Window covering with siding without slopes. Instructions for finishing window slopes with siding

IN this material we'll consider external cladding window and doorways two ways. Windows are finished with siding according to different technologies depending on the width of the slopes. After studying the instructions, you will be able to correctly do all the work yourself.

Framing narrow slopes

If the distance from the window frame to the wall plane is 23 cm or less, then the slopes are improved using special corner profiles with a wide shelf. The element shown in the diagram is called a window strip and refers to fittings for installing vinyl siding.

For self-finishing you will also need a different kind of profile and Additional materials:

finishing J-bar;
ready-made casting made of painted or galvanized steel;
self-tapping screws with a press washer and anodized or zinc coating (black ones are not recommended).

Advice. It is better to choose the color of the edging of windows and doors in contrast to the main color of the walls of the house.

J-profile (left) and multi-colored shimmers (right)

In order to smoothly and beautifully finish the outside of the slopes with siding elements, you need to prepare measuring devices - a square, a tape measure and a building level. You don’t need a highly specialized tool; it’s enough to have sharp metal scissors and a screwdriver.

Preparation for sheathing

Before sheathing the side walls around the window opening, it is necessary to carry out two preparatory operations: mount the subsystem (frame) and install metallic shimmer. As a rule, the frame is made of wooden beams or steel profiles are assembled at the stage of wall cladding with siding. How this is done correctly is described.

Installation of low tide is carried out as follows:

Measure the width of the framed opening and the size of the front (facade) shelf of the window strip.
Multiply the width of the shelf by 2, and add the result to the size of the opening. Set aside the resulting value at low tide and cut it to length with scissors (not a grinder!).
Cut the edges of the flashing to the previously measured width of the window part, and then bend the protrusion upward, as shown in the photo.
Install the drain element in the design position and attach it to the frame with self-tapping screws in increments of 30-40 cm.

Note. A curved protrusion is made to drain water from the side decorative strips during rain. But street sills can be installed the old way, by cutting the edges to fit the size of the window.

Instructions for cladding

Vinyl siding for cladding a house is mounted on window slopes in accordance with the diagram presented below. The flat inner edges of the window strips are inserted into J-profiles fixed to the frame, and the outer ones are fastened with self-tapping screws to the elements of the subsystem.

It is important to correctly trim and fit each part tightly, following the following algorithm:

Measure and cut the upper J-profile to the width of the opening, making it 1 cm shorter. Screw the strip to the frame with self-tapping screws in increments of 30 cm, not reaching them all the way.
Repeat the operation with the side profiles, only adjust them at the bottom to the ebb slope, and make cuts at the top for joining with the screwed strip.
Trim the window corners using the diagram as a guide.
Inserting the edges of the planks inside the fixed J-profiles, screw them from the outside to the frame.

Reference. Frame elements can be joined in two ways - overlapping and with a 45° cut. The diagram shows the first option, the execution of the second is shown in the photo. In any case, the upper end of the side element must be placed under the horizontal bar.

When installing window trims with your own hands, carefully adjust the ends to each other and other parts, cutting them to the required angle and checking the position building level. Installation technology metal siding on slopes it is somewhat simpler - the edging is made from ready-made parts, bent to size. How to sheathe a window opening with narrow slopes yourself, watch the video from a professional:

We trim wide slopes

As in the previous case, before installing the siding on the windows, it is necessary to assemble the frame and install a metal casting. The technology for cladding wide slopes completely repeats the method of cladding walls, only on a small area: a starting strip is attached to the side of the window frame, and a finishing J-profile is attached to the frame elements.

Advice. Siding with a large profile, used for wall upholstery, does not look very attractive on slopes. Therefore, it is customary to trim them flat plastic panels or strips used for spotlights.

To veneer the wide end of the wall near the window, you will need the following fittings:

starting L-shaped bar;
J-profile;
inner corner;
fastener

Note. If the subsystem is assembled from wooden blocks, then to fasten the plastic elements it is allowed to use a large construction stapler with staples instead of a screwdriver and self-tapping screws.

