Wood shingle siding installation is a breeze, but keeping courses straight is tough. If you want to shingle the side of your house, here's a good tip on how to keep each course perfectly straight.

Working time: 1 to 2 days Total time: 3 to 4 days Skill level: Intermediate Project cost: $600 to $800 (for a 16×8 foot wall) Easy to install, long-lasting and weatherproof, wood is an excellent ...

Choosing siding is, and always will be, a tough call. And no matter how many high-tech products come and go, they will forever be compared to traditional materials like masonry, stucco and solid wood.