How To Replace J Channel Without Removing Siding

Thrust a zip tool up hook first beneath the overlap where the j channel resides.

How to replace j channel without removing siding.

However we really would like a wider trim around the windows. Hook a zip tool into the locking or butt edge of the piece of siding above where the j channel is you are. Locate an edge of the siding. Each piece that is adjacent to the window should slide into the j channel but leave 1 4 inch within the j.

We would ve liked to put 3 j channel to give the windows a bolder look. Figure out which pieces of siding you will need to. This will be where the j channel. My wife and i decided to paint our aluminum siding instead of replacing with vinyl.

Almost all of my windows have standard j channel that doesn t protrude very far. Locate the area where you want to remove the j channel. How to remove a j channel without harming the siding step 1. How to remove a j channel without harming the siding 1.