Removing J Channel Vinyl Siding

Notch on the top end as you did on the bottom j channel.

Removing j channel vinyl siding.

Vinyl siding comprises long interlocking panels special trim called j channel that finishes the ends of rows and other trim pieces that vary based on the house and the brand of siding. Georgia pacific j channel clay 0 625 in x 150 in vinyl siding trim. If the siding is tight this may be more difficult. Proper installation is critical because vinyl expands and contracts with variations in temperatures.

Lap the side over the bottom as shown. Where the deck boards meet the header that is nailed into the house they are nailed very close to the house. Seven d industries general manager mike pettenati demonstrates how to remove the j channel on a 7evolution series vinyl window. Cut the side j channel 2 in.

With the j channel siding on your vinyl siding you can trim like the pros making your work look seamless. I am replacing the 16 foot deck boards that meet my house at a 90 degree angle. Beginning at the bottom of the foundation siding is. Each panel overlaps the panel below it and locks into place along the buttlock joint.

Removing and installing vinyl siding. How to remove a j channel without harming the siding. Drive roofing nails every 8 to 10 in. Longer than the height of the window.

Use the zip tool to release the buttlock at the top and bottom of the piece you want to remove. Well done installation of the j channel gives the vinyl siding a professional look. I can t remove those last 2 nails in each deck board unless i first remove the vinyl j molding and probably one row of vinyl siding. The j channel is the groove in vinyl siding that locks the individual pieces together.

Item 6555 model 329058. Make the miter cut on the bottom with shears. Vinyl siding panels are interlocked at their top and bottom edges via j shaped channels called buttlocks.