Exterior Building Products Blog

Three Reasons Why Owning a Brake System Will Save You Time and Money

Posted on Fri, Aug 30, 2013

If you are in the business of installing exterior siding, trims, roofing, fascia, and flashing you probably already know how important a brake system can be to efficiently completing an install job. However, the main reason why siding applicators and contractors do not already have their own brake is the seemingly large cost to purchase one.

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Topics: Vinyl Siding Tools, Installation Tips, Exterior Building Products, Allied Products, Siding Brakes, Brake System

4 Important Safety Tips When Installing Exterior Building Products

Posted on Thu, Aug 15, 2013
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Topics: Vinyl Siding Tips, Installation Tips, Exterior Building Products, Exterior Building Project Safety

Increase the Curb Appeal of Your Home with Vinyl Columns

Posted on Fri, Aug 09, 2013

Vinyl columns are an inexpensive and easy way to improve the curb appeal of your home, either as an accent piece or as a decorative architectural enhancement. Vinyl porch columns, pillars and posts come in a variety of styles and colors that can fit any home from modern to Victorian.

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Topics: Installation Tips, vinyl columns, Exterior Building Products, Allied Products

What Tools Do You Need to Install Vinyl Siding?

Posted on Thu, Aug 01, 2013

Before you start any job, one of the first things you’ll need are the right tools. Knowing the right ones to use can be hard, especially with something as unique as vinyl siding but having the proper tools will save you time and effort and the finished product of your home will look that much better.

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Topics: Vinyl Siding Tools, Vinyl Siding, Vinyl Siding Tips, Installation Tips, Exterior Building Products

6 Tips You Need to Know for Installing Decorative House Shutters

Posted on Thu, Jun 20, 2013

Installing new vinyl window shutters is a great way to add some quick and cost-effective curb appeal. Whether you are building, completing an exterior renovation or simply looking to swap out tired old exterior shutters with new ones, this decorative accent piece can dramatically change the look and appearance of your home.

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Topics: Custom Window Shutters, Installation Tips, Vinyl, Exterior Building Products, Doors and Windows

5 Key Points for Installing Board and Batten Vertical Vinyl Siding

Posted on Thu, May 30, 2013

When most people think about vinyl siding, they envision it installed on a home in a horizontal design. However, another option to consider when looking to create some eye catching curb appeal is vertical vinyl siding or ‘board and batten’ siding.

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Topics: Vinyl Siding, Vinyl Siding Tips, Installation Tips

5 Helpful Tips for Installing Dry Stack Stone Veneer Panels

Posted on Thu, May 09, 2013

With faux stone veneer, you get the look of real stone without having to deal with the extensive and expensive process of installing traditional masonry.

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Topics: Stone Veneer, Installation Tips, Allied Products

How Do I Install Replica Stone Veneer Panels?

Posted on Thu, May 02, 2013
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Topics: Stone Veneer, Installation Tips, Allied Products

How Do I Calculate How Much Vinyl Siding I Need?

Posted on Thu, Mar 14, 2013
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Topics: Vinyl Siding, Installation Tips

How Can I Tell If My Vinyl Siding Has Been Installed Correctly?

Posted on Thu, Mar 07, 2013

The key to successful vinyl siding installation is in the planning.  Proper installation is the best way to ensure your vinyl siding looks great and will stay that way for a lifetime. The method of applying vinyl siding and soffit is essentially the same for new construction and renovation projects.  In all installations, care should be taken to properly prepare your home’s exterior structure and it is always recommended that installers review local building codes before starting a project of this nature.

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Topics: Vinyl Siding, Installation Tips, Exterior Building Products