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3 Vinyl Siding Styles You Should Know About

If you have decided to invest in vinyl siding, the next step is to choose a vinyl siding style or cladding combination to complement your home. Each vinyl siding style has a unique design feature, including texture, thickness, height and board width. These three popular vinyl siding styles can be used independently or together for a custom look: […]

Alside Predicts 2024 Siding Color of the Year

Alside’s color specialists have commissioned a national survey and unveiled a growing preference for light-colored siding in the coming year. For the second year in a row, The Harris Poll® conducted a national survey on behalf of Alside, revealing that off-white/cream has once again secured the top spot as the preferred siding color. Forty percent […]

Alside Consumer Insights: Purchasing Windows

Alside recently conducted a national survey in collaboration with The Harris Poll® to gain valuable insights into the consumer window purchasing experience. Let’s delve into four key consumer insights from more than 1,300 American homeowners. 1. Enhancing Energy Efficiency When it comes to window replacement, homeowners prioritize enhancing energy efficiency. Thirty-six percent of respondents selected energy efficiency as their primary motivation. Alside […]

The Difference Between Shake, Scallop and Shingle Siding

Bring your home exterior design ideas to life with the charming effect of shake, scallop and shingle siding. These Architectural Classics can add artistic detail, texture and dimension as a whole-home exterior or decorative accent. Learn the difference among these three distinct specialty siding options to help achieve a custom look. 1. Shake Siding Enjoy the realistic, […]

Cost Vs. Value: Top 5 Remodeling Projects

When it comes to home remodeling, homeowners often want to know if it is worth the investment. The annual Cost Vs. Value Report reveals the home remodeling projects that best maintain their value, even in times of increased inflation and mortgage rates. These home improvements can enhance your living space while providing a high return on investment (ROI) and boosting […]

4 Reasons to Invest in Energy-Efficient Windows

When it comes to creating a comfortable and cost-effective living space, don’t overlook your windows! These unsung heroes are vital to home energy efficiency, impacting household expenses and your home’s value. In this blog, we’ll explore four compelling reasons homeowners should invest in energy-efficient windows. 1. Lowering Energy Bills By opting for ENERGY STAR® certified windows, households can […]

4 Common Vinyl Siding Myths Debunked

Vinyl siding has grown in popularity over the years as a low-maintenance, durable, affordable and sustainable building material. We’re here to debunk some common myths to show that vinyl siding is worth the hype: 1. Myth: Vinyl Siding Reduces the Value of Your Home As awareness builds around the benefits of vinyl siding, this type of cladding can increase the […]

Home Remodeling Projects with the Best Return

When it comes to home remodeling projects, it’s essential to invest wisely to enhance your living space and recoup a significant portion. If you want the best return on investment (ROI), consider focusing on two key areas: upgrade your home exterior with vinyl siding (94.7% cost recouped) and a vinyl window replacement (68.5% cost recouped). In this article, we dive deeper into […]