How To Install Board And Batten Siding Around Windows

Use a wider board under the eaves so that there is something solid to nail the board and batten and the furring strip into.

How to install board and batten siding around windows.

Like many types of siding you ll start installing the board and batten panels from one side. The next panel will fit over the edge of the previous one disguising the nailing strip and lock securely into place. You should also use a wider board for furring out the top and bottom of windows and the top of doors to accommodate the nailing of trim boards and the board and batten siding. Cut off the locking leg of the first panel and snaplock punch the edge at 12 intervals.

Place the skirt board at the bottom of where the siding will end and make sure it s level before moving onto the next steps. Nail the strips to framing members. Starting at one corner of your home begin by placing a board flush up against the wall and making sure it s plumb. Fill the channel of the corner by nailing down a strip of board 2 wide.

In some areas it is common to attach vertical 1x2 furring strips before installing board and batten siding. If your sheathing is not solid plywood or osb these strips are needed to provide a nailing surface. Attach strips around windows and doors then lay out and attach horizontal strips every 16 inches. For ease of application vertical installations should start at a corner.

Once it is install two nails at the top of the board and two nails at the bottom to secure it. Before starting the vertical board installation install a skirt board a board that s wider than the siding boards. Next you ll want to begin installing your siding boards.