Is one type of siding, wood or vinyl, a better value? How do you know if it's right for your home? Siding is important ...

From rustic to ultra-modern, the siding of a house creates a certain ‘look ... but the five that are most commonly used are wood, metal, vinyl (which you can paint), stucco, and fiber cement.

Having previously experienced the allure of wood cladding in their Aspen home, the Martinos chose to go with the same aesthetic for their lake house ... high-tech exterior siding systems.

In general, fiber cement siding is more durable, eco-friendly, fire-resistant, and long lasting, while exterior vinyl siding ...