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Working With Fiber-Cement Siding

By John La Torre, Jr.

Impervious to bugs and water, fiber-cement lap siding requires some special tools and techniques to be installed properly. John La Torre, Jr., a carpenter in California, details the installation of fiber-cement lap siding, an alternative to traditional wood siding that is handled somewhat differently. He covers layout, cutting, nailing, and sealing, with sources of supply.
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