Siding Planning
Prepare for your next siding project by discovering our planning ideas & tips.
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Comparing Siding Materials
Choosing the right siding material depends on a few things. If you want affordability and quick installation, vinyl is the best option. If you want perfect lines and a traditional look, wood is best, but it’s very expensive and requires frequent maintenance. If you want a material that falls between the two in cost, adjustability, and maintenance, choose fiber cement.
Bleaching Oil for Aged Cedar Shingles
Speed up the graying process with this TOH TV-crew favorite
Enhance Your House With Fiber-Cement Siding
Fiber-cement siding is a sturdy, innovative way to upgrade your home's exterior. Learn more about it and get some design ideas from our experts.
All About Exterior Paint
Expert advice on choosing the best formulations for your siding type, selecting the most eye-catching colors, and getting long-lasting results
All About Exterior Stain for Decks and Outdoor Woodwork
This Old House decodes the differences between various types of stain so that you can get the look you want. Learn more here.
Fire-Resistant Roofing and Siding That Keeps Buildings Secure
Explore fire-resistant roofing and siding materials that boost safety and curb appeal, including both man-made and natural options.
A Comprehensive Guide to Roofing and Siding Installation
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how he installs roofing and siding in this educational, step-by-step guide.
Benefits of Vinyl Siding: Costs and Options
Vinyl siding is a popular option amongst homeowners, and it's easy to see why. Learn about costs, styles, and more here.
Selecting a Cedar Shingle
Red or white? Re-shingling their house in Manchester, the McCues have ended up with the best of both colors.
Why Is My Paint Peeling?
Bad paint jobs can happen to good people with old houses — even when they listen faithfully to everything the paint salesman tells them. The reason is a surprising revelation about the compatibility of oil and latex paints.
