How To Install J Channel Around A Door

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In this video, I will show you how to install J channel around a door. How to install J channel around windows is the same way you do a door without a bottom piece. When you install vinyl siding, you must install J channel. I instruct you with how to cut J channel and how to fasten j channel. Vinyl siding is easy when you know how to install vinyl siding trims properly! .
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@timisham4353 2 года назад

Been doing siding for 30 sum year always let sides run up long and 45 top peace with rain tabs looks much neater and no gaps at intersecting corners

@2010pinmaster 2 года назад

I was just about to say the same. Looks much better with the top corners cut at 45 degrees.

@jludtxs 2 года назад

Do you have you a pic? Are you saying rain tabs from the sides and the top?

@travishenry8291 2 года назад

Don't have the 30 years experience but have been a vinyl installer for a while now and my mentor taught me the same way with 45 angles. Looks much neater. Do the same thing with windows and inside corners

@stevenhunter3301 2 года назад

Lol ya I was cringing when he cut it flush

@adammonahan687 3 года назад

Add a inch and a 1/8 to the sides so you can 45 them. Much cleaner look that way

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Some people like the 45s and some like the straight cuts. I like the straight cuts. Thanks for your comment!

@liveonlock2867 3 года назад

My pops always does it like that, gives it a sharp look

@TheRealVsauce 2 года назад

1/8? That Jay channel thickness is way over 1/8

@adammonahan687 2 года назад

@@TheRealVsauce a inch a 1/8 can you not read what I wrote. 1 1/8 in is the thickness of that J channel......

@frankly2677 2 года назад

I personally wouldnt do a 45, a straight cut kicks the water out further on the siding.

@kriscrosby3552 2 года назад

No house wrap tape or flashing tape?

@johndough1966 2 года назад

Again I ask, why aren't you using sill gaskets, flashing membranes or even sheathing tape at ALL wall penetrations. Ive watched a few of your videos now and you never use them. This practice just would not pass inspections by institutes such as CMHC or any other warranty programs. Please, do more home work.

@aspensulphate Год назад

No comment from the "excellent laborer".

@teamdada2194 10 месяцев назад

He is just concerned with views not quality. His name will be known in 10 yrs when other contractors have to fix his stuff.

@clintonwayne9165 3 года назад

I thought the top edges had to be cut at a 45 with rain tabs to make the water drain behind them and down the sides?

@robmacneill876 3 года назад

I personally think if the J was 45 degrees on the corners it would have a better finished look.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Some like 45 some like square!

@lucpier 2 года назад

I would have put a drip cap on the top

@donkerns588 3 года назад

Josh, just wanted to let you know that your videos were so helpful to me and my project. I was replacing a flat roof on my porch with a gable roof. Your video on intersecting a gable roof with an existing roof was spot on for me. Even the 7/12 pitch stuff worked because that too was the pitch of my house roof. Videos on fasciae, soffits, j-channel and f-channel, bird boxes and installing and bending metal fascia were all extremely helpful.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Hey Don! I’m glad I was able to show you some tips and tricks to your projects. I learned most of my skills from my father and I feel blessed to be able to share them with others via youtube. Best of luck to you with your projects!

@jordangrogan853 3 года назад

@@TheExcellentLaborer 000

@donaldbozek8505 10 месяцев назад

I’ve always nailed trims and corners tight and never had a issue. I also leave less of a gap between siding and channels than manufactures recommend to prevent excessive bug build up behind siding. It’s usually summer so it will not expand any further than it already is. Any movement with a audible end tap is good. I once measured a full piece in freezing weather then brought it inside to fully warm and measured it again and the expansion was pretty insignificant. I have lots of tricks to make old crooked ass homes look straight, I try to make them look like new homes not newly sided old homes.

@lakeslinksjamesdorn1879 5 месяцев назад

ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY ALL WRONG

@lamey99 3 года назад

Where's the°45 @?

