If your house doesn't have a lower lip, then nail the lower panel into place using another metal strip and a nail gun. Repeat the process until all of the house is covered with aluminum siding. Cut the aluminum to fit around any mouldings or impressions on the house. You should ...
(Never do the job with steel wool, steel brushes, or other highly abrasive scrubbing pads—these may cause further scratches or leave behind metal particles prone to rust.) A toothbrush works well for tighter spaces and tricky turns around the fixture, countertop, and drain. As you rub in ...
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This material is lightweight, rust-resistant, and affordable, so it’s a popular option for those who want the benefits of metal siding (fire and insect resistance) without paying the steep price of steel. Be warned, though, that aluminum isn’t as strong as steel, so it’s more likely...
First thing one should do when installing metal siding is to see if the deck, in our case wood planks, would hold the screws. Make sure that there is no rot or cracked boards (we were lucky as some of the siding was already removed). ...
true DW257 driver has been a pro favorite for years. For about $80 you are going to get a tool that will last you a long time. Originally designed to install sheet rock screws, with a little modification this 2500 rpm driver is perfect for installing metal roofing or metal siding ...
Once your drywall is cut it’s ready to be hung on the joists. But how do you this with killing your back? Step 7: Add Support to the Wall Often times I hang drywall by myself. And I’m no Arnold Schwarzenegger. Therefore, I try to use my brain to lessen the pain involved with...
Sometimesdrilling a small holeinto a stripped screw can allow your screwdriver to reach deeper into—and achieve a better grip on—the stuck fastener. If you’re going to try this approach, make certain to use adrill bit designed for use on metal, not wood. And don’t drill too far dow...
Attach wood or metal posts to the deck frame using code-compliant structural fasteners, following the manufacturer’s requirements. Ensure the posts are plumb and cut to the desired height. Joist tape TimberTech Pro-Tac Flashing and Joist Tape extends the life of pressure-treated deck framing by...
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