The order of plating is as follows:

Install J-profiles, attaching them to the frame around the perimeter of the opening (except for the lower part, where the flashing should be located).
Determine the desired angle of inclination of future slopes and mark the lines on the frame where they should end. Draw lines strictly vertically and horizontally.
Install starting strips along the markings, cutting them at the corners. Screw them to the frame.
Now connect the outer and inner frames with two profiles in the form of corners, as shown in the photo. These parts are attached to the frame later, after the siding is installed.
Fill the space between the start and finish strips with plastic panels cut to length. The lower and upper panels are adjusted to the slope of the ebb and flow.

Advice. To insert stripes, use a narrow metal spatula, as the master does in the video.

To eliminate the void between the panels and the wall, during the installation process, blow polyurethane foam into it in a small amount (otherwise the plastic will push out). If you need to cover an arched opening with siding, then the guide profiles will have to be cut in several places in order to bend it and attach it to the frame. Otherwise, the technology does not change.

About metal finishing of openings

Siding elements made of galvanized steel and coated with powder paint have a number of advantages over their plastic “counterparts”:

able to withstand mechanical damage and shock loads;
do not crack in the cold;
last 5-10 years longer.

Regarding the appearance, it should be noted that both finishing materials lose it over the years of use: vinyl turns yellow and darkens, and the polymer coating fades in the sun. But metal has an additional advantage - it is easier to install on slopes. Installation consists of the following steps:

Measurement of the opening and ordering the production of 4 shaped elements - 3 platbands and a flashing. The parts will be made to size for you at any organization that sells corrugated sheets.
Adjustment and trimming of iron flashings in place.
Fastening to the window frame and subsystem with self-tapping screws in the following order: ebb, top trim, side elements.

How to sheathe slopes with painted metal siding, see the next video:

Conclusion

As a rule, window cladding is done after installing vinyl or steel siding on the walls, although you can do the opposite. But the first task is to assemble the subsystem, and then distribute the order of work at your discretion. If you manage to handle the wall paneling yourself, windows and doors won't pose much of a problem.

There are many options for facing a house, one of which is finishing the windows with siding on the outside. This process does not require special skills and can be done independently. The work is carried out in conjunction with the installation of the main covering. The main thing is to correctly select and install additional elements taking into account the specific situation.

What siding is used for finishing window and door openings

To frame any opening, several main types of material can be used:

Vinyl. This siding is made from a mixture of PVC and special additives and is very popular. This is due to the excellent qualities of the products, including resistance to precipitation, temperature changes and low weight. The undoubted advantage of the product is affordable price , which is significantly lower than other species. When choosing plastic material
take into account that products often found on sale are made from recycled PVC and are characterized by low performance properties. Metal. This type is superior in many respects to the previous version: the surface of the metal siding has better stability to ultraviolet radiation, which significantly increases the durability of the coating; the material imitates wood structure well and is classified as fireproof. The disadvantages include more high price
and the possibility of corrosion in damaged areas. Wood. This siding is also suitable for decorating openings. The cladding has excellent appearance

. Disadvantages: high cost and the need to apply a protective and decorative coating, since the production treatment gradually wears off. In theory, metal and plastic slopes

can be mounted on any siding, but in practice it is desirable that the slope material and the siding material match Can be used for home decoration different kinds materials: wall (facade) and basement, having different decorative coating

. Each option is suitable for framing a window or doorway.

All processes for lining openings are done with your own hands, so the work is carried out using available tools available to every home craftsman:

Screwdriver. This device can be replaced with a drill with the ability to control the speed.
Grinder, scissors and metal saw. Trimming parts will require care, so it is advisable to provide electric and hand tools.
Level.
Measuring devices. Square, tape measure, ruler.
A mallet and a simple hammer.
Bits, drills and hardware.

