As one of the most pivotal architectural elements of a home, exterior siding can dramatically influence curb appeal and, ...

The use of tongue-and-groove boards for exterior siding might come from the misguided idea that tighter-fitting siding keeps ...

My HardiePlank siding has extreme discoloration. It looks like it was touched up with a different shade, despite purchasing the color prebaked in from the factory. Warranty department attributed ...

Stone veneer siding provides a durable exterior with a lifespan that typically lasts between 20 to 75 years but also has the common drawback of moisture issues. Find out if it’s time for you to ...

7. Use the magnifier to measure the width (W) of ten grooves whose edges have been marked by the tool. This may be done by lining up the long vertical zero line on the magnifier scale along the left ...

Bob helps contractor Bob Ryley install 4x10 douglas fir floor joists, and also put in 2 x 6 spruce tongue-and-groove decking on the second floor.

If your home doesn’t have boards or other sheathing, you must install them before adding the siding. Install plywood or OSB across the entire exterior cavity, and nail it in place against the ...

Exterior paints have improved significantly in the last decade, going from cracking and fading in as little as five years to remaining aesthetically intact for more than a decade. Still ...

Oil grooves are used to lubricate the inside of a bearing, and can come in many forms — from a single hole that takes a few drops of oil, to helical patterns that distribute it over the entire ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Valspar DuraMax Exterior (Lowe's) is part of the Paints test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Exterior paints models ...

Get ready for a finger clicking, foot-stomping, global groove! Visit the world's biggest street party, Rio de Janeiro's carnival - place the performers on a float to perform and help the Grimbots ...