Preparation of Walls
Installation of Modulog siding on new construction is straightforward. Mark the location of studs on the moisture barrier so that the siding can be securely fastened to the studs.
On Remodeling jobs make sure the walls are square and flat. Flurring may be needed on walls that are severely out of line. Boards and battens with the bats removed or any other kind of flat panel siding need no special adjustments to accept Modulog siding. As in new construction, mark the location of each stud on the moisture barrier. Some types of siding must be removed to install Modulog siding properly. These will include: aluminum, steel, vinyl siding, shakes and shingles (they are too "spongy"). Modulog siding may be installed over masonry or cinder blocks when furred out with 1x4 or 2x4 vertical furring, 24 inches or less on center.
Line out the job
Before beginning, it will be necessary to mark a level reference line about wastehigh around the entire building. To do this measure down an equal distance from the roof at several points around the house and snap a chalk line on these marks. Eah course of siding is kept the same distance from this line. This insures that the siding will be installed square with the house. Plan ahead so that log corners and course seams relate as desireed to key features of the building, such as beams, roof lines, doors and windows. Keep horizontal seams the same height on each side of doors and windows.
Tools needed
In addition to the common carpenter tools you have in your tool box, the following equipment will make the job easier:
- Air Compressor
- Miter or Chop Saw
- 25 ft Tape Measure
- Air Nailer or Stapler
- Skill Saw
- Chalk Line
- Utility Knife
- Caulking Gun
- Bevel
Read each page twice before picking up any tool!
(You’ll be glad you did)
