CertainTeed Vinyl Siding Installation Guide
Exercise every care to retain architectural details wherever possible. Do not remove, cover, or add details until you have the building owner’s written approval. Determine that the owner has consulted the local historic society regarding the foregoing.
Use siding which closely approximates the appearance of the original siding in color, size and style.
Lead Renovations
Many houses and apartments built before 1978 have paint that contains high levels of lead (called lead based paint). Lead from paint, chips, and dust can pose serious health hazards if not taken care of properly. You can find out about other safety measures by calling
Caulking and Sealants
When installing vinyl siding, the use of caulking and other sealants is minimal. Do not caulk panels where they meet the receiver of inside corners, outside corners, or
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These instructions will enable you to successfully complete a siding, soffit, or porch ceiling installation. However, no set of instructions can answer every question or problem that might come up during a project. So if you are in doubt about how to complete a specific procedure, we suggest you try two avenues of help:
First, call or visit your building materials supplier. You should be able to find someone with the
to answer your question or solve your problem.
Second, if you need additional help, call us at
This installation manual is updated periodically. The most current information will always be posted on our website: www.certainteed.com.
