Don Vandervort, Head Homeboy, has written more than 30 DIY home improvement books, been a segment host on HGTV, served as MSN.com's home improvement expert and written countless magazine articles.
Advantages & Drawbacks of Board Siding Solid wood siding is readily available through most lumber dealers, lends itself to cutting and installation with basic carpentry tools and skills, and has a natural beauty that the manufacturers of nearly all other types of siding wish to achieve...
Board-and-Batten Siding One of the earliest and most basic styles of wood house siding is board-and-batten, a type you’re likely to see on today’s ranch and country-style homes...
Wood Shingle & Shake Siding Wood shingles and shakes, typically made of decay-resistant cedar, are prized for their rustic beauty and ability to adapt to intricate architectural styles...
Wood Siding Wood siding can last 30 years or more if it is well maintained...
Wood Siding Species & Grades If you have decided to buy natural wood siding for your home, you will have to choose the species and grade for the material...