How To Overlap J Channel Siding

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How to overlap j channel siding.

For doors and windows cut and install the top j channel piece flush with the outer face of the side j channels. Overlap the flashing onto the row of siding just below the window. 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. Measure each piece of trim so that it will be two channel widths longer than the opening itself.

When it is necessary to use more than one sheet of siding to complete a row be sure to overlap successive panels by 1 inch 2 54 cm. Step 1 attach the j trim along the line that will form the upper edge of the metal siding. Cut a piece of flashing out of felt paper and install it at the bottom corners of the windows before you install the side j channels. Watch this video learn how to install accessories on multi story structures or very long expanses to allow for expansion and provide water drainage.

For the doors cut your side j channel pieces similar to the way you did for the windows. This is referred to as a j channel. Install the trim by nail the longer side of the j to the framing lumber with the washer head metal siding nails. This is the first in a new playlist on remo.

Now any water that runs inside the j channels will come out on top of the siding and out the weep holes designed for this purpose.