How to sheathe gable siding 2

Siding is increasingly being used to insulate the attic and cladding the gable. This method of finishing has long been widespread, but the material from which this type of finish is made has changed. Previously, such work clapboard, she demanded annual care and protection from moisture and insects. Metal and vinyl replaced the wooden boards. This lining option has excellent characteristics, allowing it to occupy a leading position among the products intended for covering the outer part of the building. This article will discuss how to sheathe the gable.

Material properties

• resistant to sunlight;
• does not burn;
• permanently preserves the aesthetic appearance;
• can be installed in any climate, not afraid of high and low temperatures;
• low weight does not load the structure.

The use of various materials in the manufacture of siding leads to some features in its characteristics.

Metallic is made from galvanized steel sheets. Manufacturers offer a large selection of cladding colors. The material is durable and retains its quality for decades. The multilayer structure provides protection from:

• ultraviolet,
• temperature changes
• atmospheric effects.

The lining of the gable house becomes possible due to the ease of installation of the panels. Do not use steel panels for buildings with dilapidated rafters. The high thermal conductivity of the metal requires structural insulation.

Vinyl siding is most common due to its affordable price. The material is not afraid of corrosion and insects, does not fade under the sun, does not deform and is made in different colors. It can imitate logs, bricks, natural stone. Gable of this material looks elegant and well-groomed.

The weight of vinyl panels is lower than metal, so they are easier to lift and install. PVC panels retain heat better. The flexibility of the material and the ability to restore shape also have a positive effect when used for plating.

Tools for work

• roulette;
• screwdriver;
• level;
• hammer;
• office knife or scissors;
• stapler

Mounting methods

Work will require robust forests. They can be made independently from a bar and boards. The surface of the gable need to inspect and, if necessary, replace the damaged elements.

Cladding is performed in several ways. Securely fix the siding allows a special metal frame of the profiles. In addition, it provides space for the placement of insulation and provides ventilation. For work the aluminum shape having a long service life and low weight is used The guides are mounted in increments of 50 cm. This method requires significant cash costs and additional time on the device frame.

You can fasten the trim panels directly to the boards. The third way is to crate from wooden beams and fasten the trim to it.

Consider how to sheathe pediment siding, fixed on the crate. A wooden bar 50 × 50 mm is suitable for the device of the batten. It must have a low moisture content; otherwise, after the wood dries, the skin structure deforms. The base is packed over the entire surface with a step of 40 cm. In order for the bars to be in the same plane, it is necessary to set the level and stretch the rope for the entire length of the gable. It will mark the plane of the batten. Vertical bars can be nailed or screwed with screws.

Stages of work

The first is the starting level. It is set horizontally and is consistently attached to each of the crates. It is more convenient to perform all the siding markings on the ground, and to raise the finished panels to the top. To make the work go faster, prepare two templates - for the left and the right side - and cut off the corner part using them. For cutting material using a grinder, construction knife or scissors. A large amount of trimming requires buying material with a margin of 10–15%.

If a window is located in the middle of the surface to be trimmed, then more measurements and cuts will be required. Along the perimeter of the window, you must install a special profile.

The trimmed side of the panels is tucked into the inside corner profile installed on the slopes of the gable. This will give the construction a neat look. You must ensure that the side parts are symmetrical, and do not forget about the thermal gaps.

The closure of ordinary siding is due to the castle connection. When fixing the panel, the screw is twisted strictly in the center of the perforation, but not fully, leaving a gap of 1 mm. This allows the material to move horizontally during thermal expansion.

Each panel has up to 6 screws, made of galvanized metal, thus avoiding the appearance of rust on them.

If the attic is sheathed, then a vapor barrier and insulation - polyurethane foam, felt, mineral wool - will need to be laid under the skin.

Understanding how to properly gable pediment is easy, but if you watch the video, teaching the subtleties of installation, everything will become even more clear.

Video

See how you can sheathe a pediment with siding alone: