Yes, they are the same thing. If your father in interchanging the two terms then they are the same kind of siding. Clapboard is a kind of wood sliding.
No they can not be used interchangeably
Hardi Plank is usually used as a siding for houses and trailers. It is a moderately prices product, more expensive than siding but cheaper than clapboard. It can be cut and painted just like regular wood.
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There is no difference, the terms are used interchangeably.
Bipedal and upright are two terms that can be used interchangeably to describe the way humans walk on two legs in an erect position.
No, the terms may be used interchangeably.
Prior to the late 1800s, the terms bookkeeping and accounting were often used interchangeably because the recording/posting process was central to both activities
The word clapboard originated in the 17th century in the area of New England. A clapboard is a narrow type of board used on the outside of some buildings.
Very similar terms that in common parlance be used interchangeably.
The homonym for "there has" is "there's," which is a contraction of "there is" or "there has." These terms are often used interchangeably in informal speech and writing.
Vertical siding runs up and down, while horizontal siding runs side to side. Vertical siding can make a building look taller, while horizontal siding can make it look wider. In terms of durability, vertical siding may be less prone to water damage, while horizontal siding may be easier to install. Maintenance requirements can vary based on the material used for siding, but generally, vertical siding may require less maintenance than horizontal siding.