Siding Installation

Read through step-by-step tutorials to help you prepare for any installation pertaining to your siding.

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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.
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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.
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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
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How To Install and Maintain a Standing Seam Copper Roof

Installing a standing seam copper roof is a difficult, precise process, but experienced do-it-yourself enthusiasts can handle its challenges. Read our step-by-step installation guide below, which also includes maintenance tips.
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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.
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How To Install Window Casing for Vinyl Siding

Learn how to replace dull, outdated window jump casing with molded vinyl trim to restore curb appeal without disrupting vinyl siding.
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Fiber-Cement Siding: Everything You Need to Know

We investigate fiber cement siding’s cost, installation process, longevity, and composition.
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How To Hang Clapboard Siding

Follow Tom Silva's step-by-step method for hanging clapboard to keep it level and watertight, and use our tips to keep it looking great.
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Choosing Sides

A new generation of fiber-cement shingles and siding is changing our idea of home.