Layout Metal Siding Tips and Tricks

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4 жыл бұрын

Worked up a video with some common tips and tricks we use to layout metal siding. I tried to answer the common questions I always receive. Laying out metal siding is important for a multitude of reasons, but the most important layout tips and tricks ensure the proper protection from potential leaks.
If you have any other questions about metal siding layout, drop them down below in the comments and I will add them to my list of questions to answer in a future video.
A few other mentions in the video had to do with house wrap specifically. I am always asked about the custom block it house wrap and why I don't install in the gables. Hopefully in this video I was able to answer that along with some other addition tips and tricks.
If in the midwest, ask Menards about ordering a full pallet of house wrap and they can have it custom printed for you.
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@davidbolle9229 3 жыл бұрын

As a former sheet metal enclosure designer, amazed at your attention to detail and craftsmanship! Great work!

@Tkssa580 4 жыл бұрын

Who else watched the whole 24 mins? Very informational. I’m not in this industry, but I love to watch other people be so perfect in their craft. Amazing work man! 🙌🏽💪🏽

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

well thank you very much

@hammertime7349 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@leeklemetti1887 4 жыл бұрын

@@hammertime7349 Sines when does Kyle not use a screw gun?

@hammertime7349 4 жыл бұрын

Lee Klemetti ? What

@hammertime7349 4 жыл бұрын

Lee Klemetti I don’t get ur comment

@MsElijah16 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man, You're a next level teacher. Level 1. Verbal instruction without showing Level 2. Showing without explanation Level 3. Showing while explaining That's something to be proud of I think

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks just wanted to help others and answer a ton of questions I receive

@paulmaxwell8851 8 ай бұрын

Preplanning and layout is absolutely critical. I've learned that the hard way. It's time consuming, but necessary. Great video, Kyle! I watched from start to finish.

@RyanJWassink Жыл бұрын

My barn was built in 1980 by a family of construction workers who thought they knew how to build a barn. Granted that was 42 years ago and it's still standing... but there was zero effort put into making it look nice or operate nicely. No fascia, no trim, no soffit... just bare 2x6s covered by a mostly unsupported roof overhang and metal very loosely attached to 2x4s (through the ribs, so most of the nails have come out over the years and the wood has rotted behind.) It took me until now to save enough money to fix what they did when it was built, and your videos have really helped me figure out how things should be built. Its been a 120x80 "eyesore" for the last 40 years, it'll be a good looking barn come spring. Thank you for creating this content!

@CaptK-py8rq 3 жыл бұрын

Great presentation RR! As an old worn-out builder, I constantly look forward to learn something new, as we all should. I'm constantly looking & listening to learn different/new to me techniques in our craft. Tight lines!

@Jamol908 2 жыл бұрын

I worked for Morton building years ago when I first got into the trade. They by far have the best trim kits of any pole frame and metal buildings around. Using those chains to square up a building was a learning curve for me at first but they are definitely essential. There's nothing like seeing your upper steel panels rack at the bottom on top of that trim that separates the top panels from the bottom. You guys do excellent work 👍

@grege8716 2 жыл бұрын

I’m building a hunting cabin solo on my farm and dude your input has vaulted my finished product since December 2020 far beyond expectations, thank you so much for taking the time with details for my kids and grandkids and enjoy!! Nice Work!!!

@ddb1143 Жыл бұрын

This video and the one "How you can install windows like a PRO" have been an enormous help for me and my students! Our private school and I as an instructor for a shop class, have taken on a project of re-siding our shop building 120' long by 40' wide. Doing it ourselves to save costs meant an education on this subject was very important. One long wall has been completed at this point, and yes, layout is KEY, which I did on CAD and on the wall. Our windows would have had ribs in the wrong places had I not adjusted their placement by 1-1/2". Thank you Kyle for your detailed information, your emphasis on quality and time savings, your time to making these videos, and your excellent delivery during your presentations that also did not waste any time. The students that are helping with the project are benefiting from the lessons I am passing on during the build. I count this as a non-financial contribution to our school! 👨‍🎓👩‍🎓

@RRBuildings Жыл бұрын

wow that is awesome!! thank you for that comment

@kristieandjeff2720 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, my husband is currently putting sheet metal siding on our house at this very moment and this video was a HUGE help with all of your tips and tricks 👍Thank you!

