Why can’t vinyl siding be nailed on tight?
Vinyl siding must be “free” to expand and contract without bulging on the wall. A minimum of 1/32” clearance between the fastener and the siding panel is required.
What are three rules of thumb for installing vinyl siding?
1. Siding must be able to move freely from side to side. 2. Nail in the center of the slots. 3. Do not face nail through the siding.
Is vinyl siding easy to install?
If you are fairly handy with tools and overall home improvements don’t intimidate you then yes, vinyl is fairly easy to install. Kaycan recommends watching an instructional video and reading our installation manual closely. Be sure to follow all directions carefully. Remember, improper installation can void your warranty. [...]
Why would I choose vinyl siding over other siding materials?
The number one reason is low maintenance. A spray with a garden hose and you are done. No more scraping, caulking and painting your house. With today’s technology, some vinyl sidings look just like wood sidings, even up close. Vinyl siding is very cost effective. Compare for yourself. Remember: vinyl [...]
When ordering material for a vinyl job, how much extra material should you allow for detailing?
10% is the standard amount of extra material required when taking windows, doors and details into account.
Can I match aluminum trim coils with vinyl siding colours?
Kaycan offers “MatchCoat” colours in aluminum that match the colours of Kaycan vinyl siding.
Can moisture get behind vinyl siding? If it does, how does it get out?
It is typical to have some moisture behind sidewall materials; it becomes a problem when the moisture isn’t allowed an escape. Vinyl siding has small holes called weep holes in the bottom edge of each piece of vinyl. These holes and the proper clearances in receiving channels are the escape [...]
The siding on my house is loose, Is that normal ?
Heat and cold can make vinyl expand and contract so your vinyl siding should be able to move back and forth on your wall.
What kind of nails do you use to hang vinyl siding?
Use electro, or hot-dipped galvanized steel or aluminum roofing type nails with a diameter of 1/8″ and a nail head of 3/8″ or larger. The nails should penetrate 3/4″ into a solid wood base. Properly installed nails will have 1/32″–1/16″ clearance between the nail head and nail hem. Never use [...]