Use a jigsaw to cut a hole in the block to fit around the outlet box.
How to make your own siding mounting block.
Set the block into place as shown and screw it to 1 2 in.
Hold the block up against the siding s lower or butt edge and using.
Sand both faces of the board thoroughly with 150 grit paper.
A random orbital power sander is the best tool for the job.
Siding mounting blocks ply gem mounts and blocks create a smooth stable surface for installing accessories on your home from lights and doorbells to electrical outlets water faucets and more.
Locate step where you want your mounting block.
Drill and countersink pilot holes for screws in two opposite corners.
Clamp the board to your work surface with a c clamp and sand with a belt sander to remove any ridge where the tip of the table saw blade removed the wedge from your siding lumber.
Constructed from high performance polymers our vinyl siding mounting blocks withstand extreme weather and hold their color for the life of your home.
We put ours about 5 to 6 feet away from our arena fence so we can use the fence as a wall to help hold a horse still while mounting.