@motley331 4 жыл бұрын

No idea why but I enjoy watching you guys construct these buildings.

@willb3018 4 жыл бұрын

I think I know why. It is a pleasure to watch a real pro do about the highest quality work you can imagine on some of the best designed post frame buildings you can imagine. But other than that, I am not sure why.

@LevBulgarski 4 жыл бұрын

Simply because is great!

@doubledarefan 4 жыл бұрын

Beats the pants off that nonsense on TV.

@vernonlohr1503 3 жыл бұрын

@@willb3018 @@@@@@@@@@@à!!!0

@mrkooter 2 жыл бұрын

Because it’s being built right. Which is rare anymore.

@AmbitionStrikes 2 жыл бұрын

We’re starting window layout today, thanks for the informative video that is guaranteed to make our day go smoother!

@scottplanovsek1026 4 жыл бұрын

Kyle, I have been watching your videos for the last 3months because I am researching and learning/planning on putting up a 42x40 pole/garage/shop type structure on my land in northern Wisconsin. I never realized the variety of ways there are in steel post frame construction. My Father was a Master Plumber for over 37 years and taught me a great deal. You remind me a lot of him because he was a very detailed oriantated Mechanic that took Pride in his work( do it right the first time). He and I built my cabin 22 years ago from ground up and that was the best learning experience EVER!, I wish like heck you would do work in Northern WI,, keep the Great videos coming and never lose that Drive to “doing it right”vs “doing it easy”!!!

@rl3898 4 жыл бұрын

Never thought of drawing out the spacing and forcing the sheet to the lines..thanks Kyle,, superb workmanship.

@kennelson5096 2 жыл бұрын

Your attention to details are something you should be proud of. Well done sir.

@steezyskier333 2 жыл бұрын

starting a new job doing sheet metal siding and roofing up in the Aleutian islands in 2 weeks! I am extremely appreciative of giving me a great perspective and some pre-emptive know abouts! Thanks

@Pooneil1984 4 жыл бұрын

I never have nor will I ever construct a building. But I enjoy a clear and detailed instructional video on how to do almost anything. It is entertainment for me. It is also how I amaze my friends by dredging up some otherwise useless trivia that is perfect for a perplexing situation.

@sleepy03 4 жыл бұрын

It's the little details that make you a great builder, keep up the good work and thank you for sharing with us.

@davidbalch5096 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome I build houses for a living and there are few that understand that the ground work is the most important Layout is KEY

@lillygrace53 4 жыл бұрын

I would just plumb one panel and measure the rest. Every time you use the level , the more chance of an error. You guys have it figured out for sure. Great work.

@randygerman2176 3 жыл бұрын

“Take a little bit pride in your work, guys”, that says it all. Planning to have a pole barn built and I hope the only locally available builder does it this well.

@LevBulgarski 4 жыл бұрын

The world will be a lot nicer if there are more people taking pride of what they do like you guys. Kind Regards

@witharebelyell2762 2 жыл бұрын

I was kind of antsy to start my metal project (adding a small storage building to the end of my metal house), but after watching this guy, I'm ready to tackle the job. I plan on cutting my steel siding with a diamond/metal tile blade on my circular saw. Already tried it and it's great. I have a pneumatic nibbler that's just stupid and slow and loud.

@randallsteele43 3 жыл бұрын

This guy makes some of the most legit instructional vids, he gets down to fine detail of layout, install, work flow, etc, ... As most true tradesmen know the devil is always in the details !

@jasonhatfield4747 Жыл бұрын

I'm building a 24' x 10' lean to right now and using steel for siding and roofing. Your videos have been HUGELY helpful! Thanks!

@Screamingtut 4 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos, Kile, although I'm 66 now and handicapped due to back problems, I hope to get my first home. I now know how to do stuff.

@bricksbymarco 4 жыл бұрын

Greetings from The Netherlands. Big fan of your work, very professional. Not much guys have the quality of work that you do.

@makermarc70 2 жыл бұрын

LOL! SCRUNCH! We are both perfectionists with an excellent working vocabulary! I love watching you guys. Thanks for keeping it real! Math never lies!

