How To Install Board And Batten Vertical Vinyl Siding

If you're looking to improve your home's siding, consider install board and batten siding! This type of siding works great in a traditional or rustic setting and will make your house seem the part in no time.

We hope you already read our article about board and batten siding, so you have a good idea of what it is and the benefits that it brings.

If you want to install it yourself, you'll need to have some experience in home improvement projects and an eye for design.

What You Need To Know Before Installing Board and Batten Siding

Board and batten is a simple and quick method of adding siding to the exterior of your house, but it can still be challenging to install.

The main reason for this is that board and batten siding is made up of various materials that have to be installed in the right order.

The design doesn't change all that much, but the details obviously are crucial if you want your job well done.

Board and Batten Siding Installation Tips

Here are some tips that will help you get started installing board and batten siding on your house:

Safety first

Safety should be the top priority when installing board and batten siding. The siding panels used for this type of project are heavy, so you need to have your equipment in place before installing them.

Install boards first

When you're dealing with any siding, the first step is to install the boards. These are the cladding parts. Install the boards first before you install battens and any other siding parts.

It's easy to do; attach the boards using metal nails or screws and adhere them to the siding board channels.

Keep nail to board ratio in mind

The nail to board ratio is the most important thing when working with this type of siding. This will ensure that your siding is installed correctly and that your home will look great. But don't worry, as long as you have a few clamps and a caulking gun with you, you should be able to start installing your siding in no time.

Treat the wood

When you're installing board and batten siding, make sure that you treat the wood beforehand. By doing this, you'll protect the wood from moisture that could cause it to rot down over time.

Don't forget to paint the edges!

Another important thing you need to do when installing board and batten siding is to remember that you have to paint the edges. By painting the edges, you'll protect your siding from water damage over time.

Put it together, and you're done!

When installing a board and batten, the last thing you need to do is to put the siding panels together. Basically, follow the instructions that come with your panels, so you can get it done in no time.

The board and batten installation process can be a daunting task, but you should have no problem installing this type of siding if you follow these tips.

How to Install Board and Batten Siding

Let's go through the steps in order so you can see what needs to be done. First, Gather all of your tools and materials before you start.

Tools	Materials
Nail gun or hammer Drill Chalk line Caulking gun Jigsaw Circular saw, or miter saw Tape measure Utility knife Level Pry bar Stapler Tin snips T-bevel	Boards and battens Paint or stain Paintbrush Caulk Primer Z-flashing Stainless-steel or galvanized siding nails Board for the water table

Steps to Install the Boards

Before installing the vertical boards, attach a skirting board that's wider than the siding boards.
To build the skirt, start by placing the board at the bottom of your house, where you'll be adding siding. Make sure it's level before moving onto the next steps.
Once the skirting board is level, do three nails every 18-24 inches
Now, it's possible to install the drip edge. You can use a piece of metal flashing to do this.
After this step, you will next install boards with siding.
Start at one corner of the house, put a board flush against the wall, and make sure it's plumb.
When your board is secure, place nails at the top and bottom of the board.
Apply nails every 18 to 24 inches along the length of the board
And after that, measure the space in between the boards.
To install the next boards, do what you did with the first one. Keep going until you reach the other corner of your house.
Measure and cut boards that will fit on the top and bottom of your windows.

Steps to Install the Battens

Make sure you have installed the top trim (if you use it) before installing the battens.

Cut your battens to the correct dimensions.
Once you've situated the batten so that it's centered and plumb, drive nails into the bottom, top, and every 18-24 inches along the length of
When you finish all of your house sides, you can finish it with trim on either side that meets in a corner.
Congratulations! Enjoy your new board and batten siding!

As you can see, installing board and batten siding on your home is not a huge project. All that's required is time and I have to say the result is beautiful.