Wolverine Siding and Vinyl Carpentry Soffit and Decorative Trim, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Fit and Finish Installation Guide For Siding and Vinyl Carpentry Soffit and Decorative Trim...

Page 2: ...ire little maintenance for many years Nevertheless common sense dictates that builders and suppliers of vinyl products store handle and install vinyl materials in a manner that avoids damage to the pr...

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Page 4: ...s Gable Trim 55 SECTION 5 Installing Horizontal Siding Cutting Panels 56 Overlapping Panels 56 Preparing Wall Surfaces 57 STUDfinder Installation System 60 Completion 63 Shutter Installation 64 SECTIO...

Page 5: ...4 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Guide...

Page 6: ...oaches to a particular installation procedure are possible the book presents practical alternatives To make the instructions as detailed and complete as possible dozens of illustrations accompany the...

Page 7: ...ommon to products with multiple faces i e Double 4 or Triple 3 It is the dimension required for the proper selection of receiving channels e g J channels and corner pieces Butt Leg Locking Leg Common...

Page 8: ...gles and Rough Split Shakes 5 Metal Starter Strip Designed to be used on remodeling jobs to help level the first course and span areas that cannot be nailed For use with all Wolverine sidings except R...

Page 9: ...r Butts up against protruding window and door jambs and overhangs for installation of 3 1 2 and 5 lineals Remodeling Window and Door Starter Holds 3 1 2 and 5 lineals in place around window and door o...

Page 10: ...useful around curved windows and ventilation treatments 5 8 3 4 and Deluxe F channel Receive soffit panels Deluxe F channel can also be used to receive Cornice Molding 2 1 2 Window and Door Casing A 2...

Page 11: ...ce Molding in place Does not receive soffit panels Cornice Molding Held in place by the F channel or Cornice Molding Receiver this accessory hides the installation of the topmost siding panels With th...

Page 12: ...a crown molding with minimal cutting NOTE Shown already cut in half one piece makes a left and right end cap Soffit Cove Trim Shown as if secured to trusses or soffit nailers A decorative soffit recei...

Page 13: ...a casing The 3 4 channel receives siding panels Can also be used as a cornerpost 3 1 2 Snap on Lineal For use with J channel 5 Lineal Two lineals create a corner system when installed with a Corner S...

Page 14: ...ner design with foam insert Traditional SuperCorner Wide decorative traditional corner treatment with foam backing Beaded SuperCorner with Optional Insert Wide decorative beaded corner treatment with...

Page 15: ...s Use only corrosion resistant nails aluminum stainless or galvanized roofing Nails should have a minimum head diameter of 3 8 Staples should be a minimum of 16 gauge If screws are used use non corros...

Page 16: ...s etc Please refer to the brake manufacturer s instructions for metal bending techniques Transporting and Storing Vinyl Siding If you are transporting vinyl siding to a job site make certain to keep c...

Page 17: ...tabs lock into undersill trim For best results we recommend using an SL5 punch which is designed specifically for vinyl applications You may also use a redesigned and improved version of the SL5 punch...

Page 18: ...ies Rectangular wall surfaces Measure height excluding gables Measure width including doors and windows _____________ x _____________ _____________ height width surface area Repeat for remaining walls...

Page 19: ...___ ____________________ 1 2 height 1 2 width surface area 1 side ____________________ x 2 _________________________ surface area 1 side total dormer surface area Repeat for all dormers Soffit Measure...

Page 20: ..._______ F channel For soffit measure along wall under eve ____________ For porch ceilings measure along perimeter of the porch area ____________ 3 1 2 and 5 lineals For casing measure along perimeter...

Page 21: ...eet Flexible J channel __________ lineal feet F channel Deluxe F channel __________ lineal feet 3 1 2 5 lineals __________ lineal feet New construction window starter __________ lineal feet Dual under...

Page 22: ...is not meant to be a watertight barrier Drop In Foam Backer Boards Some drop in foam backers can restrict the movement of vinyl siding Therefore Wolverine vinyl siding may not be applied over any dro...

Page 23: ...t corrected during preparation this uneven surface will produce a wavy appearance in siding applied over it For best results space strips 12 on center Do not exceed 16 To correct an uneven wall use fu...

Page 24: ...e except for the type of fasteners used Wall sheathing must be installed over the studs This will provide a straighter smoother and more rigid wall surface and help prevent studs from twisting Siding...

