Siding Videos
These This Old House videos showcase all of our siding projects, how-tos, and designs.
Exterior Color Selection
It’s time to choose paint colors, and there’s a lot to consider. Kevin O’Connor meets up with Glen Ridge, NJ homeowners, Asha and Sunita who share what colors they’re considering, and the factors that are guiding their decisions.
How Asbestos Is Abated
At the Glen Ridge, NJ house, the existing asbestos siding is being removed, and asbestos remediator Edwin Precilla discusses how he keeps the site and his workers safe during the process with Kevin O’Connor.
How to Harden Your Home Against Wildfire
General contractor Tom Silva meets with a homeowner and improves her home’s fire resistance with the help of a fire-hardening contractor.
How to Clean Vinyl Siding
This Old House painter Mauro Henrique covers the basics of using a power washer to clean exterior vinyl siding.
How To Build a Sidewall Flare Pattern
Learn the best practices for building and installing a sidewall flare that provides long-lasting performance and appeal.
All About White Cedar Shingles
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains the architecture, installation, and maintenance of white cedar shingles.
How to Install Smartside Siding Part 1 | Pro2Pro
Recorded live from the jobsite of our 2019 Idea House in New Canaan, Connecticut, This Old House host Kevin O’Connor meets up with lead carpenter Gordon Jacobsen of Karp Associates to install a building material called Smartside Siding
How To Install and Maintain a Standing Seam Copper Roof
Installing a standing seam copper roof is a difficult, precise process, but experienced do-it-yourself enthusiasts can handle its challenges. Read our step-by-step installation guide below, which also includes maintenance tips.
How to Install Wood Shingles | This Old House
Tom Silva shows the apprentices how to properly install wood shingles
How To Replace Damaged Vinyl Siding
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner repair sections of his vinyl siding that have holes
A Step by Step Guide to Repairing Melted Vinyl Siding
Need to fix melted vinyl siding? Our guide explains how to repair it and offers ways to protect your home from further heat damage.
How to Install Fiber-Cement Siding
Installing time-saving shingles with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva
How to Prepare Aluminum Siding for Paint
Painter Jim Clark shows how to ready old, faded aluminum siding for a fresh coat of paint
How To Install Window Casing for Vinyl Siding
Learn how to replace dull, outdated window jump casing with molded vinyl trim to restore curb appeal without disrupting vinyl siding.
How to Install Exterior Trim Around a Stone Chimney
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to custom-fit PVC trim to a stone surface
How To Cut and Install Fiber-Cement Siding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his secrets for working with fiber-cement siding.
How to Prepare to Perfectly Paint the Exterior of a Home
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor and painting contractor Rich O'Neil show how to properly prepare a house's exterior for a new paint job.
How To Fix Leaky Siding
Check out our guide on fixing leaky siding and learn how to protect your home from costly water and structural damage.
How To Repair Clapboards
Read our guide on how to repair clapboard siding, including tips on fixing loose boards and replacing damaged sections.
Everything You Need to Know to Repair Shingle Siding
Our guide teaches you how to repair damaged shingle siding and offers advice on assessing damage and maintaining your siding.
How To Remove Ivy From a House
In this how-to video and guide, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to safely remove ivy from your home.
How To Repair Vinyl Siding
In this guide, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva provides step-by-step instructions on how to repair vinyl siding in your home.
Everything You Need to Know to Paint Aluminum Siding
This Old House painting contractor Jim Clark shares tips to help you clean and prepare your aluminum siding for a fresh coat of paint.