Cutting Vinyl Corner Post

Expansionwhen the temperature changes vinyl siding expands and contracts.

Cutting vinyl corner post.

Step 2 make two diagonal cuts 1 2 inch long from the first cut to finish the y cut in the fabric. This will create a flap of fabric at the corner to cover the corner effectively. Vinyl fencing is often hollow making cutting it difficult when using a circular saw regardless of the teeth on the blade. Fold back the remaining flaps and gently tap a crease into them with your hammer.

Cut the post long enough to extend past the bottom of the starter strip by 3 4 in. Hammer the first nail into the nailing slot. As the teeth bite in to the vinyl they cause it to shake and vibrate. Start by cutting off a few inches of the j channel portion on the post.

This can result in the vinyl splitting and cracking. If vinyl soffit is to be installed allow proper distances which vary according to the accessory used below the underside of the eaves. The only cut you should make on the corner is at the nailing flange. Remove 1 of nailing flanges from the bottom of the top piece.

Position the outside corner post to allow 1 4 in. The fit is tight and it is not easy to get the top piece over the bottom piece. Measure the height of the porch post from floor to ceiling and subtract 1 4 inch. Step 2 set up the cut.

Gap at the top where the post will meet the eaves. Repeat this y cut at each corner. Easy way to replace unsightly damaged outside corners on your homes siding. Make a diagonal cut in the corner of the fabric toward an inside corner of the cushion stopping about 1 inch from the cushion.

Call us at 1 409 853 1671 about us. Transfer the measurement to four 1 by 6 inch boards and cut them to length with the handheld cutting tool. In order to prevent this from happening you have to keep the pieces steady. Mice bees and all sorts of other critters love making their home inside vinyl corner posts.

Each corner should be hung straight so drop a plumb line for each corner post.