Page 25: ...anels position the first nail at the upper edge of the topmost nailing slot This allows a panel to hang from the nail Position the remaining nails in the center of the nailing slots Allow for 1 3 of t...

Page 26: ...rlayment is less than 3 4 thick and is not considered a nailable surface for example foam or exterior grade gypsum be sure screws are long enough to penetrate at least 3 4 into wood studs or substrate...

Page 27: ...l and 2 3 of the total expansion is allowed at the bottom For example if the temperature is below 40 F total expansion equals 3 4 3 8 3 8 so you allow 1 4 at top and 1 2 at the bottom of a vertical pa...

Page 28: ...also apply to vinyl accessory items Installing the starter strip Position the starter strip with the top edge on the chalk line and the ends 6 1 2 away from the outside and inside corners when using...

Page 29: ...il slot Position all remaining nails in the center of nail slots a maximum of every 8 to 10 Leave 1 8 to 1 16 between the nail head and the cornerpost to allow the cornerpost to move during normal exp...

Page 30: ...as the width of the cornerpost face Mark a 90 angle from the center and cut out this area Then cut 7 8 away from each end except for the nailing flange Bend the J channel in the center and nail it to...

Page 31: ...arter strip leaving 1 4 allowance for expansion at top and 3 8 at bottom Position the first nail at the uppermost edge of top nail slot shown Nail loosely Working from top down position remaining nail...

Page 32: ...1 4 for expansion If you are using two pieces of J channel instead of inside cornerpost flash the corner with a 6 x 6 L corner fabricated from aluminum coil stock Hang the J channel from the top of t...

Page 33: ...n the slots spaced 8 to 10 apart Position and secure the 3 1 2 lineal Position and secure an aluminum starter strip Position and secure the 5 lineal NOTE Aluminum starter can be used for both lineals...

Page 34: ...wo 3 1 2 lineals are used one exposure will be approximately 2 1 4 and one will be 3 1 2 NOTE Attaching the second lineal will keep the first lineal in place You will not need a starter strip Always p...

Page 35: ...cornerpost to allow the cornerpost to move during normal expansion and contraction Fit the siding into the cornerpost Leave 1 4 for expansion Install J channel with Quarter Round Insert Cut two pieces...

Page 36: ...ystem System requires 3 1 2 lineals and starter strips 5 x 3 1 2 Lineal System System requires 5 lineals 3 1 2 lineals and starter strips 3 1 2 Lineal System with Corner Block System requires 3 1 2 li...

Page 37: ...ow for the diversion of water see NOTE below Apply the vertical flashings by overlapping the previously secured bottom flashing As noted above the length and width of the flashings will be determined...

Page 38: ...nnel and bend it down to overlap side J channel Repeat for the other side This forms a water drain and allows J channel to receive siding panel Nail the bottom J channel in place Cut the channel as pr...

Page 39: ...on Lineals and Decorative Trim Lineals are a great way to accessorize a window This page illustrates how the lineal pieces fit around a window The next few pages describe the step by step process for...

Page 40: ...ur measurement Install the J channel around the opening centering the J channel so that each end of the J channel is 1 4 from the opening Nail the J channel every 8 to 10 Lineal application around win...

Page 41: ...installed Cut the lineals the same length as the window casing Start with one end and angle a lineal into the corner block and snap it over the J channel Continue installing lineals around the window...

Page 42: ...of the J channel the lineal will not snap over the J channel as with a New Construction Starter Strip or by pulling the J channel away from the window slightly and zipping the lineal into place If th...

Page 43: ...ange is always the longest part of a surrounding miter Use snips to remove the part as shown Cut a 3 4 rain tab as shown Completed top lineal snapped into the previously attached starter strip NOTE Th...

Page 44: ...e the rain tabs of the top lineal are bent down into the receiving pocket of the side lineals If the lineal surrounds a window frame the bottom corner requires a 45 miter as done previously for the to...

Page 45: ...al if using 5 lineals Trim 3 4 tabs from the lineal as shown Snap the lineal in place and secure by nailing or stapling it through center of the nail slots 44 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Gui...

Page 46: ...lineal The same method can be used with 3 1 2 lineals but the fold would be changed from 1 1 2 to 1 3 8 45 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Guide 45 Measure at least 1 1 2 and notch with snips M...

