Photoshop Redo: Reinventing a Split-Level

Manufactured Bland Split-Levels gained ground in the 1950s due in part to a modern floor plan that offered...

How To Remove Mildew From Siding

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How To Install Shutters on a Brick House

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Choosing Sides

When you think about it, it’s rather odd to cover a building with an organic substance whose nature...

How To Choose the Best Siding for a House

Photo by Claudia Jepsen Your home’s exterior not only protects you from the elements but adds to your...

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...

How to Patch Wood Siding

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

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...

Repairing Vinyl Siding

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

All About Exterior Paint

Exterior paint is more than cosmetic. It’s a crucial protective barrier against the elements, shielding your property from...

How To Build a Low-Maintenance Home

William Geddes Homeowners have a lot to keep on top of, which is why low-maintenance homes have become...

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...

Why Is My Paint Peeling?

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

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 Repair Water-Damaged Siding

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

All About Exterior Stain

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

How To Replace Rot-Damaged Trim

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A Newfangled Shingle

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

Vinyl Siding: A Comprehensive Guide

iStock Vinyl siding is one of the most popular choices for homes in the United States. It’s low...

All About Cedar Shingles

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

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