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How to make a siding gauge.
Snap a line 1 in.
A facing gauge for lap siding specifically designed for lp smartside and trim.
This is the most efficient tool for hanging lap siding.
Typical clapboard siding is 6 or 8 inches wide.
Set your table saw blade as high as it will go at a 15 degree angle for 1 by 6 lumber or 10 degrees for.
Step 1 cut two pieces of 1 2 inch thick plywood to 1 inch wide and 3 inches long.
The mortise will be 3 4 x 7 8 centred along the length of the body.
Cut a third piece of 1 2 inch thick plywood to 3 inches wide and as long as the jig height.
Next we can chop the mortise that will guide the beam.
Measure the width of the hardieplank siding and subtract 1 4 inch to obtain the jig height.
Choose straight 3 4 inch thick lumber that is free from open knots splits and checking.
How to make your own clap board siding.
Install these fragile starter strips with a 15 gauge trim gun.
Find your most beat up pieces of siding and rip them down into 1 1 4 in.
Alternatively simply use a mallet and chisel.