Self-aligning siding

One of the most popular and reliable materials for the facade is siding. It is usually made of steel, aluminum or vinyl, protects the construction from the effects of the external environment, whether it be precipitation or ultraviolet radiation. No matter how good this finishing material is, the most important point is the installation. Violation of the installation technology leads to the fact that all the positive qualities can simply come to naught.

The installation of the siding is a step-by-step process, but, first of all, it is necessary to stock up all the necessary tools and equipment. First, you need to purchase fasteners such as nails and screws. Fasteners should be purchased from galvanized iron or, in extreme cases, aluminum. Nails are best chosen with a wide hat, and self-tapping screws - with a press washer 25-45 millimeters in length.

For cutting siding you will need: level; roulette; Plumb bob; Gon; a hammer; Pliers; Perforator; hacksaw; a circular saw. If the siding is metal, then you will also need metal scissors, and for cutting vinyl siding - a sharp knife. To protect against chips, be sure to wear safety goggles.

Installation of siding begins with cutting. In order to avoid mistakes and in order to save, first of all, you need to draw a drawing of all the surfaces on which you plan to install the panels.

When with the number of panels and squares everything becomes clear, you can begin to build a crate, except for houses that are built of wood. For the installation of the battens, wooden blocks or edging boards are usually used, and metal profiles are also possible . The quality and appearance of the paneling depends on the degree of smoothness and durability of the design of the crate . When insulating the facade insulation is laid under the siding in the space between the crate and, preferably, use a thick insulation, as loose can simply deform the lining.

Fixing the panels means that during installation, it is necessary to leave gaps between the panels, since when the temperature of the air changes, the panel widens or shrinks. Violation of the installation technology leads to the fact that the facade can be deformed. Mount the siding on self-tapping screws or nails through rectangular holes on the panels. To secure the siding securely, the nails are tightly driven into the middle of the holes. In no case can you drive nails directly into the panel itself, otherwise it can lead to their destruction. When screwing self-tapping screws, the principle of operation is the same. The fixed panels must be slightly movable horizontally. Installation of the siding is made lapped by two to three centimeters, and in the cold season - by 5-6 centimeters. Before starting to fix the panels, they must be left on the street, for about three hours, and it does not matter what material they are made of. This is required in order to adapt to the air temperature.

Installation of facades from the siding begins with the installation of additional elements, such as external and internal angles and profiles, and only after their installation can begin to install the siding. From those places where the maximum load on the panel is planned, installation of a siding begins. Thanks to this approach, all other places will be isolated from such problems. If the basic installation rules are observed, the lining will last for many years.