Siding How To & DIY
Improve the value of your home by discovering our siding step-by-step tips & ideas.
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How To Build a Sidewall Flare Pattern
Learn the best practices for building and installing a sidewall flare that provides long-lasting performance and appeal.
How to Choose the Best Siding for Your House
7 options to consider when deciding what material to use for the exterior of your home.
How to Install LP SmartSide Trim & Siding Part 2 | Pro2Pro
Recorded live from the jobsite of our 2019 Idea House in New Canaan, Connecticut, This Old House host Kevin O’Connor meets up with lead carpenter Gordon Jacobsen of Karp Associates to install a building material called LP SmartSide Trim & Siding.
How to Install Smartside Siding Part 1 | Pro2Pro
Recorded live from the jobsite of our 2019 Idea House in New Canaan, Connecticut, This Old House host Kevin O’Connor meets up with lead carpenter Gordon Jacobsen of Karp Associates to install a building material called Smartside Siding
How to Install a Standing Seam Copper Roof
Jason Senior of J&R Senior Sheetmetal Inc. illustrates how he installs copper panels on a cupola roof
How to Install Wood Shingles | This Old House
Tom Silva shows the apprentices how to properly install wood shingles
How To Replace Damaged Vinyl Siding
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair sections of his vinyl siding that have holes
How to Remove Mildew From Siding
Cleaning mildew off of your house the right way is safer and more effective than using bleach
How to Repair Melted Vinyl Siding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner solve the mystery of her melted vinyl siding
How to Repair Board-and-Batten Siding
Three durable water-table trim options to guard against rot
How To Install Shutters on a Brick House
Want to boost your curb appeal? Follow this step-by-step guide to install a fresh set of shutters on your brick house.
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.
How to Install Fiber-Cement Siding
Installing time-saving shingles with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Prepare Aluminum Siding for Paint
Painter Jim Clark shows how to ready old, faded aluminum siding for a fresh coat of paint
How to Install Window Casing for Vinyl Siding
Adding window trim with This Old House host Kevin O'Connor
How to Install Exterior Trim Around a Stone Chimney
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to custom-fit PVC trim to a stone surface
How to Cut and Install Fiber-Cement Siding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his secrets for working with fiber-cement siding
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
Fiber-Cement Siding: Everything You Need to Know
We investigate fiber cement siding’s cost, installation process, longevity, and composition.
How to Prep for Exterior Painting
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and painting contractor Rich O'Neil show how to properly prepare a house for paint.
How to Fix Leaky Siding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to prevent water from leaking in behind vinyl siding
How to Patch Wood Siding
TOH general contractor shows how to handle fragile clapboards to make a seamless exterior repair
All About Exterior Stain
This Old House decodes the differences between the various types of stain so that you can get the look you want.
How to Use Two-Part Epoxy to Fill Rotted Trim
Two-part epoxy is a smart, easy-to-use option when rot affects your exterior trim. Learn how to apply it from the This Old House experts.
How to Give a New House a Vintage Look
If you're looking to give your modern home a vintage, historical aesthetic, we have you covered with these helpful tips and tricks.
How to Replace Rot-Damaged Trim
In this guide, we provide a step-by-step guide for DIYers on how to replace rot-damaged exterior trim on your home.
How To Repair Clapboards
Read our guide on how to repair clapboard siding, including tips on fixing loose boards and replacing damaged sections.
How to Repair Shingle Siding
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his secrets of installing cedar shingles
How to Remove Ivy from a House
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook fights back an ivy invasion
How To Repair Vinyl Siding
In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva provides step-by-step instructions on how to repair vinyl siding in your home.
Everything You Need to Know to Paint Aluminum Siding
This Old House painting contractor Jim Clark shares tips to help you clean and prepare your aluminum siding for a fresh coat of paint.
How To Repair Stucco
In this guide, we walk you through how to patch cracked or damaged stucco to prevent further damage and restore a smooth finish.