Cutting Hole In Aluminum Siding

Don your latex gloves again then pull off a small chunk of aluminum repair epoxy from the tube.

Cutting hole in aluminum siding. Peel off any excess so the patch is flush with the front of the aluminum siding. Be sure to work slowly in order to achieve an even cut. The secret to making sure your siding looks perfect is making precise measurements. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast.

If you notice the aluminum siding. Hole saws cut bigger holes for large holes a hole saw gets the job done cleanly and quickly. Pry up on the bar to loosen the siding and create an opening for the power shears. Use a scrap of plywood as a backer for the hole saw s pilot bit and to protect your work surface.

What to use to cut 8 inch hole through aluminum siding. Sand the corners of the area you cut and lightly sand an area of about 1 inch on both sides the top and bottom of the gap. Continue with the process if. Does anyone have suggestions for the best tool to cut an 8 inch hole through aluminum siding for a side venting bathroom ventilation fan.

Slide a pry bar under the bottom row of metal siding close to one vertical line. Take the x acto knife and cut out the portion of the aluminum siding that contains the large hole. Insert the drill bit or hole saw into the chuck of the drill motor. The less you have to cut the better.

Cut a portion of the intact siding material to match the piece you just cut out. How to drill a hole through aluminum siding. Apply light pressure to the back of the drill motor. Step 2 measuring.

Make sure the panel is being used to reduce the risk of snags while cutting. Place the tip of the drill bit on the center location of the finished hole. As you start cutting along the contours of the aluminum siding use your radial arm saw. This thread is archived.

Work fast because this stuff sets up quick.