Top Course Siding

Wood works well in combination with stone and faux stone.

Top course siding. You are at liberty to choose which siding profile to use depending on the type of house you have and of course you preference. In addition to these top siding profiles are the shiplap siding v joint siding channel siding tongue and groove siding also known as flush or butt among others. To determine how much you will need to cut from the top of the panel measure the distance between the top of the under sill trim and the lock on the next panel down then subtract 1 4 inch 0 6 cm. Finish the last course of horizontal siding with the j channel and finish trim or double finish trim.

As for siding options foam backed vinyl offers more protection than standard vinyl but it isn t enough to eliminate cracks caused by golf balls. For most of the house this method works wonderfully except for the top row. Top course siding installation tips. Get it right the first time.

Natural wood siding is ideal for homeowners who want the look texture and aroma the wood offers and are willing to give it the maintenance it needs. The most common approach here is to install sill trim at the soffits rip down the top course of siding and crimp the siding so the sill trim holds it in place. This is the siding of choice for purists though not recommended in dry areas prone to wildfire. The entire structure of vinyl siding is based on overlapping sections with the attachment point on each row of siding covered by the one above it.

Because you cut away the channels at the top of the molding you must nail directly through the molding instead of placing the nails in the designated channels that you used in the rows below. Slot the vinyl siding into the lower siding and nail the top of the vinyl with 3d nails that match the color of the vinyl siding. Install head flashing and a j channel. Crimp and caulk the top course pay close attention to the area where the top row of siding meets the soffits.

When you reach the top row of siding you will need to measure and cut it to fit. Install the top row of siding.