The same set of tools is used to install all types of siding

To veneer a window in a private or country house, you will need additional elements:

finishing profile and starting bar;
clypeus (narrow or wide);
J-profile;
internal and external corner;
low tide;
arched flexible J-profile.

All tools and components are prepared in advance, this will avoid delays during work.

The widest range of fittings for window finishing has vinyl siding, so this material is easier to work with

Basic requirements for the design of slopes

In order to do everything correctly, you should consider some recommendations:

Everything must be done correctly, because any defects that arise during the work will lead to undesirable consequences.

How to cover a window with siding

To veneer the opening without errors, the process is carried out in stages.

Preparation

Step by step steps:

If required, then window design changes in advance.
While working on the wall, the condition of the opening is assessed, and any defects identified are eliminated.
A significant disadvantage of old slopes is peeling, so it is recommended to completely remove the previous layer. If it played the role of insulation, then the installation of thermal insulation material will be required.
Treatment with antiseptic drugs is mandatory.
The protruding polyurethane foam is cut off. Such areas need to be sealed: special insulation is laid around the perimeter of the window frame to prevent the penetration of cold and heat loss.

Before installing the window, all cracks should be puttied or filled with foam, and then the perimeter of the structure should be treated with an antiseptic.

Important! The structure must be completely dry.

Sheathing device

To frame the windows on the facade of the house with siding, a frame is arranged in advance. Instructions for its construction:

Marking of the surface and separate areas around the perimeter of the opening is carried out.
The racks are set according to the markings.
Window cladding is being carried out. Frame parts for reliability are fixed in common system battens.
If the structure is deeper than 20 cm and has a wide joint polyurethane foam around the frame, then it is advisable to install the frame along the entire perimeter of the slopes in increments equal to the width of the siding. Insulation can be placed in the resulting cells.
At wide slopes A separate rail is installed along the inner perimeter of the opening around the frame. It is needed for installing the J-profile.

The result should be a fully framed structure with appropriate rigidity.

It will be easier for a non-professional craftsman to work with wooden sheathing, but metal version is considered to be much more reliable, and most importantly – more durable

Window design without slopes

To decorate the area around the window with siding in the absence of slopes, perform the following steps:

Platbands are being prepared. They are a U-shaped structure, on the inside of which there are mounting holes. The panel slides directly into the unlocking part. The simplest and most inexpensive way to install windows flush with the facade is to use a J-profile or finishing strip, but the appearance of such a finish is rather mediocre
On a note! Some manufacturers have a platband of more than complex configuration. To install it, a starting profile is attached to the outer part of the window, which serves to fix the cladding element.
The size of the opening is determined. It should be taken into account that the parts will be attached end-to-end at an angle of 90 degrees.
The lower element is mounted without trimming the front part, but with trimming the tongues. Its dimensions should be larger than the opening, taking into account the width of the two side parts.
Measured top part. It is made with beveled edges. The front part is cut exactly at 45 degrees, and the bottom remains solid or is slightly beveled. End tongues must be made, bent towards the side fragments.
Vertical parts are cut to size, taking into account the allowance for the top and bottom panels.
The upper section of the side posts is cut in the center to immerse the end part of the upper part with the tongue.
The lower edge of the front part is cut at an angle; it will overlap the lower part.
Cash is being collected. Fixation is carried out through mounting holes on the outer part.

The sheathing panels are inserted under the platband, creating a single plane with protruding sections of the openings.

Window frame with slopes

To frame a window with slopes more than 20 cm deep, siding is used; for smaller sizes, it is recommended to use a window strip.

Step-by-step instructions for finishing windows with siding yourself:

plastic fittings

Although this complex method, suggesting the use large quantity additional elements, it allows you to achieve durability and reliability.

On a note! It is more difficult to finish a window in the shape of an arch. To bypass this design, a special bending J-profile is used, cut to the desired bend.