Page 47: ...sure the lineal s pocket is inside that of the corner block Position the vertical side lineal into the corner block by inserting the pocket of the corner cover into the pocket of the lineal This will...

Page 48: ...e lineals behind the header making sure the 2 rain tab on the end cap extends into the receiving area of the side lineals NOTE If using crown molding see page 50 47 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installati...

Page 49: ...ends of the 5 lineal also need trimming to receive the end caps Create a 3 4 rain tab in the pocket area and trim off a 3 4 tab from the bottom NOTE To make end caps for 3 1 2 lineals simply start wit...

Page 50: ...sliding the 3 1 2 side lineals behind the header making sure the 2 rain tab on the end cap extends into the receiving area of the side lineals 49 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Guide 1 1 2 1 3...

Page 51: ...lding header The only requirement for using the crown molding is having receiving channels 3 4 wide Option 2 page 51 Crown molding 2 crown molding end caps 3 1 2 lineal header 3 1 2 lineal surrounds N...

Page 52: ...eiving channel of the side J channel Crown Molding with 3 1 2 Lineal Surround In addition to J channel crown moldings can also be used with lineals The next two pages demonstrate how crown molding can...

Page 53: ...1 8 per side for overlap To cut the crown molding add 2 1 2 to the previously determined header length 1 1 4 added per side To create the header end cap cut a 9 1 4 piece of 5 lineal and trim as show...

Page 54: ...Apply each half to the end of the crown molding and secure it with a bead of caulk the crown molding requires a rain tab 2 long cut from the pocket receiver apply the crown molding to the header with...

Page 55: ...J channel into the mitered J channel If the nail flange or return lips butt and prevent a tight fit trim off additional material from the second J channel NOTE For a more decorative appearance you als...

Page 56: ...face Insert the full faced lineal into the mitered lineal If the nail flange or return lips butt and prevent a tight fit trim off additional material from the second lineal Installing trim at roof lin...

Page 57: ...u cross cut a panel to be used in an overlap area you also have to duplicate the factory notch at the cut end Rip cuts Use a utility knife to score panel along cut line Bend panel back and forth along...

Page 58: ...s approach minimizes the effect of lapping and produces the best appearance Keep lap appearance in mind throughout installation NOTE Lap appearance is also improved when you avoid using panels less th...

Page 59: ...for horizontal cut using small piece of scrap siding Lock this piece into the lower panel and mark 1 4 below sill height This provides clearance for undersill trim Repeat procedure on opposite side of...

Page 60: ...ng at narrow openings between windows To simplify installation in areas such as that shown in the illustration install J channels on both sides of opening Bow the panel toward you and slip into channe...

Page 61: ...w the slot Go to the next repeat of the letter to find the next stud For example if your first stud is at T so will the succeeding studs in 16 o c applications every 10th slot When you apply the next...

Page 62: ...pattern to guide cutting of panels to fit gable ends To make pattern Lock short piece of siding into panel gable starter course as shown in illustration Hold second piece of siding against J channel a...

Page 63: ...this procedure at several other points along the span to be covered by the panel Using a square or straightedge draw a pencil line connecting these points Then score along line with utility knife Ben...

Page 64: ...ion of siding You can allow for this movement in two ways The most convenient way to attach light fixtures is with light blocks Because they contain receiving channels to hold siding panels light bloc...

Page 65: ...clearance should be approximately 1 8 If possible stagger the screws securing the shutter so that they do not line up on the same panel It is also a good idea to apply caulk around the screws B When...

Page 66: ...rips 12 on center Check your local building codes When remodeling over existing wood siding you must apply rigid foam or fiber sheathing shimming if necessary to create a level surface When remodeling...

Page 67: ...color to match the siding see illustration 1b Install inverted J channel along the top of the wall under the eave Here again leave a 1 4 gap between J channel and cornerposts Overlap J channels 3 4 to...

Page 68: ...eive the upper panel NOTE Some installers prefer to use formed aluminum flashing in place of vinyl drip cap as the receiving channel for the lower panel This is also an acceptable approach Installing...

Page 69: ...artial panel over both ends of a wall For example if a wall required 25 full panels plus 10 you would rip cut two 5 lengths of panel to create the end pieces Important In a vertical siding installatio...

