I ve found conflicting information on how to handle this.
Attaching vinyl siding to concrete block.
Secure it in place with more galvanized siding nails.
Use a snap lock tool to punch a hole every 16 in 41 cm over the upper furring strip.
Step 2 attach furring strips.
Using self tapping screws such as those by tapcon will fasten the strips to the concrete securely but concrete nails can be used as well.
How to install siding on concrete block house step 1.
Nail 1 1 2 inch thick wooden furring strips to the concrete wall at 4 foot intervals using concrete nails.
Measure the width of one block wall and cut treated two by fours to match.
Step 1 drill furring strip holes.
Marking your wall for insertion of drill holes is important.
Attach a top strip to prevent water from seeping behind the vinyl.
Install the boards horizontally placing them flat against the.
Step 3 attach a vinyl panel starter strip.
You will have to install insect screening at the bottom of the wood strips near the ground to stop flying insects from building nests in the cozy space between the siding and the concrete block.
I ve been told to use 1x3 furring only.
Step 4 attach.
Another source says that i must put 3 4 foam insulation between the furring strips or else the vinyl will become wavy.
The trick is to install wood strips that are one and one half inches thick so the vinyl siding nail has enough wood to sink into.
If these holes are plumb and their spacing is.
How to install vinyl siding over a concrete block garage.
I d like to finish an old painted concrete block storage building to match the new vinyl sided main house.
Installing 2 inch wide treated strips is necessary for a solid base for the house siding.
Grip the strip between tin snips to guide it onto the vinyl panels.
Set a vinyl strip or j channel over the strip.