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How To
Replace Damaged Siding
Damaged siding needs to be replaced in a timely
manner as it can expose your house to harmful elements such as the weather,
insects and even dry rot in the wall frame. First you will have to find the
siding board that matches your existing siding (this can be a chore in itself).
I'll show you the steps you'll need to take to replace the siding....
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Thinking About Siding?
Siding is a material applied to the outside of a
building to make it not only weatherproof, but paint proof, pest proof, and just
plain ugly proof too! In fact, one of the strongest selling points of siding is
its ability to reduce an exterior paint job to a simple spray of the water
hose.... read more
Home Building - Exterior
Siding
Nothing will impact the appearance of your home more
dramatically than the type of siding you choose, so it’s no surprise that
homeowners are looking to dress to impress. As you look for exterior siding,
look for a material that suits the style....
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Simple Home Improvement Idea:
Vinyl Siding
If you've been looking for an easy way to
completely transform the exterior of your home, look no further than vinyl
siding. Vinyl Siding is an excellent way to spruce up your home's exterior, and
this easy home improvement can dramatically increase the value of your home....
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Caring For Your Vinyl Siding
A low maintenance and durable material, vinyl siding
is an increasingly popular home exterior. Even though it is a low maintenance
material, you will still want to clean your vinyl siding from time to time. Just
make sure you know about the best cleaning methods before you get started.....
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Avoid Problems Painting
Aluminum and Vinyl Siding
Anyone with older aluminum siding is well
aware of the paint chalking problem. Just rub your hand along the old siding and
the chalky old paint will be all over your palm. Trying to get paint to stick to
this could be a real problem. This is due to oxidation of the paint....
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Made in the Shade: Certified
Vinyl Siding Keeps Its Color
To ensure that your vinyl
siding is made to last, make sure it’s backed by a third-party certification
program for quality, which the Vinyl Siding Institute has had in place for a
decade.... read more
New Exterior Trim Makes Great
Impression
Wood, one of the traditional trim materials, may look fine when first installed,
but it can split and swell, and is prone to knots and defects. Other materials,
like polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and fiber cement trim have performance limitations
and may pose installation challenges.... read
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"CertainTeed Professional
Guide To Siding Installation" Video Now Available On DVD
The updated "CertainTeed Professional Guide
to Siding Installation" video is now available, and for the first time is being
offered in both DVD and VHS formats. The installation video provides a
step-by-step approach to.... read more
Fiber Cement Siding
Fiber cement siding is typically more versatile than
vinyl or wood alternatives, due to its durability. Fiber cement siding is
mar-resistant, and peeling, chipping, or cracking is not as common as it is with
vinyl siding.... read more
How to Choose Siding
What should you look for when choosing siding and
how best to select the style and color for your home? Let’s examine the many
options available to ensure the most successful installation possible....
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An Introduction To Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding is the least expensive and most
versatile option compared to other sidings. Wood sidings are valued more for
their aesthetic appeal while metal sidings are more environmentally friendly
than vinyl.... read more
An Introduction To Fiber-Cement Siding
Fiber cement siding is normally manufactured into a much thicker and more
durable product than its vinyl counterparts. While this increased thickness will
add more weight to your home, it will also provide more protection....
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