Learn how to repair wood siding yourself with a complete material list and step by step instruction.
How to put wood siding back on house.
See how to remove the damaged siding with little damage to existing siding.
Step 1 before the siding is installed.
Prior to installing wood siding on your home it is important to consider whether you want to handle the job on your own or hire a professional wood siding contractor.
Take a layer of plywood sheathing covered with felt building paper and install it onto the exterior surface of a your house s wood frame.
The felt paper acts as a water and air barrier but allows water vapor to pass through so as not to accumulate in the wall assembly.
Remember to add new tar paper for extra weather proofing.
When you decide to install wood siding on your home you can not only improve the look of your home s exterior but also protect it from the elements.
Finally attach the new siding with sliding nails that do not rust and fill seams with outdoor caulk.
Then measure for proper fit of the new siding.