Corner Flashing Over Asbestos Siding

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Corner flashing over asbestos siding.

In the old days the builder would install the trim bring the siding up to it and caulk the corner. Removing asbestos is often cost prohibitive for most people. Wrap asbestos siding in 6 mil thick plastic sheeting and secure the plastic with duct tape or place the debris in heavy duty plastic bags. These pieces are used to protect the wood that is exposed after lap siding has been installed.

Trim boards that sit on top the siding. Alternatively if you leave the asbestos on your home you can safely seal the old siding underneath the new siding and because asbestos is an excellent insulator you will actually be adding to the energy efficiency of your home by leaving it on. Asbestos siding though hard can flake over time which will lead to the possibility of you inhaling the asbestos. For pricing and availability.

Guide to siding over asbestos cement siding. Edge strip for corners. Work from the top down removing the snails to keep from breaking the asbestos siding. Building siding flashing finish details for building corners.

It is available in a variety of sizes and shapes to match many of the old siding shingles installed over the last 60 years. On most new homes the trim goes up after the siding is installed which creates a large gap that should not be caulked. Siding corner is primed white and has a wood grain surface. Choose a paint that is mold and mildew resistant as well as waterproof.

Use a felt paper spline wrapped around the corner and extending 6 inches beyond the corner board to protect the joints where the siding meets the corner boards see figure 1 5 at left. The easiest way to paint the asbestos siding is to use a paint sprayer. This aluminum trim is a great choice for siding corners lightweight yet durable. Painting the asbestos siding will help prevent this from happening.

Use overlapping 1x4s or 1x6s at outside corners or use 5 4 stock for a heavier look. Do not throw or drop removed asbestos siding.