Yes, the ledger should have the best mounting area you can give it.
YES Good Idea. You can remove the siding or go right up against it. I don't know your area but I suggest a 2 inch foam board be placed between the brick and wall. == It would be better in the long run to remove the old siding, since it may have damp and mold and you would not like to trap that inside your brickwork.
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Cement board siding last longer than other types of siding. It is strong and sturdy also resistant to fire, insects, rot and heat. In the beginning it may cost more but it will be a greater benefit than other types of siding.
tar paper over plywood, then 1" by 3" boards nailed horizontally every 24" up and down. Nail the siding to each board as you cross the wall. Seal all sides of the cedar before you nail it up.
Cement board siding is known to be resistant to insects, rot, and fire. It is moldable and can take on any look. Such as; wood or stucco. It also holds paint really well.
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www.timeforremodeling.com has what your looking for. They have hardi-plank siding.
Every 16 inches
I believe the Dutch Lap is the one with the beveled edge at the top of the board, which creates shadow lines. The board lays flat on the vertical. Lap siding has flat boards overlapping each other on an angle. Beaded lap has a rounded, beaded edging detail at the bottom of the board. The boards lay on a slight angle overlapping each other.
A clapping board is the horizontal siding on your house. It is mainly made of wood and is very sturdy. As long as you have the wood treated before you have it placed, then you will not have to worry about it dry rotting and the fear of termites becoming embedded in the siding.
I believe Masonite quit producing siding several years ago. They lost a class action lawsuit over it. There are several other choices available, Smart Board siding seems to be a much better product. It comes in smooth and wood grain.
It is best to remove the vinyl tile. If it is not on cement and is on wood you can install cement backer board. Be sure to put thin set under the board. If you spend the money and time to install ceramic tile and the vinyl tile comes loose all that $ is down the drain What is the best tile cement to use and this cement tile can be installed on vinyl tile and install ceramic tile on it