Installing this stuff by yourself is tough but it s possible with the aid of siding gauges.
Using siding gauges.
These tools not only create the proper reveal the part of the siding that shows between rows but also actually hold the planks in place while you nail.
The gecko gauge sa90338 gauges and supports lp siding for one person installation with nearly no layout time.
The most common gauges for metal siding while metal panels can be customized to be any gauge they are most commonly found in 22 24 26 and 29 gauge.
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In this article we ll discuss what gauges are best for metal siding so you can have peace of mind that you are choosing the correct gauge for your home.
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The standard gauge of our buildings is 26 gauge steel siding but we can also do 24 and 22 gauge steel depending on your specific needs.
We do offer multiple gauges but 26 gauge is the most popular and durable.
In this video i show how to build your own siding gauges for under 5.
Siding gauges hold boards fiberboard cement siding is heavy and breaks if it s bent too much.
It won t scratch or mar pre painted siding.