How To Install J Channel Siding

Starting with the soffit nail lengths of j channel against the inner edge of the fascia board.

How to install j channel siding.

Step 1 attach the j trim along the line that will form the upper edge of the metal siding. Nail j channel along the bottom of the wall you re working on. Divide the length of each wall by 8 inches the width of a piece of siding. Install the j channel vinyl siding around all four sides of a window or three sides of a door.

Install the trim by nail the longer side of the j to the framing lumber with the washer head metal siding nails. Don t drive them tight. J channel is an accessory to the siding that s used to receive and hide the ends of the panels so the final product has a smooth and finished appearance. Cut and install bottom j flush with the sides of the window casing.

Install j channel under the window. Drive roofing nails every 8 to 10 in. The metal siding will slide into the j trim so install the channel with the opening of the j facing the direction of the siding. Cut and position an undersill trim if necessary see when to use undersill trim.

Cut a tab in the bottom of the side j channels and fold under. If you have to cut the last row of siding you ll. This channel conceals the cut edges of the soffit lengths as they meet the fascia. The vinyl siding trim pieces should slide back and forth slightly.

Use corrosion resistant galvanized stainless steel or aluminum roofing type nails with a head diameter of. How to install vinyl siding with a j channel prepare. But if the result is not a whole number you will need to cut the final piece of siding lengthwise in order to fill in. Use the nail slots on the j channel to secure it to the wall just like you did with the corner posts.

Position the j channel under the window. Install side j channels flush with the lower face of the bottom j channel and with the top of the window casing.