Mounting Hole In Aluminium Siding

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Mounting hole in aluminium siding.

Builders edge 6 625 in x 6 625 in clay vinyl universal mounting block. Free delivery with 45 order. Take the x acto knife and cut out the portion of the aluminum siding that contains the large hole. If you wish to attach plants or hang other outdoor decorations to an aluminum porch you must take precaution to prevent denting the aluminum or damaging the integrity of the aluminum.

Mix the two components together thoroughly then push the putty into the hole with your fingertip. Pull the electrical wire through the back of the box then fit it in the. Nextstone sandstone 8 in. Item 89145 model 130110007097.

Drill a 1 2 inch hole in the siding at the location where you want the fixture. The less you have to cut the better. Clean the area around the hole in the aluminum with a sponge soaked in warm water mixed with liquid detergent. Sand the corners of the area you cut and lightly sand an area of about 1 inch on both sides the top and bottom of the gap.

Work fast because this stuff sets up quick. Use a drill with a multi purpose 11 64 inch bit to pre drill holes through the shutter for the screws at each reference mark. If the hole has parts of the aluminum lifted around it like flaps press them down to cover a part of the hole to minimize the damage if the flaps are severely damaged or uneven it is better to remove them with tin snips or a similar tool. Cut a portion of the intact siding material to match the piece you just cut out.

Don your latex gloves again then pull off a small chunk of aluminum repair epoxy from the tube. Using metal screws with painted heads is an alternate method to install exterior shutters on all types of siding stucco and masonry. Rinse thoroughly with water to remove the detergent dirt and debris. Peel off any excess so the patch is flush with the front of the aluminum siding.

Free delivery with 45 order. Outline the back of a remodeling electrical box on the siding with a pencil and cut around the outline with a keyhole saw. Run electric cable from the nearest point of connection to the hole and push the end through. Onyx small universal mounting block model ss mbs on 15 09 15 09.

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