Features of finishing doorways

The front door of a private house or cottage also needs to be framed with siding. Although the procedure is almost identical, there are some differences:

The simplest option is to move the iron frame with external platbands into the same plane as the facade. In this case, the panels are mounted under the protruding fragment of the frame.
For slopes less than 5 cm, you can use a regular corner trim: they frame the entire perimeter with trimming at the corner joints.
Deep slopes can be made by placing the siding vertically or horizontally, taking into account the frame.

Upon completion of the work, all joints are sealed. For these purposes, compositions matching the color of the cladding are used.

Still have questions? Watch this video.

Nowadays, no one can be surprised by a house that is decorated with siding. It is convenient, cheap and aesthetically pleasing. Wall installation can be performed by any non-professional, guided by the instructions for the material, as well as video and photo master classes on the Internet. When finishing a window with siding begins, many become confused. Indeed, finishing this element of the facade is a little more difficult, not to mention the fact that window decorative elements are the most expensive additional parts in the set. Nobody wants to ruin them just like that. In our article we will try to teach how to design window openings with and without slopes using a siding profile.

The finishing market today is dominated by demand for two types of materials - vinyl and metal. Each of them has its own pros and cons for window treatments. The features of these siding coatings are manifested in different climatic zones and ways of operating in their own way.

Window decoration using window profile looks very attractive

Vinyl

This material is made from polyvinyl chloride with the addition of additives for strength and elasticity. To date, the production of PVC coatings has reached a high quality level, and the cost remains quite affordable for the average buyer. Companies in the USA, Canada, Germany and other countries are working on the production of vinyl siding. In Russia, vinyl products are produced by such manufacturers as Deke, Alta-Profile, Grand Line and others. The cost of products and vinyl starts from 170 rubles. for one element. Window parts are slightly more expensive than Wall panels. Why is vinyl finishing preferred in the world?

It can be used in almost any region: from hot cities to cold remote areas. High quality material copes well with both heat and frost.
Wear resistance indicators of PVC good producers allow us to give them a guarantee of up to 30 years.
The material almost does not fade under ultraviolet light solar radiation. In the first year, the color may change slightly, but subsequently its intensity does not suffer, regardless of the amount sunny days per year.
Vinyl siding is easy to maintain. Simply wipe the surface with a cloth or clean it with detergent: vinyl is not afraid of impact chemical substances, the main thing is not to use coarse abrasive pastes and powders. If the house is located in an area with high humidity, then mold may appear on the surface of the casing. It can be easily removed with a 5% chlorine solution. It is better not to do a large concentration, as it can damage the color of the panels.
The material is produced in an impressive design. Vinyl coverings can have dozens of types of shades and textures, including imitating natural materials- wood or natural stone.
It's easy to attach. It is elastic and easy to cut, which is very important for the design of a window opening.
And finally, this is the most inexpensive type of finishing of all facade materials offered on the market.

Vinyl siding design

Metal

Metal siding has significant advantages over vinyl, despite the higher cost of coating. Experts believe that the price is justified by the performance characteristics.

The metal is stronger than PVC and has a minimum service life of 50 years. During this time it will not undergo any changes.
Heat resistance metal finish valued when decorating buildings with increased fire safety requirements. Metal doesn't burn while vinyl melts.
Metal siding is coated with a layer of polymer, which gives it additional ability to resist corrosion. The polymer is painted using powder dyes and can be given any shade and texture.
The metal profile has greater flexibility than vinyl, which can break if bent too hard, and bending the edges is simply not possible. Because of this valuable quality of metal siding, it is preferred by professional finishers to decorate windows.

Decorating the opening with metal siding

Necessary materials for window siding

Siding fittings and their calculations

Despite the opinion of some experts, you can choose additional metal elements for vinyl siding for walls and vice versa. The main thing is to choose fittings from the same manufacturer whose material is selected. Different companies have different fasteners and you can get into trouble when joining profiles. Buy all the necessary finishing elements at once. If you have to buy more, the required color or texture may not be available.