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

I like the straight cut look

@marlinweekley51 2 года назад

strange door placement - particularly with a right hand swing. nice video though (hints: the house wrap should fit completley around door opening and folded in before installing the door. I would also use flashing tape around the door before the j channel/siding install)

@szpaner87 3 года назад

I always did 45. Looks much better and hold 2 pieces tight together nicely

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

I respect your method😃

@claredipinto5166 9 дней назад

Hi Josh, I have several windows that are in need I think of J channels so I can finish them properly. A person who came to do power washing told me to just get some j channels - I watched your video and I love how you explained it but my question is , what if there is siding already ? Can I still use the J channels around the windows ( windows have no siding , it’s the area around them that do). Thanks ! Clare

@KELLBROOKS 4 месяца назад

Should of 45 the corners

@apauln 4 месяца назад

I've never seen it done without a 45-degree connection. I don't understand why you did it this way. @ 8:04 That is going to be visible when the siding is on.

@nyhis5533 2 месяца назад

Definitely should have been 45d on the corners. The vertical J should have extended 1” above door molding. I get the complication but that’s the right way.

@oneundecided 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video. There are 5/8 and 3/4 J channels available in Home Depot. Which J-channel I should use for siding installation?

@thegrantdanielsband 2 месяца назад

NO!!! 45 the corners looks like a homeowner did their own job??? Professionals 45 the corners IMO 🙂

@weekendhomeprojects 3 года назад

What keeps water from getting between the J channel and the brick molding?

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

The J channel acts as a flashing around objects so water should not go behind it. I will use flashing tape on door that get a lot of rain water. Check out my how to install an exterior door in 10 minutes video to see how I flash a door. Thanks for watching!

@framnerdan 3 года назад

Hey Josh! Where did you get your building paper from?!..... Haha Great video!

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

@@framnerdan From Home Depot😂 Thanks Amazing!!

@stephenremo9200 3 года назад

Nope.. Drip cap is necessary. Maybe ok if there is a roof over door but if there is a second floor with windows over the door it will leak without a drip cap

@jesseborden7181 3 месяца назад

Should you put jchannel at bottom of the door if you intend to build detached deck. I removed the “ledger” board which was totally screwed up anyway and worthless. I put jchannel at bottom with the finishing strip inside it. I am changing from an attached deck (which rotted a lot in my wall and caused carpenter bees living inside) to a freestanding deck. Building an attached deck unless it is for a second story seems like it causes more harm than good.

@StephanieMolinaMusic Месяц назад

Do you have a video about how to insulate the siding of a house before putting on the vinyl siding? I have an older house that has wood siding and it’s completely rotten at the bottom all the way up to the window. I want to replace with vinyl but I know I’ll have to replace whatever is behind my siding already.

@buckpowers4837 Год назад

Lessons from a master installer. You make a lot of work look so easy.

@hansjensen7823 5 месяцев назад

Curious why there’s no flashing tape between the Tyvek and the door frame?

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

How did you like my Dad joke? 😂

@framnerdan 3 года назад

Dad joke rocked

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

@@framnerdan I do what I can. Thanks Amazing!

@larrybowers8323 3 года назад

I would have "framed" the question differently. I hope this joke really "measured" up to yours, did I "nail it"?!

@Mrbagelbonk 10 месяцев назад

Why no 45 on the corners. I can honestly say I'm not a fan of the j trim install. Very beginner typer j trim

@scottmoore3741 Год назад

Hey not trying to be an ass try going up an inch on your sides cut out your inner inch but leave the outter amd back an inch up and 45 your tops, ive found its alot cleaner look

@christopherdekonstrukt444 Год назад

This worked out really well, because I used a drip cap there's a small gap between it and the J-channel. I'm glad I didn't 45 the corners as this just adds complexity and more of a chance of making it look sloppy. Next year I will replace the soffit and siding and keep tuned to your channel so I can save a ton of money and be able to build something awesome on my own.

@christopherdekonstrukt444 Год назад

You didn't 45 it, I find doing that complicates things.

