Installing Skirtboard Siding

As with any job you need a good starting point.

Installing skirtboard siding.

Installation is quick and easy. Gap between the flashing and bottom of the siding so water won t wick. Xxsee the recommendations on page 20 before installing allura fiber cement siding over structural insulated. 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.

Start with a straight cut. A well designed cap flashing has to be installed properly. My younger brother corey held up one edge of the housewrap which made it easier to cut. After my dad finished installing the housewrap flashings and trim work it was ready for siding.

This video shows you how to install lp smartside trim siding products with easy step by step instructions. Then when it comes to installing the siding i make sure to leave at least 3 8 in. 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. I butt each corner board tight to the underside of the sill and fasten it with ring shank nails.

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. You can use a piece of metal flashing for this.

To do this you simply. First of all you need to measure the amount of skirting board you need. How to install new skirting board guide step 1. Xxinstall lap siding and vertical siding to structural framing when using non structural sheathing builder board foam type sheathings and gypsum board.

Pvc stealth cornerboards and skirtboards can be easily installed following these simple steps put together by versatex trimboard. As long as the corner boards are installed plumb the skirtboards that fit between them should fit squarely without any gaps. Corner boards are very susceptible the moisture from the ground so seal the end grain with at least two coats of primer. Colorcoach a virtual swatch book colorcoach is a simple tool designed to give you more confidence in your color choices.

Now you can install the drip edge. No starter strips needed. We ll also review the proper tools needed and. I started by cutting the housewrap along the top edge of the skirtboard being careful not to cut through the flashing tape behind it.