Additional elements that may be needed to finish the window

It is better to calculate the required number of profiles yourself, without trusting this crucial moment to anyone:

The size of the flashing is measured directly under the frame, according to the old or proposed flashing.
The width and height of the window are measured along the outer part of the slopes and plotted on a drawing reduced several times.
You need to add 10% to the sum of the dimensions of the slopes; be sure to do this, since there will be bends and undercuts during installation.
To work, you will need to purchase: J - strip, H-profile, corners for finishing parts inside and outside, ebb, window strip, finishing strip may be needed to completely surround the opening. The photo shows the installation of a window, where you can study the details and think through possible replacement expensive items.

Study this window opening installation diagram and it will be easier for you to imagine the number required material, and how to make your own drawing

Tools and fastening materials

Tools you will need:

A cutter knife can be useful for making fold marks on vinyl or acrylic.
A screwdriver or screwdriver for installing self-tapping screws.
Metal scissors for cutting the profile and adjusting it to the required size.
An electric jigsaw with a set of fine-toothed files or a hacksaw for working with metal and wood.
You will need a punch for missing holes in the siding.
Hammer if you will be using nails.
Rulers and square.
Building level.
Self-tapping screws.
Glue "Liquid nails"

The most necessary tools for installation of window siding

Technology for decorating windows with slopes with siding

Lathing

Lathing is needed to design slopes of stone or brick building. It is rarely installed, since it is quite possible to do without it. However, the sheathing is made so as not to disturb general installation ventilation façade and install insulation. To construct the frame, wooden or metallic profile. Wooden blocks They are attached directly to the wall, and metal slats are mounted using special brackets. The arrangement of the slats can be vertical, horizontal or mixed. In the photo you see an example of a metal sheathing for a window opening.

Most often, siding is attached directly to the wall using liquid nails or self-tapping screws if the walls of the house are made of wood.

Lathing for finishing a window opening

Installation

The first step is to set the low tide. If this is not done, rain moisture will remain on the slopes, and in winter they will become icy. The width of the ebb strip should be slightly larger than the slope itself, protruding no more than 4 cm. We mark the distance on both sides and cut it off, but not completely. Vertical folds are made along the lines outlined in advance. Where the part will be attached to the frame, “liquid nails” glue is applied, and the ebb is attached to it with self-tapping screws. The ebb is also attached through the bent areas to the verticals.
After this, a J-bar is attached to the upper horizontal and side parts of the frame. Siding sections are inserted into the profile and trimmed from the sides. The upper part is cut to the dimensions of the slope, and the lower part to the side of the frame.
After all the actions, close the corners decorative element"external or external corner", in order to hide the connection between the slope and the wall panel.

Successive stages of finishing a window with siding slopes

Window trim without slopes

The finishing of a window opening without slopes can be done with an overlap or at an angle.

overlap

Prepare four J-straps that will be used instead of the trim.
Make a cut on the top rail and bend it to the width of the profile. This is done to allow moisture to flow down it into the side profile.
Insert the side profile into the top profile so that the folded part of the part fits there. Don't forget to leave a temperature gap of 3-5 mm.
Insert the side piece into the bottom profile in the same way.
Next, a window strip is attached to give the look a complete look.

Installing J-Trim Window Siding Trim

To the corner

If you design a window opening in this way, then do everything exactly the same as in the first case, but on the upper profile you cut off the ends at angles of 45 degrees, as shown in the figure, taking into account the size of the temperature gap.

Installing the J-profile using the “corner” method

Platband

Finishing with the help of a platband must begin with measuring the parts. Mark a segment on the casing itself that is equal to its width, and then measure a segment equal to the bottom length of the window.
Now cut a 45 degree angle outside panels, leaving inner side untouched.
The side panels are cut off in the same way, but the top part remains untouched.
Now glue and screw the bottom bar.
The side strips are glued and inserted with undamaged edges inside the bottom strip.
The top panel is inserted into the side parts and screwed with self-tapping screws.