Page 70: ...b Nail every 12 Follow the same nailing procedures described for horizontal siding Install the next panel Lock the panel into the preceding panel then nail every 12 Continue with succeeding panels Whe...

Page 71: ...attern duplicating the gable slope See page 61 Insert the panel into the J channel along the gable slope Use a level to make certain the panel is plumb Nail every 12 Continue cutting and installing pa...

Page 72: ...ft of attic space How to Determine Soffit Ventilation 1 Determine local code requirement for total attic ventilation 1 150 requires 1 sq ft of ventilation for every 150 sq ft of attic space 1 300 requ...

Page 73: ...Install these nailing strips perpendicular to the ceiling joists placing a strip every 12 to 16 Invert J channels and nail them to underside of wood strips along the perimeter of the ceiling area NOT...

Page 74: ...f the first course be sure to allow room for expansion For areas where more than one panel length is needed use a double channel lineal If necessary rip cut the final panel and use a snap lock punch t...

Page 75: ...to create the eave Examine figures 1 4 and find the one that most closely resembles the construction methods used on your particular project If no F channel is available J channel can be modified to c...

Page 76: ...eiving channel Be sure to leave space for the full expansion allowance in the receiving channel If you re using a nailing strip as in figure 4 do not nail tightly allow movement for expansion Continue...

Page 77: ...that used for an open eave The major difference is the installation of the J channel Determine the method you ll use to install soffit at the fascia board see figures 5 and 6 When installing J channe...

Page 78: ...about excessive insect infiltration cover the opening with corrosion resistant mesh or other screening before installing the soffit Install soffit Nail the soffit every 16 or 24 depending upon local...

Page 79: ...white trim nails Fasten at nail slot openings only see illustration Do not face nail fascia panel When overlapping fascia panels first cut a notch in the underlying panel The notch should be 1 8 deep...

Page 80: ...is no special undersill trim to use with aluminum fascia Aluminum fascia is made without nail slots so you have to pay attention to proper nailing techniques And corners are handled differently Instal...

Page 81: ...o these temperature ranges may result in gaps that are too large or too small thereby creating the potential for side lock tabs disengaging panel distortion or buckling Spacing of panels previously in...

Page 82: ...receiving channel Leave 1 4 space between the panel and the corner for expansion If you are planning to install the Mitered Cornerpost space the panel 3 from the corner Fasten the panel to the wall by...

Page 83: ...he previous course and center nail the siding through the 3 16 hole drilled earlier Center nailing controls the direction of the panel s expansion and contraction Lock the panel into place Installing...

Page 84: ...hrough the top two nail slots The right side corner gap has cut marks at 1 8 increments they allow you to fit the corner to the different panel heights you may encounter as you finish a course Trim th...

Page 85: ...spacing according to these temperature ranges may result in gaps that are too large or too small thereby creating the potential for side lock tabs disengaging panel distortion or buckling Spacing of p...

Page 86: ...he rest of the panel by nailing through the centers of the remaining nail slots a maximum of every 8 to 16 on center Provide 1 8 to 1 16 between the nail head and the panel to allow freedom of movemen...

Page 87: ...alignment Simply align the right edge of the upper panel with one of the vertical alignment marks on the lower course However always use the temperature indicator marks on the right side of the upper...

Page 88: ...d 3 4 Cut the panel to this dimension This will allow the panel to be lowered far enough to engage the locking tabs of the lower panel After it is positioned into the locked position the cut edge will...

Page 89: ...se calculate the number of rows required to complete the gable Use the following formula Gable height inches 12 5 face exposure courses required NOTE Gable height is measured from inside the horizonta...

Page 90: ...ine intersect marks the starting point for hanging the first starter course panel if the first starter panel intersects the plumb line Determine whether you will center a scallop or a V at the startin...

Page 91: ...tion The easiest way to determine the length of panel required is to measure from the alignment line on the nail flange of the starter panel to the edge of the roof slope see illustration Using this m...

Page 92: ...ve ground level The non vertical wall must not be a functional roof above occupied space It must be decorative Before you install Half Rounds panels on a non vertical wall install an underlayment of 1...

Page 93: ...el face and secure panel Secure Half Rounds Starter after hand punching and securing siding piece Lock Half Rounds panels into the starter strip and secure 92 Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Gui...

