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.

Removing j channel vinyl siding.

Seven d industries general manager mike pettenati demonstrates how to remove the j channel on a 7evolution series vinyl window. Use the zip tool to release the buttlock at the top and bottom of the piece you want to remove. Item 6555 model 329058. Where the deck boards meet the header that is nailed into the house they are nailed very close to the house.

Vinyl siding panels are interlocked at their top and bottom edges via j shaped channels called buttlocks. The j channel is the groove in vinyl siding that locks the individual pieces together. I am replacing the 16 foot deck boards that meet my house at a 90 degree angle. Proper installation is critical because vinyl expands and contracts with variations in temperatures.

How to remove a j channel without harming the siding. 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. If the siding is tight this may be more difficult. Longer than the height of the window.

Georgia pacific j channel clay 0 625 in x 150 in vinyl siding trim. Lap the side over the bottom as shown. Removing and installing vinyl siding. Hook a zip tool into the locking or butt edge of the piece of siding above where the j channel is you are removing.

With the j channel siding on your vinyl siding you can trim like the pros making your work look seamless. Cut j channel for the sides of the window. Beginning at the bottom of the foundation siding is. Each panel overlaps the panel below it and locks into place along the buttlock joint.

Make the miter cut on the bottom with shears. Drive roofing nails every 8 to 10 in. Cut the side j channel 2 in.