Enjoy the Beauty and Durability of Cedar Look Siding Are you dreaming of the rustic charm and timeless appeal of a log cabin or the classic elegance of cedar planks? Come to Southside, and talk to us about Timbermill® Simulated Cedar Siding. It combines the authentic look of real wood with the durability and low-maintenance benefits of modern materials. With Timbermill®, you … [Read more...]
Our Sheetrock Department Rocks!
One of the most critical steps in any home renovation project is installing sheetrock - also known as drywall. Southside Building Center has everything you need to complete this step in the process. We carry a wide variety of sheetrocking supplies, including drywall sheets, joint compound, tape, sanders, screws, and more. Sheets of Drywall. One of the most important … [Read more...]
Baby Boom? Baby Room!
The 2020 affected people in many ways. Studies of birth rates in the United States found that the pregnancy rate fell at the beginning of the pandemic. As the pandemic waned, however, the baby bust turned into a baby boom! That's what happened in one Winston Salem family who are expecting their second baby. They decided to turn a spare bedroom into a beautiful nursery for … [Read more...]
Jam Session About Door Jambs
It's not hard to imagine what a door frame is. It's the frame that supports a door. It has the threshold or sill at the bottom, and the header at the top. On either side are door jambs. The door jamb on the same side as the doorknob and borehole is called the strike jamb, because it's the part that the door 'strikes'. The other side, where the hinges go, is called the hinge … [Read more...]
Insulation for Your Home
If this frigid winter has made you realize how hard your home is to heat, you're not alone. A home that isn't well insulated can leave your home drafty, your feet cold, and your power bills high. It could be that your home wasn't insulated properly to start with. Your insulation may also have failed over time. How do you know if your home needs better insulation? Here are some … [Read more...]