@chrischambers375 3 года назад

I just started contracting and your videos are extremely helpful! Love your channel my man keep up the killer work 🤘🏼

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Thanks Chris! Hope you enjoy more content to come!

@paulemmm2538 3 года назад

Is caulking necessary between the j-channel and the door molding?

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

I can see where that could be a good idea but no one does that. Good question though Paul!

@jludtxs 2 года назад

How about a thin weather strip? I am dealing with rit around my door that came from that tiny crevice. I'm going to check out your flashing vid. I almost feel like I should do both. We get tropical storms and hurricanes here.

@Ocyress87 Год назад

ugg fired you see sheeting its not sealed failed building codes here in every way

@bubbap8595 4 месяца назад

Id be in trouble. This is wrong on every job ive been on. Guess its preference but a 45 on top corners is so much better. That way isnt wrong that you did but leaves a lot of potential for a gap later on.

@Michael-k5t6n 4 месяца назад

It's only a preference if you can't do a proper 45. Those straight cuts are gross and wouldn't fly on any of the jobs I've been on.

@russbirzescu2579 2 дня назад

That job is going to leack like a siv ..

@sonnyblazer5504 8 дней назад

Clean and to the point & well done! Thanks.............

@MrAdamd83 Год назад

Thank you for showing a first timer on how to do vinyl I’m doing a project right now

@TheExcellentLaborer Год назад

You are welcome Adam!

@MrAdamd83 Год назад

If I could show you my project I have a side of the room that is going to be tricky to vinyl as the side has pipes coming out of wall dryer vent and the starter strip is gonna be hard to do

@johnotoole5786 2 года назад

U c the gap between the j n molding thus the flip nail bud

@JoseNLopez-up8tx 3 года назад

Josh saludos bendiciones gracias x compartir excelentes videos. Me a Sido de gran ayuda tus vídeos muchas gracias desde indianapolis Indiana 🇬🇹 🇬🇹❤️🙏

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@micahhammonds 2 года назад

Do you have to remove the j-trim when you remove your old exterior door and install a new exterior door?

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 года назад

Good question. No, you do not. The trim goes around the door and will not interfere with removal. Hope that helps!

@Michael-k5t6n 4 месяца назад

The only people I've ever met who "prefer" those butt cuts are the people who can't do s proper 45 degree cut. The first thing anyone doing vinyl siding should learn is a proper 45 cut around windows and doors.

@tysonsarina 3 года назад

Thank you for your videos. Very helpful. What is the white strip where the deck meets the wall and goes over the house wrap?

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 года назад

That is flashing. Thanks for watching!

@SuperAsian78 2 года назад

Hey Josh.. how would the vinyl siding sit in on the top j channel??

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 года назад

He would leave about a quarter inch cut around the top of the J channel. Hope that helps!

@jaydencaines1723 Год назад

No drip cap?

@TheExcellentLaborer Год назад

I do not use that if the door is under cover such as a covered deck in this case. I hope that helps!

@cecilwebb2277 Год назад

Most quality vinyl siding jobs 45 their corners and add drip behind the J at the top of doors and windows. But good explaination.

@ScottieBMan Год назад

Thanks man! Been referencing your videos a lot! Your great

@TheExcellentLaborer Год назад

Thank you Scott! I am glad I can help. Take care!

@AchillesWrath1 Год назад

Is there a way to replace that J channel trim around a door without taking all the vinyl siding off? Mine is all busted up on the bottom from a weed wacker. Or maybe a way to just replace a small piece on the bottom and not the whole thing?

@joeburton7784 Год назад

@TheExcellentLaborer how do i nail j channel when the siding is already installed? i took a window out and had to replace the j channel only. there’s a lot of room to nail it in place. thx.

@johnotoole5786 2 года назад

Its 12 ft 6 just like double 4

@michaeldavid7959 2 месяца назад

Totally learning a lot from your videos Josh. You have a great way of explaining and commenting on your work.

