Most new construction jobs will not require furring, but nearly all re-siding or remodeling jobs will need furring so that the finished siding job will not appear wavy. If your sub-surface is wood, use lath strips. If your sub-surface is masonry, install 1"x3" wood strips with masonry nails.
     PREPARATION

    Surface Preparation

    Preparation shoud be done carefully; proper surface prepartion is one of the most improtant parts of your siding installation job. All exterior wall surfaces must be even so that your new vinyl siding will be straight and look sharp. Take some extra time to make sure that the surface of the wall is ready to accept the new siding.

  1. Tie back all shrubbery and trees when plantings are close to the house. This will give you more work room and will help prevent damage to the landscaping.
  2. Remove all downspouts, moldings and lighting fixtures that will interfere with installation.
  3. Window sill extensions may be removed so that new window trim can be installed with the window casing.
  4. Remove any old caulking around windows and doors.
  5. On older homes, replace any rotten wood and securely nail all loose boards and wood trim.

    6. Furring

    For horizontal siding: Strips should be installed vertically on 12" to 16" cneters. Make sure they are installed completely around windows, doors and other openings, at all corners, and at the top and bottom of the area to be sided.

    For vertical siding: Strips shoudl be nailed horizontally to structural lumber on 12" to 16" centers. make sure to install furring strips completely around windows, doors and other openings, at all corners, and at the top and bottom of the area to be sided.

    Furred siding can be covered with insulated sheeting, or the spaces between strips can be filled with insulated sheeting that is equal in thickness to the furring strips.

    Insulation: Rigid foam insualtion board, available in 4'x8' sheets or fan-fold sections, can protect and level the exterior wall surfaces.

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