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How to Set Vinyl-Siding Starter Strips
After installing your vinyl soffits, fascia, and corner boards, the starter strips are the first step in covering walls with siding panels.
Install the Starter Strips and the Trim for Vinyl Siding
These trim details are designed to hide or interlock with the ends and edges of vinyl siding; get them right and the next steps will go smoothly.
Tips for Laying Out and Installing Vinyl Siding
Learn how to install the outside corners, nail the J-channel, set the starter strips, and install the siding panels.
Tools for Vinyl Siding
Legendary builder Larry Haun outlines the tools you'll need for cutting and installing vinyl siding.
How to Install Clapboard Siding
Carpenter Andy Engel explains how to calculate board exposure, use a story pole for layout, and securely fasten clapboard siding.
How to Install Fiber-Cement Siding
Follow these guidelines for laying out, cutting, and nailing fiber-cement siding for an efficient, good-looking job.
Installing Cedar Shingles
Cedar shingles are the most labor-intensive siding choice; builder Andy Engel shares his tips and techniques for a trouble-free installation.
Installing J-Channel for Vinyl Siding around Windows
Follow these guidelines for cutting and installing J-channel around windows before fitting the vinyl siding panels.
How to Install Wood Corner Boards
Learn tips for fitting and fastening this detail commonly found on traditional homes with clapboard or shingle siding.
Aluminum Fascia Fabrication and Installation
Get tips for using a sheet metal brake to fabricate and fit new fascia out of aluminum coil stock before installing vinyl siding.

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