How To Install Log Siding Trim

The installation of meadow valley log siding requires a few simple tools.

How to install log siding trim.

We suggest starting your pioneer log siding at the bottom and working your way up. Use a transparent or matching caulking around them. These trims are cut and installed prior to the log siding application. Don t forget windows doors need log trim too.

A tape measure circular or miter saw a chalk line a square and a hammer. These deck screws have mini heads that are easily hidden. In most cases window and door trim is installed first and j blocks if applicable. The log siding boards are attached individually one row at a time working from the bottom up.

Sheathed with plywood or osb and wrapped with house wrap or tar paper prior to log siding installation. Achieving a full log look without the expense is easy with the right trim and corners. If exterior storage is necessary be sure to cover the siding with plastic and keep the siding off the ground. Log siding installation instructions.

Always start with the tongue up. V notch corner logs or corner trim should be installed before installing the siding too. Snap lines with a chalk line or use a story pole to ensure your log siding stays level and evenly spaced. On the interior do the same but for corners rip your own 2 x 2 vertical boards.

Decide on how wide you want your chinking spaces. Mark your measurement on the j channel cut it and install it. Our versatile log siding trim is shaped like a d for a full log look. Start at the bottom and work your way up the wall.

Furring strips may also be needed in some cases to flush out an end wall and provide a flat surface to install on. Our pine and cedar trim is available in smooth or hand hewn to match your log siding choice. Be sure to use exterior galvanized nails or 2 coated deck screws to install the log siding. This will speed up installation and help prevent water.

Make sure you have the j channel behind the start and the j channel is flush with the top of the door or window. We offer a variety of trim and corners to match quarter log half log and full log siding installations. Two fasteners are driven into each stud one near the top and one near the bottom. You will need to install j channel for around all your windows and doors before starting your siding it will make the installation of the steel siding much easier.