How To Make A Mounting Block For Siding

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How to make a mounting block for siding.

Connect the wires mount the fixture and caulk around the block so it s watertight. Onyx small universal mounting block model ss mbs on 15 09 15 09. Free delivery with 45 order. You may not know where to begin.

White polypropylene mini mounting block for siding model 146100001 10 68 10 68. Of course with new paint i just can t keep the same old cruddy exterior lights or so my wife says. I like to size my blocks so that the top and bottom edges line up with full courses of siding because it looks better. Use a jigsaw to cut a hole in the block to fit around the outlet box.

To install the kit insert the cable connector in an opening in the center of the mounting block then feed in the cable s from the back. Or mount it to a stud. Free delivery with 45 order. When installing a mounting block on vinyl siding there are plenty of ways things can go wrong.

Cut a mounting block out of 1 inch lumber to mount a fixture on vinyl or clapboard siding. Set the block into place as shown and screw it to 1 2 in. What you will need 1 x 6 pine boards 2 x 4 pine boards 1 x 2 furring strip 2 1 4 screws latex painters caulk sandpaper sander paint 18 volt drill with screw head attachment. Purchase your mounting block based on the design and color of your vinyl siding.

You may ask if your vinyl siding can handle this depending upon the weight. You will likely need to remove a trim ring before beginning. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Drill and countersink pilot holes for screws in two opposite corners.