Then nail a 3 1 2 in.
How to install furring strips for vinyl siding.
Furred existing siding furred existing siding should be covered with insulated sheeting or the spaces between the furring strips should be filled in with insulated sheeting equal in thickness to the furring strips.
Place the corner post in position allowing a 1 4 6 4mm gap between the top of the post and the eave or soffit.
This strips serve as a base onto which your panels can be attached.
Plywood above this line to hold out the bottom of the first row of siding and nail the starter strip to this plywood.
Attach a vinyl starter strip to the bottom horizontal furring strips.
Specifically he wonders whether the void behind the siding between the furring presents a problem for the lasting integrity of a vinyl siding installation on this question gba senior editor martin holladay offers a link to a vinyl siding institute installation guide that seems to support this approach.
When you install the first siding strip which hangs 1 4.
The furring strips are designed to help create a more level surface on the brick wall.
After attaching these strips you will then be able to attach your panels using nails screws or adhesives.
This will provide an even wall surface for the siding and help avoid any waviness.
For horizontal siding you apply the furring strips vertically.
The starter strip should extend 1 4 inch below the furring strips.
Slip small pieces of shingles called shims behind the furring strips to even out the high and low spots so the overall surface will be completely flat.
Use a plumb bob or carpenters level to make sure the strips stay plumb when you mark the location of each.
For vertical siding you apply them horizontally.
Install a strip at every panel joint and make sure you can see the marks above and below the panel when you attach them.
Install horizontal furring strips or a solid nailable sheathing prior to the siding if needed to level the surface or provide sufficient material for fastener penetration.