When made of carefully selected seasoned wood and installed properly, clapboard siding can be maintained in excellent condition for as long as a house stands. Still, cracks, warping and decay can ...

When installing clapboard siding, it's important to overlap all joints. Here's a way to get started that will ensure staggered joints every time. Create a pyramid effect by cutting different lengths ...

When applying clapboards as exterior siding to your home, it's a good idea to prime both sides of the clapboards before installation. By treating the backside of the clapboards, the cut ends, and the ...

Q: A ladder fell on my clapboard house, making big scratches, and in some places the gashes are 1/4-inch deep. The clapboards are painted with a solid-color latex stain. Can I paint over them? Will ...

• Installation costs can be more expensive than traditional clapboard siding. • The visual impact of board and batten siding doesn’t lend itself to all home sizes, especially smaller homes.