Working time: 1 to 2 days Total time: 3 to 4 days Skill level: Intermediate Project cost: $600 to $800 (for a 16×8 foot wall) Easy to install, long-lasting and weatherproof, wood is an excellent ...

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Dear James: I have old aluminum siding trim on the sides of my house, but it looks bad. I would like to replace it with wood siding. Can I just nail wood over the old siding? What is the best method ...

This, of course, adds to the cost. The quality of the wood nowadays is not what it used to be when trees grew naturally and were harvested quite a bit older than today’s wood. For that reason, proper ...

There is a reason other types of siding such as vinyl and aluminum are often made to resemble wood. The grains in wood provide a natural, rustic look that is both desirable and welcoming. Manufactured ...

Siding is one of the first things anyone sees when they visit your home. And it's an important detail to consider when buying ...

The siding you choose for your home has to look good — that’s a given. But it also has to protect it from the elements, and ...

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 ...