How To Seal Nail Holes In Wood Siding

1 scrape all loose paint from around the area to be repaired using a paint scraper or putty.

How to seal nail holes in wood siding.

Nail holes in exterior surfaces just as with cracks or gaps can be dealt with using a good caulking. Scrape away any excess with the putty knife when you re done and allow it to air dry. Nail holes in interior walls can generally be filled with shrink free spackling by overfilling the hole slightly then sanding smooth once it s dry. Fill the siding holes with wood filler.

Apply the compound to the bottom overhanging edges of damaged siding with the putty knife. The best filler for your siding is a two part epoxy product that cures to a rock hard consistency. Force the compound into the edge until it is flush with the bottom of the siding. Holes in wood trim are best filled with wood filler.

Epoxy putty is a commonly recommended wood filler for use in repairing woodpecker damage. Use a putty knife to force the filler inside the hole making sure to fill in the hole and to completely cover the opening. For the best guarantee against pop out use 7d or 8d 2 or 2 inches long nails and drive them into the studs. Stainless steel doesn t rust or stain the paint or leave black streaks on the wood and the rings on the shank act like barbs gripping the sides of the hole to prevent the nail from popping out.