The secret to making sure your siding looks perfect is making precise measurements.
How to cut aluminum siding while on the house.
My buddy is a siding guy for 30 years and to me the best way to cut aluminum siding is a diamond blade on a 4 1 2 grinder.
Just always wear ear plugs and glasses.
Make sure the panel is being used to reduce the risk of snags while cutting.
Use a nibbler to cut in a straight line.
Be sure to work slowly in order to maintain the proper form.
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Step 2 measuring.
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Step 2 cut the width.
The panel blade is a kind of blade that has very fine tooth and therefore it allows for smoother cuts on the aluminum siding without having to snag or tear off the aluminum material.
Continue with the process if.
Next you need to install the panel plane backward with the use of a power saw if you are experiencing snags with the panel blade.
Pry up on the bar to loosen the siding and create an opening for the power shears.
As you start cutting along the contours of the aluminum siding use your radial arm saw.
Be sure to work slowly in order to achieve an even cut.
While cutting at the width of the aluminum siding make use of straight tin snips.
Use the panel to reduce the risk of snags while cutting.
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Slide a pry bar under the bottom row of metal siding close to one vertical line.