-Fascia: I ended up using 1x6's and painted them before they went up. I decided to use a semi-gloss sheen and have actually been really happy with it. My dad brought it to my attention though that where two pieces of fascia end, or butt up against each other, you should do a 45º cut so when the boards shrink it won't just leave a gap, but more wood and just an area you'll have to slap some paint over. Below is a picture to show what I'm trying to say.