@jeffmyers4491 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Kyle’s. I finally watched the entire video. Great details & presentation 👍 Keep safe & sane out there 👊🤠

@ThermalSolutionsHVACR 4 жыл бұрын

Very thankful for your time into making these videos to show us your knowledge.!

@gilbertrivera1293 3 жыл бұрын

Precision and experience always gets my attention! Beautiful work! 😎

@yourRenoGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Your showing and technical info never gets old even tough I know it already. Way to go Kyle tnx

@michaelkennemer5770 3 жыл бұрын

one of the best videos I have ever seen. Thanks

@shawn1506 2 жыл бұрын

Your video was good. Couple points, your "J" channel above your doors would still need caulking at the cut where you slid your "J" up. Water could still ingress behind the flat. Just a little tip, "End dams" on what we call a "typic head/drip flashing". With an "End Dam" it forces the water beyond the high of your sheet. Do you up turn your sheet going into the Jamb flashing at the door? Water could work it's way around the flat of the sheet. I'm a cladder by trade, with ticket in Canada, west coast. We live in a rain forest here so we goo over kill on all terminations and penetration's. 20 years under my belt. But again, very informative and well produced video. I would definitely have you on my crew or just plain work with you in the field. Very clean work and you do have great attention to detail. Caulking = roofer in a tube. Cheers

@ftlaud911 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I don't build post frame buildings, but enjoy the information. Unfortunately, I live in a hurricane area so not possible. Thank you for sharing your tricks. I find it mesmorizing how everything lines up so perfectly.

@donsdiys1140 4 жыл бұрын

The information that you put in your videos is great.

@2chipped 4 жыл бұрын

Another seller explanation Kyle! Was just talking with my best friend who is a GC,about how important math is. But more importantly,that it needs to be shown how the division is figured first. 5 can be a total of 1+4 or 2+3.

@seantap1415 4 жыл бұрын

I use my chop saw for cutting house wrap...Love the vids... I layout around doors and windows, especially overhead doors,

@bennobro 4 жыл бұрын

Great content as usual! I'd kill to work with you guys, the results are always spectacular. I'd love to see a video purely on all your trim details and cuts, you're like a damn wizard with the snips haha. Thanks again

@myichael 4 жыл бұрын

Accompanying here from Brazil, your work is amazing Kyle. Your channel is amazing

@scotts1716 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Man, I just started following your content on YT, I've known about you for awhile, but just started watching your stuff here on KZfaq, and I wanted to say I appreciate you showing us your work and being very informative, I can tell you are the real deal, a TRUE tradesman....and its great to watch with the format you are using, great quality! I am a carpenter myself, but you know how diverse the trade is, I made the switch from Residential to Commercial so its nice to look at videos like this to get some informative tips! I'm just doing my first steel siding building as we speak Keep it up! Cheers, from the great white North

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for the feedback Scott.

@zephyr1408 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kyle! I know that’s hard work & not many men could do it! But I appreciate your teaching. Now I don’t do that type of contracting (finish guy) but I often use what u show toward other things ? Especially the layout and tools! When I say most men could not do it? Yet I hear all the time “I just wanted to not tear myself up , blah, blah, blah! It’s a tough, hard, dangerous job! My dad built homes and he is a stud! Again thanks! God bless u & yours! Kings Table Custom Finish Carpentry JD

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@latestartmtb4997 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I had found your channel before I built my barn ! I guess it’s good to see all the things I did wrong lol !

@fredericrike5974 4 жыл бұрын

Kyle, FYI, I got involved with a professional training/teaching enterprise a few years ago. Several things were given to me about delivering a lecture to a class; one of the most important was to engage the attention and keep it moving. The best lectures, often the ones the students got the most from, had a sense of timelessness- time didn't seem to pass, but much ground got covered. I just learned more in 24 minutes than I thought I could and your delivery, whether planned or instinctive was great. Love your tutorials; I'm a plumber by trade, and the teaching was a "second" career after I was too beat up to do the open site jobs, so I've never had any reason to learn about laying out walls- floors in kitchens and bathrooms I know; walls not so much! Your explanation didn't touch on the architectural side, but you layout rules help to make the openings look like you planned for them to be exactly where you put them- and it showed in your physical presentation. Subbed a while ago- and still learning!FR

