Nails For Siding Starter Strip

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Nails for siding starter strip.

This should be nailed every 6 inches with it s lower edge running along the chalk line. Gap at the end and nail at each stud with a single 8d galvanized box nail held 1 in. Then cut and nail the first course of siding along the layout line. Partly drive a nail 11 2 in.

Find the lowest corner of the old siding or sheathing on the house. Locate the lowest possible corner that has sheathing. Most manufacturers produce a starter strip that secures the bottom course of siding to the sheathing and holds it at the proper angle. As shown in the diagram a wooden spacer can be used to provide the proper angle for the first strip.

8d hot galvanized spiral siding nails 1 lb pack are hot galvanized for durability and are ideal for fastening your siding project. Insulation for vinyl siding 1. Down from the top edge. To fasten the siding use galvanized nails sized to penetrate at least 11 2 into the studs.

Measure a spot that is 1 1 2 inches above the bottom edge of the sheathing at this lowest point using a tape. Installing inside corner. Whether the substrate is plywood sheathing or foam insulation most manufacturers require the siding to be fastened into the studs. These nails feature a spiral design.

Treated starter strip along the bottom of the wall. How to install a vinyl siding starter strip step 1.