Q Some of the boards on the siding of my house are coming loose, and the wood is chipped. What is the best way to repair these, or do I have to replace them? A Whether to repair or replace a given ...

Old siding isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It can give a home character, especially if it’s vintage material like natural cedar. There comes a point, however, when you cross the line between “worn” and ...

When you pull into the driveway, does the sight of your home make you smile? If not, it might be time to think about replacing the siding. Sure, all quality siding provide insulation and exterior ...

Dear James: We live by a pond, and the weather stays humid. I plan to replace some wood siding myself and don’t want nail rust stains. How should I do it this time? — Daryl C. Dear Daryl: Rust stains ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q: My house has the original vertical wood siding, and I'd like to replace it with stucco. I want to educate myself before I get bids from contractors so I understand at least some of the jargon and ...

Q. I have a 124-year-old house with clapboard siding, and the paint is starting to peel. One contractor says I should strip and paint when the time comes. He also said I shouldn’t replace the siding ...

Q: We have a very old home with wood siding. After years of scraping, sanding and painting, the siding has several uneven spots. Is there a technique and/or product we can apply to even out these ...

BarkClad says its engineered SmartBark siding is an alternative to traditional poplar siding, which strips a tree of its protective cover. The 16-by-18-inch shakes are made of a polymer blend. The ...

Carlson Siding & Construction, a trusted name in home exterior improvement for over three decades, has announced the expansion and enhancement of its siding replacement and installation services ...