Installing Skirtboard Siding

We ll also review the proper tools needed and.

Installing skirtboard siding.

No starter strips needed. Colorview makes selecting and coordinating siding roofing and trim easier and more fun. Unlike other skirt boards the azek universal skirt board works well with fiber cement vinyl or wood siding. Skirtboard treated lumber or.

Corner boards are very susceptible the moisture from the ground so seal the end grain with at least two coats of primer. Then when it comes to installing the siding i make sure to leave at least 3 8 in. To do this you simply. After my dad finished installing the housewrap flashings and trim work it was ready for siding.

As long as the corner boards are installed plumb the skirtboards that fit between them should fit squarely without any gaps. First of all you need to measure the amount of skirting board you need. I butt each corner board tight to the underside of the sill and fasten it with ring shank nails. Gap between the flashing and bottom of the siding so water won t wick.

While the universal skirt board works with many products we recommend ensuring compatibility before purchase. Once the skirt board is level use a nail gun or hammer to install three vertical nails every 18 24. As with any job you need a good starting point. Xxsee the recommendations on page 20 before installing allura fiber cement siding over structural insulated.

Here the slope away from the wall is preserved and the siding is kept up off the top of the flashing by at least 3 8 in. Xxinstall lap siding and vertical siding to structural framing when using non structural sheathing builder board foam type sheathings and gypsum board. I started by cutting the housewrap along the top edge of the skirtboard being careful not to cut through the flashing tape behind it. A well designed cap flashing has to be installed properly.

Now you can install the drip edge. My younger brother corey held up one edge of the housewrap which made it easier to cut. You can use a piece of metal flashing for this. Start with a straight cut.

Place the skirt board at the bottom of where the siding will end and make sure it s level before moving onto the next steps. Pvc stealth cornerboards and skirtboards can be easily installed following these simple steps put together by versatex trimboard. It is best to start where the. This video shows you how to install lp smartside trim siding products with easy step by step instructions.