I’ve had more people asking about J-channeling around windows lately. I found this video from a warmer time where I was showing one way to do it. This is one of the many methods to J-channel. I prefer a different way which I’ve also shown before. Some siding manuals show J-channel cuts with no mitre, some installers choose to make the mitres to a point (I don’t so it doesn’t snag or scratch anyone and also to allow for expansion and contraction). At the end of the day, whatever style you choose,

Did you know that the Vinyl Siding Institute does not clarify how vinyl J-channel should be nailed? The nails on siding and corner posts should be nailed “loose” so that they can move freely to avoid buckling with expansion and contraction of the material. I’ve installed siding for over 20 years and I’ve always nailed the J-channel “tight”. I have not once had a call back for any J-channel warping or buckling. The J-channel has enough tight bends in it, with the nails far enough away from the fa

Mounting mirrors on the wall of my home gym

Installing Mitered Everlast Trim Around Openings

Aluminum Soffit