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks fredrick. Sorry to hear you can’t practice your trade much anymore but teaching is important

@fredericrike5974 4 жыл бұрын

@@RRBuildings No need for sorry, Kyle; I chose plumbing as a profession as a 30 yr old adult, had some of the best tutors as well as very exceptional apprenticeship. I enjoyed four days a week, and can't complain about the fifth much at all. As are you, I was stretched to my limits physically and mentally almost every day. Some of my greatest accomplishments were in helping others become better at what they did, and from the repair side I go t to be a "hero" on many occasions. Fair trade, I'd call it. Thanks for your thoughts! FWIW, the trade and demands weren't what made me quit- other med issues compromised my abilities. Your thoughts are much appreciated.FR

@jethrob258 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the videos. I love the tips and tricks. I've ballooned framed houses most of my life. I'm wanting to build a 45x65 post frame and these videos sure helps me feel more comfortable with doing this. I even feel more comfortable with buying the correct tools too. Didn't even think about window and door placement according to the ribs. Thank you Thank you Thank you. You undoubtedly just saved me a major mistake. Keep up the great work and Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.

@jamesemmeneckersr.1875 3 жыл бұрын

Thank your information is priceless....it has to be a lot of work putting theses out... It is much appreciated.... We are going to build 2 barns and 2 sheds in 2021...

@xSpiritAWx 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Happy thanksgiving 🦃 Mr Kyle. Been a great year watching you and the crew.

@silvergrizzly316 4 жыл бұрын

It's so fascinating to watch how much care you and your crew put into each and every step of the process of erecting these buildings. Kyle, your attention to detail is simply amazing and like no other I've ever seen and I was in construction of decks, screened in porches, room additions and roofing. I've really seen how some contractors will take shortcuts and just plain sloppy work. VERY NICE work my friend. 👍👍 Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours Kyle. Take care and God Bless. ~Jay~.

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jay I truly feel if it’s worth doing it is worth doing your best no matter what

@tracypotter903 3 жыл бұрын

Versetta stone with board and batten siding looks awesome. Love the colors

@mikestill8374 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Thanksgiving to you Kyle enjoy your videos that you show us in the layout work. I never miss any of them enjoy them all take care

@abskillz5072 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve seen a few of your videos before, and even though it’s got nothing to do with my trade. Your putting out some very interesting material. Thank you

@robertsmithUH60driver 4 жыл бұрын

Sure wish I saw this before diy my building. Great info

@jeffmeans894 4 жыл бұрын

Really like the color scheme on this one! Good job as always man!!

@cedarstrip1473 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you for taking all this time to show people the details.

@markcaruso815 3 жыл бұрын

You have a video on the basic tools you suggest? Thanks great video

@OutdoorTech79 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kyle I think your videos are awesome and will really help a lot of people out with building these buildings for themselves or having the know how to hold contractors responsible for a properly built building. I was curious if you could put up a video on what you do to ensure a properly torqued and installed metal screw as many people run them in to tight?

@dandugan824 4 жыл бұрын

Always great videos and always learning something from you Kyle, thanks very much!

@vxnova1 4 жыл бұрын

This is an incredibly helpful video, great videography, very well edited and brilliant instructions, many thanks for sharing you make a great teacher, 👍

@PRACTICALBUSHCRAFTSURVIVAL 4 жыл бұрын

We should call you Professor Kyle. your the Man...

@jessesteinke3894 11 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Thank-you. Your tip to mark out the steel before placing it looks to save my butt as I framed the windows on a 100+ year barn restoration before watching your video and multiple ribs were going to hit the window edges. Just trimming the first piece 2" should make my life a lot easier when I put up the steel.

@fabiokaturagui7558 3 жыл бұрын

Serviço de profissional é outro nível !! Parabéns 👏👏👏 perfeito!!!

@docrw 3 жыл бұрын

Kyle, Your best video by far! I found so much help on this one.

@tn7142 4 жыл бұрын

Great video of your awesome workmanship!! Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks!!

@mecalpsha4473 4 жыл бұрын

GREAT Work!!!

@TheExcellentLaborer 4 жыл бұрын

Love this!

@tomjackson8895 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. I wish I had found this a tad earlier, but can still use it now.

