How To Cut Vinyl Siding Around Windows

The key to installing vinyl siding is cutting it properly so it all fits tog.

How to cut vinyl siding around windows.

This is a trick on how to cut vinyl siding the quickest and easiest way without breaking or chipping it. Use tin snips to cut a length of j molding 2 inches longer than the width of the window. B cut the siding to fit under windows. For more information refer to page 17 of the vsi vinyl siding installation manual.

With a utility knife or scoring tool score the vinyl face up with medium pressure and snap it in half. It s not necessary to cut all the way through the vinyl. Vinyl siding is a stylish cost effective siding option for homes and buildings. Ensure that the flashing along the bottom of the window overlaps the nailing hem of.

Inspect the flashing and building wrap around the window. Cut a 1 inch notch out. Place the siding that has to be notched under the window. Cutting and installing the molding.

Measure the height of the piece you need to cut by butting a scrap piece of siding beneath and above the window and marking the necessary height leaving an additional 1 4 inch 0 6 cm of clearance. Transfer this measurement onto the piece of siding.