How To Trim Around Windows With Vinyl Siding

The siding slides behind vinyl siding trim pieces that hide the gap and the cut end.

How to trim around windows with vinyl siding.

Installing insulated vinyl siding is very similar to installing traditional vinyl siding. Available in a variety of colors and styles vinyl siding is widely used and favored by many contractors and do it yourselfers for its durability. Notch the vinyl windowsill with tin snips to fit the existing windowsill. When you mark each side add a inch to the width to allow for expansion.

If your home has vinyl siding and you d like to add vinyl window trim you will first need to remove the existing siding and j channel from around the windows. Installing vinyl siding around windows. Place the siding that has to be notched under the window. A well done trim installation can set up the rest of the project for success and dramatically improve the overall appearance of the home.

To get the depth of the notch measure the distance from the locking tab on the siding below to the undersill trim. Trimming out windows and doors is one of the most important steps when installing new siding on a home. For even more personality and charm add a decorative corner or crown molding above the door or window. Instruction on how to install exterior 2x4 trim around a new or old window.

Marking the position of each piece before you remove it photo 2 will help you reposition the siding without stretching it. Unscrew and remove the storm window from the outside of the window. A mark the cuts for siding under the window. Lock the panel into the one below it then gently snug it up before nailing.

B cut the siding to fit under windows. Certainteed window and door trim puts out the welcome mat creating a first impression with lasting effect.