Installing J Channel Around Windows

Cut and install the bottom j channel.

Installing j channel around windows. Use the tin snips to cut into the corner of the scored notch on a diagonal. This goes all around the window and you ll need new strips. Install j channel around the window.

Hey everyone in this weeks 1950 s rental property renovation video we re installing j channel around the windows. Mark out a notch 1 in. I think we should go ahead and do that noble job of j channeling a window.

A vinyl siding shears a hammer and 1 1 2 or 2 roofing nails use 2 if you have fanfold insulation on. Cut a section of new j channel 2 in. This gives it a clean professional look.

This video shows the installation of siding j channel around doors and windows. For the window first position the j channel against the window casing. Add 2 inches to that number and cut a length of j channel to this measurement.

Install j channel around the window. It will look much better if you miter the corners. You can use 1 1 2 nails if you have tyvek on and.

Finish the notches with tin snips. What do we need for that. Longer than the width of the window.