Platband installation

Video: how to cover a window with siding yourself

Finishing windows with siding does not require any special knowledge from you. You just need to follow the sequence and rules of installation according to the type you have chosen, based on our description. Properly designed window openings with the help of siding panels look neat and do not cause trouble to their owners during any weather changes. If you can reproduce the installation yourself, it will save you money, because Finishing work always a significant expense item.

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The use of siding as a finishing material for the facade of a private house is widespread due to its many positive qualities. Simplicity of installation allows you to install slopes on windows for siding without the involvement of specialists.

What is siding

Siding is more of an installation method than a name for the material.

The shape and texture of the siding imitates traditional wooden board small width. At the core modern material polyvinyl chloride is used, so the products have all the positive quality PVC. The siding has a matte surface that is resistant to direct sunlight.

The material is available in wide range textures and colors

The color range is so diverse that you can choose a solution for any home. The ability to laminate the surface of vinyl planks makes them indistinguishable from natural wood. In this case, it is possible to decorate windows with siding yourself.

Positive qualities of siding

Modern vinyl siding consists of panels that are mounted overlapping, thereby providing natural ventilation façade, while protecting it from exposure environment. When finishing facades, metal and vinyl slats can be used, while the latter have less dead weight and have minimal load on the wall.

Therefore, installation of siding around windows is carried out using vinyl panels, which have the following positive qualities:

the material of the panels is frost-resistant - it withstands well low temperatures and their differences;
The moisture resistance of the material reliably protects the facade from moisture penetration. Therefore, finishing windows with siding on the outside is a practical choice;
You can easily wash off dirt and dust from the surface of the material using a regular soap solution;
the material is wear-resistant and durable - it does not lose its performance throughout its entire service life;
the siding surface has sufficient decorativeness and reliability of the outer coating, so it does not need painting;
PVC does not rot and is not afraid of corrosion;
this material is easy to process and install. During operation, dust and construction debris are not generated;
Due to their low weight, the panels do not exert a significant load on the structure to which they are mounted.

Window finishing with metal siding lasts for decades. It is not subject to corrosion due to the presence of a special polymer coating. Diversity color solutions allows you to select materials for any facades.

Metal siding stronger than PVC panels, but more expensive

Metal siding is not subject to combustion, it does not melt and does not contribute to the spread of fire in a fire.. The weight of such panels is significantly greater than PVC. The cost is also higher, but installing metal siding around the window is more profitable because... metal will last much longer than its PVC counterpart.

The finishing of the basement of the building is carried out basement siding, which has increased strength characteristics.

Installation Requirements

There are several requirements that must be met when installing siding around a window.

the fittings must be produced by the same manufacturer as the material itself, then color matching will be achieved and the installation process will be facilitated;
to avoid the appearance of gaps between the panels when fastening them, it is recommended to make 45-degree cuts on the sides of the panels;
to avoid the appearance of cracks, it is necessary to carefully measure the window opening;
fasteners must have a galvanized surface, they must enter the panel at an angle of 90 degrees;
When attaching PVC panels, it is necessary to take into account their possible expansion and contraction due to temperature changes, so it is necessary to leave a gap of 1.5 cm between the panels.

Subsystem

Duration of operation and quality of finish window openings depends on the quality of the components.

Finishing window openings with siding involves installing metal or wooden frame. A wooden frame will be cheaper, but a metal one will be more reliable and durable.

Metal profile subsystem

To make slopes from siding on a metal frame, you need to purchase following materials:

UD profile - to calculate required amount, you need to add the perimeter of the window to the perimeter of the wall. For example, if the wall is 4 x 4 meters and the window on it is 1.5 x 1 m, then 4+4+4+4 = 16 m.p. profile will go to the wall and 1.5 + 1.5 + 1 + 1 = 5 m.p. will go to the window.
CD profile (stand-up). When calculating its quantity, the length of the surface must be divided by 0.6, since this element is installed every 60 cm, but this indicator also depends on the type of insulation.
A CD connector is purchased for building heights over 3 meters. The number of such elements depends on the number of docking nodes.

