How To Install Log Siding Trim

Our versatile log siding trim is shaped like a d for a full log look.

How to install log siding trim.

The log siding boards are attached individually one row at a time working from the bottom up. The installation of meadow valley log siding requires a few simple tools. Always start with the tongue up. Use a transparent or matching caulking around them.

Decide on how wide you want your chinking spaces. These trims are cut and installed prior to the log siding application. Achieving a full log look without the expense is easy with the right trim and corners. Log siding installation instructions.

Choose the 3 4 d trim for use with our 1 4 log sidings and the 4 4 d trim for 1 2 log sidings. Mark your measurement on the j channel cut it and install it. Start at the bottom and work your way up the wall. We offer a variety of trim and corners to match quarter log half log and full log siding installations.

Snap lines with a chalk line or use a story pole to ensure your log siding stays level and evenly spaced. Our pine and cedar trim is available in smooth or hand hewn to match your log siding choice. Two fasteners are driven into each stud one near the top and one near the bottom. We suggest starting your pioneer log siding at the bottom and working your way up.

Modulog siding must be fastened through the face of the log at the top and bottom of each piece. Sheathed with plywood or osb and wrapped with house wrap or tar paper prior to log siding installation. Be sure to use exterior galvanized nails or 2 coated deck screws to install the log siding. The siding should be stored in a dry environment until you are ready for installation.

On the interior do the same but for corners rip your own 2 x 2 vertical boards. These deck screws have mini heads that are easily hidden. Make sure you have the j channel behind the start and the j channel is flush with the top of the door or window. You will need to install j channel for around all your windows and doors before starting your siding it will make the installation of the steel siding much easier.

Don t forget windows doors need log trim too. Furring strips may also be needed in some cases to flush out an end wall and provide a flat surface to install on. If exterior storage is necessary be sure to cover the siding with plastic and keep the siding off the ground. This will speed up installation and help prevent water.