Siding, Shingles & Roofing

Different styles and materials for siding, shingles and roofing for old houses, including Clapboard, Dutch Lap, and novelty siding; wood, metal and tile roofing; roofing ornamentation, such as finials, weathervanes and chimney pots.

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The Original Green Roofs

Sod or turf roofs are an ancient Scandinavian vernacular form.

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The Formal Facade Improved

Double entry doors restore elegance to a Brooklyn row house.

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Historic Roof Types

In its massing, pitch, and material, a roof indicates house style.

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Best Bets for Exterior Building Materials

New old house designers and architects reveal their top picks for authentic exterior building materials.

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Horizontal Siding Guide

A survey of basic millwork patterns and their installation.

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Decorative Shingling Ideas

By getting creative with your shingling you can add flare and character to your house.

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Ornamental Roof Cresting

They still make ornamental roof cresting.

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Clapboard, Dutch Lap and Other Novelty Siding

Names of wood siding types varied over time and by region.

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New Century for a Wright Roof

The complex repair required multiple solutions.

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Stone Veneers for Old Houses

Stone veneers have become popular as a residential finish, appearing on fireplaces, chimneys, and foundations.

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The Best Roofing Materials for Old Houses

The right roof can be your home’s crowning architectural statement.

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Traditional Trades: Timber Framing

A New England timber framer revives an old Massachusetts barn.

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Traditional Trades: Historical Weathervanes

A passion for three-dimensional expression led one sculptor to become America’s premier weathervane maker.

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History of Chimney Pots

For most folks, the business end of a chimney is the hearth that throws off the warmth and the mantelpiece that grabs center stage in the room. For architects and builders, however, almost as important is the chimney top.

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Expert Advice: Adobe Buildings

How to handle adobe building maintenance.

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Clay Tile Roofs 101

Tile roofs are defining features on many old houses. A little background can help keep yours looking good as new.

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