PVC Trim VS. Wood Trim - Should you buy PVC trim?

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PVC trim vs. wood trim is what this video is about. If you are wondering if you should buy PVC trim, you found the right video. The pros and cons of pvc trim is explained in this video. PVC trim board will never rot or warp compared to wood. You can buy Veranda pvc trim from Home Depot or Royal PVC trim from Lowe's. How much does PVC trim cost is explained! .
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@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Does paying twice as much for PVC trim seem worth it to you?

@loumonte658 3 жыл бұрын

Sure is.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

@@loumonte658 Agreed!

@HanasDad 2 жыл бұрын

Before I found this video, I came to the same conclusion that I would rather pay 2 or 3 times for PVC. For me, I feel it is a waste of my time on earth to paint 200 linear feet of primed baseboard before installing it. PVC is just cut and go! So, I am happy to find out that my conclusion is reasonable. Thumbs up!

@travis8106 3 жыл бұрын

Worked in the New England Seacoast with a GC for a while. All we used for exterior trim was Kleer or Azek PVC trimboards. Kind of necessary in that region.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

I can see why in that region. Lots of moisture. Thanks a lot from watching!

@loumonte658 3 жыл бұрын

I like using pvc it tools well, even when using a block plane. A precaution I do take is to use an n95 mask when cutting on the table saw. That fine pvc dust is a lung killer. Great product overall.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that’s something I failed to mention in this video. A mask would be something to wear when cutting. The dust would be hard on you! Thanks for the comment!

@dm285 3 ай бұрын

Helpful video thanks! I am redoing my garage exterior trim and will use the PVC...or perhaps Hardiboard ? but likely PVC as easier to cut.

@adamnorthville5636 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@michellesullivan3540 Жыл бұрын

Thnx for this review. I'm wanting to re trim my kitchen as my cat has destroyed all the molding around doors from scratching- I'm wanting to use PVC board

@tommyclark433 Жыл бұрын

I’ve painted dark colors on pvc board with vinyl safe paint and that seemed to work out

@jacobgregory2426 10 ай бұрын

I was under the impression that brad nails should not be used. Lowe’s guy said to use FastenMaster Cortex hidden fasteners I’m in Illinois by the way

@Tino5135 10 ай бұрын

Bro, What’s the perfect glue for those?

@lambert8403 3 жыл бұрын

This comment is irrelevant to video brother but just saw ur merch! That’s awesome way to spread the word!! Hats look nice!

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I have not advertised it very much. It’s just on the shelf. I should start wearing it in my videos just have not got around to ordering it yet. Spread the word please!

@lambert8403 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer will do buddy! Imma share ur video

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

@@lambert8403 I would highly appreciate it! It helps promote the channel. You are the man!!

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

@@lambert8403 Thanks!

@greytogray3476 4 ай бұрын

Getting ready to buy trim but how do you cover nails holes? And can you use hardie board against it?

@T.E.P. 3 жыл бұрын

gotta say i've had problems with the expansion and contraction with PVC outside and only have used it as trim on a garage. I'm in MN sooo it can get cold and HOT .... some places are perfect for pvc ... some parts of a building are perfect for natural materials

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Yes you are right about the expansion and contraction. I installed two boards together the other day were they but to each other contracted 1/8” by the next day. Other than that I like the stuff.

@shootnguns6075 Жыл бұрын

I was also concerned about the expanding and contracting because all your caulking seams will probably crack quicker with this pvc but i'm sure it has a great purpose. I was looking at either hardie cement trim or pvc trim and i think i'm still going to use hardie instead of pvc because hardie is pretty well rot resistent, hardie excepts any paint color (you can't use dark colors on pvc trim) and everybody down here in south Texas uses hardie anyway, so it's been tested where i live. I'm going to be trimming out my exterior windows and the outside corners and i want something to last longer than the wood trimming i have now.

@user-xn2yx6zf1l 13 күн бұрын

Just bought some Royal PVC trim for exterior use. You think a gel stain would work?

@T.E.P. 3 жыл бұрын

good review !!!! 15.4K subscrivers Tuesday May the 4 be with you, 2021.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric! Hope you are still commenting like this when we get to 100,000 subscribers!

@mangoleaf3115 10 ай бұрын

PVC trim vs Hardy Plank Trim - which do you recommend?

@chriscollins7586 Жыл бұрын

To install around a window would you just use adhesive or a brad nail gun or roofing gun or finish nailer?

@TheExcellentLaborer Жыл бұрын

Hey Chris! I would recommend using a finish nailer with galvanized nails. Then using exterior caulk to fill the holes. Hope that helps!

@ediesteffan1197 3 жыл бұрын

We are doing a bathroom renovation, using PVC trim for the moisture area. It is already finished in white, do I caulk ceiling, chair rail and baseboards? All the videos on trim show painting afterwards.. plus what do you recommend for nail filling?

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Edie! Yes you still do all your normal caulking and you do not have to paint it if you don’t want to. I used a battery operated trim nailer using 16ga 2 1/2” nails. I’d recommend using a 15ga standard trim nail 2” using a hammer. Hope that helps!

@ediesteffan1197 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer yes thanks so much! We used an air gun tool with finish nails they were just under 2” because we needed to get to some studs. The nail holes covered well with a wax pen.

@jasonbubley9427 Жыл бұрын

Take a drink every time he says pvc

@praisegod3768 3 жыл бұрын

Can I paint PVC exterior window trim dark brown? Why, or why not? Thank you!

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 жыл бұрын

It is not recommended. Only light colors. The reason being it absorbs too much heat in the sunlight and will cause a material to break down and expand too much. Hope that helps!

@JT_70 Жыл бұрын

The builder of our home installed PVC clad windows with all PVC window trim and external casings, which he painted a dark musket brown. Every window that had direct sun exposure warped and had to be replaced, upstairs and downstairs. Most were double windows. We replaced them and painted them all a light color and have not had any further problems. I believe some windows are labeled with an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) which must be coordinated with the paint color to be used, which would also have an LRV rating.