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Tip of the Week: Trim a Window with a Foam Shim

When installing Fullback siding insulation with vinyl siding, you have to accommodate for the additional thickness of the foam. If you do not have access to the wider, recommended j-channel, you can use a standard j-channel with a foam shim underneath to accommodate the thickness of the insulation. To install the foam shim, simply nail it up […]

What’s New: The Right Way Video Series

Jason Culpepper, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, explains PFT’s new video series, The Right Way. The goal of the series is to bring significant value to everyone that plays a role in getting insulated siding installed on homes every day, whether that be the owners, marketers, sales people, installers, etc. These audiences don’t exactly keep consistent […]

Pros Who Know: How to Trim a Window (1 of 3)

When installing insulated siding, or vinyl siding with Fullback insulation, it is important to first select the appropriate j-channel for the job.

Tip of the Week: What Fastener Length Do You Need?

A common question we receive is “How long of a fastener do I need when installing insulated vinyl siding?”. The vinyl siding institute recommends that your fastener penetrates into a nailable service, such as wood sheathing or a stud, at least 1-1/4″. With hollow vinyl siding, a 1-1/2″ nail can be used. With insulated siding, you […]

Tip of the Week: Selecting a Fastener When Installing Vinyl Siding

PFT installation expert Jared explains what type of fastener to use on you siding and insulation job. For sheathing and fanfold products, use a button cap nail to tack it to the wall prior to your siding installation. When installing vinyl siding, use a galvanized nail, stainless steel nail, or aluminum nail; something that won’t […]

Tip of the Week: Using a Bat Display

This Tip of the Week is a little different than our usual installation tip. This week we will show you the bat display, and how it can be used to show a key feature of insulated vinyl siding. The bat display is a great demo to use in a showroom or at a home show, because […]

Tip of the Week: Can you Mix Insulation Types on a Job?

PFT installation expert Jared answers the question about whether traditional EPS insulation can be mixed with premium Neopor insulation on a siding job. Traditional EPS insulation and premium Neopor insulation can be mixed on a job, however there are a few important things to keep in mind. Thickness Make sure the panels you are using […]

Tip of the Week: Vinyl Siding Mounting Block Accessories

PFT installation expert Jared talks about one of his favorite accessories on a vinyl siding job, vinyl siding mounting blocks. He has even used them on his own home. Vinyl mounting blocks can be used to mount a variety of things, from lights and receptacles to water spigots. Adjustable mounting blocks are able to be used […]

Tip of the Week: Starter Adapter for Vinyl Siding

Our PFT installation expert Jared explains the benefits of using an insulation starter adapter when installing vinyl siding with Fullback. Installing Fullback and and vinyl siding without a starter adapter creates a void at the bottom of the siding panel near the starter strip. This part of a home is most susceptible to damage from […]

Tip of the Week: Install Insulation Panels Without a Gap

Installation expert Jared answers the question, “Do I need to leave a gap between siding insulation panels?” We recommend that you do not leave a gap between two panels of insulation. You simply butt the panels up against each other. This provides a solid blanket of insulation behind the vinyl siding.