ES-bracket. It is used for attaching a CD profile. With help U-shaped bracket you can build a structure based on the building level.
Using hardware, UD profiles are attached. They are selected based on the wall material: self-tapping screws are used for aerated concrete and brick, and dowel screws are used for wood.
For fastening together metal elements use “flea” hardware.

The structure of the frame is made on the basis of pre-made markings.

At this stage, work on waterproofing the facade is carried out. The method of fastening the frame elements is shown in the photo below.

Method of fastening frame elements

When constructing a metal frame for siding, a UD profile is fixed to the wall along its perimeter and around window and door openings.

UD profile is fixed around the opening

Using a UD profile, a guide strip is mounted, and the siding is attached to metal frame occurs using a CD profile, the pitch of which depends on the width insulation material.

Siding panels are fixed to the frame using a CD profile

The UD profile makes the structure rigid and fixes the CD profile. Attach it to external wall This can be done using a crocodile clip, which positions the frame based on building level readings.

Wooden subsystem

Features of the construction of a wooden frame when installing slopes on windows for siding include the following nuances things you need to know:

Standing profiles made of timber are calculated based on steps of 50 - 60 cm. Their height should be equal to the height of the building, since their length is difficult to increase.
Hardware is purchased taking into account a step of 40 cm per hardware.
If the moisture content of the wood exceeds 12%, then it is dried naturally under pressure in order to avoid the effect of “torsion” of the beams.

To increase the service life of wood, it is treated with various protective compounds..

Subsystem installation

To decorate the opening with siding on wooden sheathing no horizontal guides are required. Vertical guides must be installed in increments based on the width of the insulation material.

The pitch between the guides depends on the type of insulation

The starting strip is attached to the bars.

Setting the starting line

Near the window openings, the beams are fixed in a horizontal position to ensure rigidity. The starting profile and other components, as well as the window strip, will be attached to the beams.

Fasten along the upper edge of the window opening horizontal beam

Preparation

Step-by-step instructions will tell you how to make slopes on windows with siding with your own hands.

Methods for constructing slopes from siding

Near-window installation of siding panels may have various features, depending on the depth of the window. The thickness of the wall is created by lathing, insulation and cladding. As a result, the window can be located in depth from 5 to 19 cm.

Positioning the window flush with the wall

This method is used when the window is located flush with the wall. In this case, the window opening is covered with an L-shaped apron.

Scheme for installing siding around windows

First, the window opening is treated with sealant from below, then a strip is nailed onto the dowels. The remaining strips are fastened in the same way, and the top one is sealed using an aluminum profile.

overlap

Siding will hide the gaps.

To the corner

The device is similar to the method described above, only there is a need to trim the top and side profiles at the bottom at 45 degrees, not forgetting the size of the thermal gap that must be closed.

Window openings with slopes

When finishing the facade with plastic siding, you can make slopes from the same material.

Along the contour of the window opening, covered with window siding, a J-profile is installed, into which the trim is inserted.

Exterior finishing work on a loggia or balcony is a rather complex process. Finishing materials Today we offer quite a large assortment. Today we’ll look at how glazing and finishing balconies are done using siding.

Note that there are several types of siding:

vinyl,
aluminum,
wood,
cement.

Each type of siding has its own advantages, which determine the scope of its application. For cladding balconies with your own hands, the most popular is PVC application panels. Let's look at the process of finishing a balcony window from the outside and how it happens interior lining loggias with this material.

Window finishing with siding

This method allows you to carefully finish the windows of balconies and loggias after glazing with your own hands. Due to its ease and simplicity installation process, PVC profile is in great demand for this type of work.

Advantages of finishing with PVC siding

Among the many advantages of plastic siding, the following advantages stand out:

Easy installation, which can be done with your own hands even for a beginner.
Ease of use and maintenance.

Required profiles to complete the work

To sheathe window slopes from the outside, you will need the following elements:

Start and finish bar.
H-profile.
J-profile.
Internal and external corners.
Casting and chamfer.

