Nails For Siding Starter Strip

Gap at the end and nail at each stud with a single 8d galvanized box nail held 1 in.

Nails for siding starter strip.

Insulation for vinyl siding 1. Whether the substrate is plywood sheathing or foam insulation most manufacturers require the siding to be fastened into the studs. Locate the lowest possible corner that has sheathing. To fasten the siding use galvanized nails sized to penetrate at least 11 2 into the studs.

Hold a tape measure against the exterior wall and travel. These grip rite 2 1 2 in. 8d hot galvanized spiral siding nails 1 lb pack are hot galvanized for durability and are ideal for fastening your siding project. Installing inside corner.

Treated starter strip along the bottom of the wall. Find the lowest corner of the old siding or sheathing on the house. These nails feature a spiral design. Most manufacturers produce a starter strip that secures the bottom course of siding to the sheathing and holds it at the proper angle.

As shown in the diagram a wooden spacer can be used to provide the proper angle for the first strip. Position starter strip with the top edge of chalk line and allow room for corner posts. 8d hot galvanized spiral these grip rite 2 1 2 in. Measure a spot that is 1 1 2 inches above the bottom edge of the sheathing at this lowest point using a tape.

Partly drive a nail 11 2 in. Down from the top edge.