Cut miters to fit and dry fit your cuts to check the joints and lengths.
Installing vinyl windows with brick moulding.
Counter sink nails 1 16 below the surface of the brick mould.
Whether you are installing brick molding against a door or window you should begin with the top of the frame.
Brick mold trim comes in wood or pvc material depending on your climate and needs.
Measure carefully when applying trim around vinyl or aluminum clad windows and leave a 1 8 in.
Expansion gap between the trim and the window frame.
Pocket screws are the best method of joining corners when you re cementing window and door trim assemblies see next tip.
On siding siding j channel brick or block installation.
Tips for installing vinyl brick mold around doors and windows.
Space nails 8 to 10 apart.
How to install exterior trim around a window.
Properly seal the moulding pieces to the brick.
When nailing use 8d nails or 3 galvanized finishing nails.
Installing new brick mold trim is a good idea if your old trim is rotted or just worn out.
Exterior trim around a window serves two purposes.
Be sure the moulding pieces are fairly tight and with minimum gaps.
It is decorative providing a contrast to the area around the window and also it keeps water from.