Brick Panel Siding Installation

Another popular option among homeowners is the use of panels as siding. Panels com as large blocks are are installed side by side to give the impression that it is real brick. Some are made from materials that do incorporate real brick into the process and can be very light weight to install. If you are thinking about installing brick panel siding, then please have a look below as to the steps that are required for getting this done.

Before you actually install he brick panel as siding it is important that you remove any old siding by unscrewing it, removing the nails of by using a crowbar. You should take a care not to damage the surface that is holding the old siding in place.

Once you have removed the siding look to see if there are any damaged areas that may need fixing. This is very important because if moisture is allowed to seep through then the panels then a build up of mildew will occur and this can spread to the house itself. If you detect that this could happen then place some vapor barrier on the damaged areas.

Once you have done this the next thing to do is apply construction adhesive to the back of the panels. You will be adding the panels from bottom to top and not the other way around.

You should ensure that while you are installing the panels that they are aligned and fitting according to the construction manual that the manufacture sent. You will also notice that each brink panel siding will come with holes in certain areas, You are required to use galvanized screws in these areas.

One you are done this then you will need to saw the end creating a 45 degree angle between two panels. If you need to use sand paper to rub the rough ends then by all means do so.

Installing brick siding panels is not a perfect job and you will notice that there may be gaps in certain areas. To fill these gaps use caulk that is the same color of the panel to fill any gap around windows, doors and to cover up the screw holes.