Page 94: ...for downward movement half rounds with lower round removed 5 lineal 1 4 flashing new construction starter strip dual undersill trim hand punched horizontal siding locking area has been removed siding...

Page 95: ...s 16 from center this allows for expansion removal of 1 1 8 or more of nail flange use cornice receiver or deluxe F channel and cornice molding drill a new center hole and punch a slot on both ends 16...

Page 96: ...knife chisel pop rivet gun and wonder bar or roof snake bar Removing the damaged panel Cut a large rectangle out of the damaged panel Cut or chisel through the sides of the panel and remove lower hal...

Page 97: ...en pull down to remove the damaged panel Preparing the new panel Cut off all top locking tabs Flip panel over and cut 1 8 off the 3 side locking tabs Notch the side locking tab on a 45 angle 96 Wolver...

Page 98: ...clips in nail slot locations from left to right 3 13 18 28 Installing the new panel Slide the left side of the new panel into the side locking tabs As you raise the new panel into position make sure t...

Page 99: ...the nail head and hitting the bar with a hammer While applying pressure to the top panel pull down on the cam cords Make sure each cam clip engages the lip of the panel above it Keep pulling down on t...

Page 100: ...ent panel back into the position of the removed damaged panel Use the hammer handle to put pressure against the bottom butt of the replacement panel to force pressure upward enough that the replacemen...

Page 101: ...panels Center pinning will prevent the rib width at the lap joint from becoming too wide or too narrow Install the siding according to one of the following methods depending on whether the substrate i...

Page 102: ...ate the short vertical slot on the nail hem which indicates the center of the panel Locate the framing member wall stud nearest the center of the panel and center pin the panel into framing member usi...

Page 103: ...the snap in portion of the cornice molding Be careful not to remove material from the face that will show upon installing Remove 1 from the return which is located at the bottom of the cornice moldin...

Page 104: ...ized roofing nails or screws with a minimum 3 8 diameter Siding Nails and Screws If a nail is used the point and shank of the nail should target the black strand and stay within the red strands With s...

Page 105: ...rows are printed at 16 intervals along the Millennium panel Fastening the panel at these arrows will ensure consistent nailing Fastener Depth With nails staples or screws it is important to not overdr...

Page 106: ...um panel or drill a clearance hole just above the lock hoop area in the middle of the panel Hang the panel from the center pin as you would a typical vinyl siding panel Hand nail the center pin If the...

Page 107: ...e TrueComfort panel See Fitting into trim pieces below Fastening Use 2 corrosion resistant nails and penetrate the wood substrate by at least 3 4 The nail flange on insulated siding is typically 3 4 t...

Page 108: ...s of the siding panel Remove the top 1 of the foam backing so the top of the panel fits into shimmed trim Use a snap lock punch to raise tabs every 6 to lock the panels into the trim When you cut a si...

Page 109: ...ng the flange Again nail tightly Be sure the last nail is positioned at the base of the opposite arch Using a utility knife cut through the back of the channel at the point where it extends beyond the...

Page 110: ...ing the notched lineal over the un notched lineal An alternative to using new construction window starter is to use 1 2 J channel as a starter Install J channel with back edge against soffit or overha...

Page 111: ...ure the distance between the J channel and the rake Subtract an allowance for expansion Cut the panel to this length proper length in illustration Trim the panel at the rake end to match the rake angl...

Page 112: ...protection against high wind you may have to face nail these panels Form a sleeve from aluminum coil stock and cover the center J channels Secure with pop rivets Cut an arched section from coil stock...

Page 113: ...and install a new panel then use the zip tool to lock the new panel into the panel above Replacing a Damaged Outside Corner Post Remove face portion of damaged post by scoring along outside corner of...

Page 114: ...he buckled panel until the hook catches Pull down and unzip the panel Insert an inverted scrap piece of starter strip into the exposed receiving lock of the lower panel With the scrap piece inserted i...

Page 115: ...p cleaning solution off surrounding fixtures and surfaces not scheduled for washing Stubborn stains If you can t remove especially stubborn stains using normal household detergents request a cleaner f...

Page 116: ...removal to be performed by a trained asbestos removal crew Historic Restoration Vinyl Siding Institute recommended guidelines If a building is in an historic area or has been designated an historic b...

Page 117: ...ly complete a siding soffit or porch ceiling installation But we also realize that no set of instructions can answer every question or problem that might come up during a project So if you are in doub...