Nails For Siding Starter Strip

Gap at the end and nail at each stud with a single 8d galvanized box nail held 1 in.

Nails for siding starter strip.

Insulation for vinyl siding 1. These grip rite 2 1 2 in. Then cut and nail the first course of siding along the layout line. Partly drive a nail 11 2 in.

Most manufacturers produce a starter strip that secures the bottom course of siding to the sheathing and holds it at the proper angle. Find the lowest corner of the old siding or sheathing on the house. How to install a vinyl siding starter strip step 1. Whether the substrate is plywood sheathing or foam insulation most manufacturers require the siding to be fastened 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. Locate the lowest possible corner that has sheathing. To fasten the siding use galvanized nails sized to penetrate at least 11 2 into the studs. Down from the top edge.

As shown in the diagram a wooden spacer can be used to provide the proper angle for the first strip. These nails feature a spiral design. Position starter strip with the top edge of chalk line and allow room for corner posts. 8d hot galvanized spiral these grip rite 2 1 2 in.

8d hot galvanized spiral siding nails 1 lb pack are hot galvanized for durability and are ideal for fastening your siding project. Installing inside corner.