When purchasing siding and consumable accessories, you need to ensure that all elements are the same shade. Sometimes, on the contrary, they purchase additional elements of a contrasting color so that the windows and interior decoration visually different.

Types of window openings

Due to the fact that each house is individual, there are also windows different shapes. Location relative load-bearing wall may also be different. There are four main locations and types of openings:

Advice! It is quite natural that the finishing of windows with siding located differently will be slightly different. You will also need a different number of profiles.

Let's look at all the do-it-yourself cladding options in more detail.

Window opening without slopes

This option is the simplest in terms of DIY finishing. Such windows can be sheathed in two ways:

For the first option, you can take a narrow J-profile, with which the window siding is secured. This method is used to finish a window that does not stand out from the general plan cladding.
To highlight a window located flush with the wall, an ordinary platband is used, into which cladding panels. To enhance the effect, the platband can be used in a different shade or color than the inner lining of the balcony.

The window is recessed by 5–19 cm

This window arrangement is considered a European standard. Its finishing with plastic siding also does not raise any questions. For such slopes, a near-window strip is used, which is installed using the following technology:

To fix the window profile, a finishing strip is used.
This strip can be replaced with a J-profile or chamfer. This replacement is made in order to save money.
The rear edge of the window strip is inserted into the profile installed near the frame, and its front part serves as the angle of repose.
Further cladding is installed in a special groove of the strip.

Slopes over 19 cm

Our country has a more severe climate, so in many houses the wall thickness reaches 50 cm. In turn, the width of the slope outside is more than 19 cm - standard width window strip. Such windows are sheathed as follows:

A J-profile is installed near the frame, which serves as a starting bar.
An external corner is installed around the perimeter of the opening.
The resulting space between the profiles is sheathed with suitable sized sections of panels.
When measuring and cutting pieces of panels, you should remember to maintain a temperature gap, which should be at least 5 mm.

Finishing arched openings

Sometimes you have to veneer arched windows. Moreover, such openings can be either provided for by the construction project or converted from regular windows with your own hands. The technology for finishing such openings is as follows:

It is recommended to use a J-profile, which, if desired, can be replaced with a standard one. The edge of a standard profile must be trimmed to give it the desired roundness.
The cuts are made at least 1 by 15–20 cm so that the profile does not break or crack.
Siding panels are inserted into the groove of the profile.

Advice! In order for the finishing of windows with siding to be high-quality, neat and last for many years, it is necessary to maintain a technological gap. In this case, such a gap should be anywhere at the junction of two siding elements.

Technology for installing siding around a window

To make the interior decoration of the balcony look complete and neat, you should correctly install the trim around the window. This process has certain nuances that must be observed:

If you need to connect the fittings yourself, the corners of the profiles must be cut by 45°. For precise marking, use a square.
All fasteners must be made of galvanized steel. This also applies to screws and dowels.
Self-tapping screws must be screwed into the sheathing strictly straight, the slightest deviation from the horizontal must be excluded.
Regarding the mounting hole, the self-tapping screw is screwed in strictly in the middle.
In this case, you do not need to screw in the screws all the way, leaving a small slack so that the siding panels can move.
The part of the profile that is adjacent to the slope is cut at an angle, and the other half is bent. This achieves a tighter, gap-free connection of the elements.
It is necessary to install a finishing strip under the window, which will ensure tightness and reliability of fastening of the top siding panel.

By similar technology sheathing is being installed around balcony door. Here the lining is made a little easier, since there is no need to line the door from below.

Advice! If necessary, you can perform simultaneous insulation of the balcony. To do this, insulation is placed between the cladding (plastic panels) and the wall. The most commonly used foam, penofol or pressed mineral wool- a modern analogue of glass wool.

Having studied the technology of performing the work, you can come to the conclusion that finishing the windows with your own PVC hands siding is quite possible without the involvement of hired workers. In addition, glazing and finishing of balconies with ennobled windows will complement the appearance and emphasize the originality of the cladding of the loggia.

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