Any flat material fastened to the side of a house between the studs and siding to provide a surface to attach siding to.

Strips of wood placed over joints in wood siding to seal the joints.

This architectural term refers to a narrow, half round molding.

The section of vinyl siding that projects from the wall. As a rule of thumb, a larger butt edge creates a more pronounced shadow line and a stiffer panel.

Molding of various widths used to trim door and window openings at the jambs. Also referred to as: lineal, box post, window and door surround.

This architectural term refers to a thin, narrow board with one edge thicker than the other and is used as siding.

This architectural term refers to a flat, horizontal band. In the vinyl business it refers to the wide trim that runs along the roof line.

The width of each board of siding. Also referred to as a reveal.

A flat, horizontal band. In the vinyl business it refers to the wide trim that runs along the roof line.

The horizontal member connecting the top of the siding with the soffit.