Nailing 5 8 Siding

Use care when driving nails near the end of a plank.

Nailing 5 8 siding.

Drive the first nail into the center of the siding and work toward the top and bottom edges. Pack model maxn62433 10 24 10 24. Figure 8 5 fastening schedule siding how to apply edge nailing location nailing schedule square edge panel over sheathing 3 8 in. Always move over to another grain of wood for inserting the second.

Acquire the grip rite 11 x 5 8 in. Never drive two nails in the same grain of the wood near the end. Electro galvanized steel roofing nails 1 lb. Pack 58egrfg1 round feature a wide head design to help ensure the secure hold of shingles to roofs from the home depot.

Pack model maxn62449 65 49 65 49. Play at both ends so if it s nailed properly loosely you should be able to slide it 1 4 to 1 2 in. Bend nails over at the end when attaching two pieces of wood where appearance is not important. Place the last nail on each stud within 1 inch of the siding s edge.

Intermediate shiplap edge panel over sheathing 1 2 in. 5 fastener selection for face nailing steel framing screws ribbed bugle head no. Bending the nail over increases the strength of the joint b. Ideally you should space the nails so that each one penetrates a stud.

8 penny stainless steel siding nail 5 lbs. Grip rite 13 x 2 1 2 in. It isn t always possible to nail into studs. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

8d nails which are 2 1 2 inches long are suitable for most siding materials. Grip rite 13 x 2 in. T1 11 siding can be installed using 1 5 8 inch exterior screws or 12d galvanized nails and it s best to start from the bottom up to achieve a clean seamless application. 6d common wood framing 091 in.

Simply go outside grab the lower edges of a siding course and try to slide it back and forth photo 1. Place a 4 foot level along one vertical edge and adjust the sheet until it is plumb. If all the siding is tight it was installed wrong and should be redone. Siding nail face nailing face nailing is applicable where dictated by building.

6d stainless steel ring shank siding nails 1 lb. Secure the t1 11 to one of the wall studs next to the center stud with 8d nails placed every 8 inches using the chalk line as a nail placement guide.