@joha7484 4 жыл бұрын

i love kyle and his work

@miktub1555 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Love that flashing detail.

@hanhypperkolding 4 жыл бұрын

Love watching you guys.. Keep the good work up..

@DannyBoyInMarseille 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job, well explained!

@tomb1734 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you taking the time to show this and you did a nice job. The problem is the building you have works out perfectly from one end to the other BUT what if your building was 30' 15-1/2 inches long.....then what? That's what needs addressed. Thanks and nice job

@robertalexander9931 4 жыл бұрын

Good video as usual! Thanks for the information.

@diverse_insightt.o6499 2 жыл бұрын

Hey great video so happy I found your channel again, up here in Canada we use drip edges above the windows and the u brackets for the side then for the bottom it’s a piece with a 90 we slide 1/2 inch under the window with a 1 1/2 face with a hemmed edge we done use the U’s above the window because of rain / snow in the winter

@Z-Bart 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Thanksgiving Kyle. Thanks for the great tips.

@damonaho7499 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome video.

@handyhowiem 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great videos Kyle. I like the RidgeLine 9 angle marking tool !

@circleofdadspodcasttm3011 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I find one of those angle marking tools?

@1976yo 4 жыл бұрын

Great video man! Nice presentation. You're easy to learn from.

@dannymartin6640 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure glad that people like you and me take pride in your work and it always pays off on the finish product being installed the correct way thank you for sharing great work

@richardh3924 4 жыл бұрын

Was, as usual, a brilliant video. Keep it up

@cranesandmontage8446 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, greetings from Croatia!

@kentrymason5566 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u I'm bulding my own shed u have helped me a lot ! I'll be following u hear on out ,.

@Classifiedreality 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you dude, few would show so much, thank you! Keep on keeping on!

@davew5275 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video, thanks!

@paulmurphy612 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoy it. It’s also very practical for me and fills a need. I’m going to have to remodel and improve my own pole barn. I value any knowledge I can get. Thank you.

@jamesking8303 4 жыл бұрын

I hereby give you the degree of HONORABLE TEXAN. Congratulations on being a Badass!

@hannashestopalova6775 8 ай бұрын

Very useful information. Thank you very much 😊

@johnhunter273 4 жыл бұрын

Dude your attention to detail is AMAZING!Great info!!

@bigpaugh 4 жыл бұрын

Wow your videos are top notch. Very good content and any question I may have are answered. Thank you keep them coming, cant wait for the next.

@RRBuildings 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man I appreciate that just trying to help

@bigpaugh 4 жыл бұрын

@@RRBuildingsYour efforts are showing. You are getting your content across very well. Your working hard and then you guys are your own production team. It adds hours to your work day and I appreciate the sacrifice.

@charlesviner1565 3 жыл бұрын

Like 👍 all your videos. Happy Holidays from Davenport Iowa

@davecarroll5989 3 жыл бұрын

Again great information and useful

@jasonmorse6003 2 жыл бұрын

I remember doing the roof on my grandfather's camp the same weekend my uncle and cousins did there's just down the road... Due to going to school for metal fabrication and having the right tools.. well It didn't take long and it came out great... My uncle's roof took them awhile and they looked like clowns doing it... I offered to help but they would never accept that after decades of belittling me to complete worthlessness... Watching someone do it right and have pride in the job is refreshing and knowing that you don't have to go back and fix problems and made the most from the materials and labor...

@driver_9034 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the subtitles for the CIS. you make good content

@baseballdude8491 2 жыл бұрын

Great content-luv that Metabo HPT cordless nibbler!

@5203mhr 2 жыл бұрын

Great free value Love your quality videos

@danielbuckner2167 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Thanksgiving Kyle. Another good video! The details at the windows are great and I know you've covered them before on how to cut but going over it again is the best way to hit it home. Your layout techniques would suit you well for hanging drywall, laying out a shower enclosure, or setting tile. It's all in the math and the material dimensions. QUESTION: How do you keep any rust stains from running on the building from where the metal is cut and exposed? Can anything be done like maybe have a few cans of rattlecan clear? Thanks!

@derekgriffin435 4 жыл бұрын

You guys kickass. Your livin the dream getting to build everyday. I love watching your vids you do amazing work. Can’t wait to order some apparel and rep RR.