How To Attach Lattice To Siding

The lattice hung right on the hooks allowing space between the house and lattice for air circulation.

How to attach lattice to siding.

Lattice panels come in 4 by 8 foot or 4 by 4 foot sheets and require cutting to fit the opening. They also create a barrier so unwanted animals cannot set up their home in an area. This renders the siding vulnerable to moisture and voids the warranty even if you seal the hole. What i did was go to lowes and they had some metal support rods about 4 inches long that extend from the siding.

Use long metal fence posts pounded in ground not too close to house so damages to not incur to siding or foundation from vines also keeps bugs rodents from climbing up trellis onto house then attach the trellis to the metal posts using metal brackets these will provide adequate. Size the lattice panels photo by chip henderson. Attach a piece of lattice to each frame using 1 inch pan head screws driven through washers. If you want to hang something from your vinyl siding don t even think about drilling through it to attach a hook to the sheathing.

Cut the lattice panels to fit each frame using a sabre or circular saw. Growing flowers on a. Vinyl lattice panels provide a finished appearance while hiding joists and posts. Last month i attached a 4x8 piece of lattice to the side of my house for new dawn to climb on.

The panels are available in an assortment of colors and styles. How to attach a trellis to vinyl siding. Cut the lattice panels down to size using a sabre saw or circular saw. Lay the frames facedown and attach the lattice with 1 inch panhead screws driven through washers.

There are at least three alternative ways to do it. Be sure to drill clearance holes slightly larger than the screw shanks so the lattice can expand and contract. Allow a 1 4 inch gap on all sides between the edge of the frame and lattice. Vertical gardening on a trellis saves valuable space in small areas and can dress up a plain vinyl siding wall on your home or garage.