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CertainTeed Vinyl Siding Installation Guide
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Special Tools
Nail slot punch (CertainTeed Item # 57997)
Punches elongated holes to allow nailing the cut edge of a panel.
Also used to enlarge an existing hole to allow proper nailing.
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Snaplock punch (CertainTeed Item # 57995 or 57996)
Punches tabs in the cut edge of a panel used as a finishing course at the top of a wall or underneath a window. The tabs lock into undersill trim. For best results, we recommend using item 57995 Snaplock Punch, which is designed specifically for vinyl applications.
Trim nail punch
Punches trim nail holes into soffit, fascia, and other finishing trim without denting or marring the material. Available from Malco Products, Granger, ProSidingTools.com
Zip tool (CertainTeed Item # 57998 or 57999)
Locks and unlocks panels.
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