Installation should include
- cutting to length to within +/- 1/16 inch tolerances, with minimal splintering and with tight joints
- attaching siding with appropriate fasteners, allowing for proper exposure and correct joint placement.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is siding typically not nailed tightly when attached?
- Why are exterior doors flashed prior to siding? How are they flashed?
NCCER Carpentry
Adv. Carpentry, Module 27204: Exterior Finish and Trim
Covers the various types of exterior finish materials and their installation procedures, including wood, metal, vinyl, and fiber-cement siding.