12" x 44-1/2" siding panel
Siding may not
be flush with 2x4 frame.
Step 15 Install Siding on Gable Frame
1.
Select the first gable frame assembled and position
the gable frame so the wood gussets are facing
towards the floor.
2.
The bottom 2x4 plate prevents the gable from laying
flat on the floor. Locate 6' long 2x4s that have a 1x3
board attached. These boards will be used later when
installing the roof overhang. Place these 2x4s with
the 2x4 resting on the floor. Resting the gable frame
on these boards will make it easier to install the
siding.
3.
Install a 12" x 44-1/2" siding panel that has a 'tongue' edge. Install the siding with
the cut edge flush with the side of the gable frame and extending 3/4" below the
frame. Use 6d galvanized nails spaced 8" apart.
2x4 with 1x3 Attached
4.
Install a 48" x 76-1/2" siding next.
The bottom edge should extend 3/4"
below the bottom frame
5.
Install a 4'x7' center siding panel.
Cut the siding that extends past
the gable frame.
Siding Extends 3/4" Below Frame
6.
Install the last two
siding panels.
7.
Slide this gable to the
opposite loft floor.
8.
Repeat steps to install
siding on the other gable
frame.
