grain into each panel. This technique keeps vinyl cedar shake siding from looking flat or plastic.
Best uses: It works as a full exterior or as a gable, dormer, or entryway accent. Cape Cod, Craftsman, and coastal homes suit it especially well.
Built tougher: Unlike real cedar shakes, this siding will not rot, curl, or require staining. That durability saves years of repair and refinishing work.
Lasting color: Per current guidance, vinyl cedar shakes can look aged yet stay maintenance-free over time. The weathered look holds without fading.
Cost context: Vinyl siding averages about $18,000 nationally, an estimated national average. It returns roughly 97% of that investment at resale.

Choosing Vinyl Cedar Shake for Your Home

Top Recommendation: Vinyl cedar shake siding for homeowners wanting authentic cedar character with near-zero upkeep. Book a free estimate and see your actual home in 3D with new vinyl cedar shake siding for free!

Best for accents: Half-round or hand-split profiles in gables and dormers for added Victorian or Craftsman charm.

Smart for coastal homes: Full shake exteriors that deliver weathered coastal character while resisting New England weather.

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Last Updated: September 2026

Sources:

The average cost of vinyl siding in the US is $18,000. JLC 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, New England, national remodeling cost and resale value data for siding projects. (2026)
The ROI of vinyl siding is 97%. JLC 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, national return-on-investment figures for siding replacement. (2026)

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