How to Choose the Best Siding for Your House

The exterior of your home has a big job. Not only does it have to protect you and...

Selecting a Cedar Shingle

Selecting the right shingle to re-side a once magnificent Shingle-style house is every bit as important a decision...

All About Exterior Stain

iStock Spring is the perfect time to refresh and protect outdoor woodwork from winter’s damage and applying exterior...

Photoshop Redo: Layering a Ranch With Cottage Charm

A Flat Ranch “We’ve always talked about doing something to make the house look less like a straight...

Patching Wood Siding

Photo by Mark Atkinson, Otto Design Whether it’s cracked, rotted, or the victim of a woodpecker’s beak, a...

How To Hang Clapboard Siding

Project details Skill 3 out of 5ModerateClapboards are lightweight and easy to cut, but the repetitive nature of...

How To Remove Mildew From Siding

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Energy-Efficient Siding: How to Choose Materials for Reducing Heating and Cooling Costs

The exterior envelope of your home plays a crucial role in determining energy consumption and utility costs. Among...

How To Repair Board-and-Batten Siding: A Comprehensive Guide

Board-and-batten siding is a popular choice for homeowners seeking a rustic, charming exterior. However, this type of siding—like...

Photoshop Redo: Rebalancing a Boxy Split-Level

Unbalanced Front Out the back of his 1977 split-level in Manhattan, KS, homeowner Aaron Harries has a magnificent...

All About Cedar Shingles

Cedar shingles are an iconic part of coastal architecture, adding charm and character to shoreline homes. This siding...

Repairing Vinyl Siding

Unlike wood clapboards, vinyl siding is so thin and flexible that each piece has to lock onto the...

How To Replace Rot-Damaged Trim

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Enhance Your House With Fiber-Cement Siding

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How To Repair Water-Damaged Siding

Water-damaged siding is a significant concern, causing homeowners to understandably fear extensive and costly repairs. However, in many...

A Newfangled Shingle

As Yankees, we have a fondness for the tried and true — tried meaning “traditional,” and true meaning...

Surprising Benefits of Steel Siding

Courtesy Quality Edge With its impressive longevity, versatile design options, and eco-friendly attributes, steel siding is becoming an...

How to Patch Wood Siding

Project details Skill 3 out of 5ModerateRemoving and replacing siding without damaging adjacent boards requires meticulousness Cost $20...

Why Is My Paint Peeling?

This Old House painter John Dee calls his neighbors Robert and Andrea Bowler “the epitome of diligent homeowners.”...

Roofing and Siding Installation

There’s more to choosing your home’s roofing and siding than appearance. These features are also your home’s first...

Siding Trends and Solutions

Protect and beautify your home with the latest siding trends, materials, and installation techniques. From vinyl to fiber cement, explore options that enhance curb appeal and weather resistance. Learn how to maintain your siding and choose designs that reflect your personal style while ensuring durability.