@collietree1945 Год назад

I gotta do this around my basement walk out. Builders jack my siding up around my french door. Gonna fix it myself. Thanks

@jeremiahhartin2581 Год назад

Why is that door there, and how is that approved, won't open in 8 months

@TheExcellentLaborer Год назад

Been there longer than that and it opens great!

@johnotoole5786 2 года назад

Yo hacky whers ur flip nail? K heres a lesso u put a sideways nail in falange where u nail thus takn the crown out of the j n puttn pressure against the jamb or l bend window casing inside corner return etc.

@JChaseS 2 года назад

Hey josh, do you think you can help me find some black j-channel for my door? Everything i see is white

@juicer911 3 года назад

NICE. Simple explanation and install video!

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Thanks Kenny! I like to keep things easy to understand!

@ChasingAmyC 3 года назад

Super easy wuestion. Can I ask how you cut a "45" on 2 pieces of vinyl L-trim I am trying to put around my shower doorway? It's 1/2 inch by 2/3 inches. Please help. Tyty

@bedir4655 Год назад

Great video. Thanks for sharing! How about transition from garage PVC frame to vinyl siding? Is it going to be the same process?

@christopherdekonstrukt444 Год назад

Put in a new back door to garage, had to rebuild the rough opening and half the wall. I'm installing J-channel now.

@dkell1597 Год назад

No caulking between the brick mold and vinyl siding?

@stevenhunter3301 2 года назад

Who and the hell gets board and batten and slruns it horizontal lol looks way better vertical just saying

@melvindimes6376 2 года назад

This really helped. I'm installing a security storm door. I have to move the Jay back 1 inch around the door. Thanks, Mel.

@pa.fishpreacher6166 2 года назад

Josh, I hve a plastic box that the g as co uses to read the monthly bill whatever it is, it is connected to the gas meeter. The J channel will not set flush against the box for it has plastic sticking out on the sides of it. Almost looks like a screw or bolt would be inside of these things. My issue is the J, if I set it out away from the box a little water will surely get in behind the siding. Also the bottom protrudes out more than the top does of the box. I tried a molding box like for a light or such but because the bottom sticking out more the box will not fit. What would you do in this situation?

@beachboardfan9544 3 года назад

Sound info, but I think a mitered edge looks better

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Ok. Thanks for the comment!

@goater707 Год назад

You should talk much more in this video. A lot more talking is needed.

@cristobaltzepixtos5294 Год назад

Explicar en español

@rolaca8410 Год назад

Hey Josh, Thank you for nice video I got it easy, I glad to follow you.👍

@jesuslaperra7700 Год назад

😅😂😂😢 looks like sh****

@tcidevelopment5996 3 года назад

Looking good buddy! Keep up the good work.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Thanks! I enjoy making these videos and building so it’s fun for me. Stay tuned!

@Webendowed 2 года назад

Why are you using egg shell j on the left and dark grey on the right? Just curious is all.

@Danko88 2 года назад

Josh what are your thoughts on caulking the J-channel to the Brick molding?

@jerryporter4898 Год назад

Do you caulk between the brick molding and the j channel?

@lonnieclemens8028 4 месяца назад

Now I know what j-channel is used for.

@jeff_9074 2 года назад

So the house wrap or any sort of tyvek tape doesn't need to be applied over the j channel on the top of the door? Thanks!

@christopherdekonstrukt444 Год назад

I installed my first entry door thanks to your videos. I have another one to do at the end of the month. This one, unlike the one I just did that went between the inside garage to the dining room, goes from the garage to the outside and will be exposed to rain so this video will be helpful. I have flashing tape, a sill pan, and a drip cap ready to go. There's already J-channel on the old door, I may be able to reuse it.

@franko7357 Год назад

Another great video Josh, I had to go behind the crew I hired a year ago and water proof the j channels on all of my doors!

@loumonte658 3 года назад

Nice, the house is getting there now🍻

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Thanks Lou! It’s a work in progress but it’s getting there. Cheers! 🍻

@JavierGonzalez-fs4en 7 месяцев назад

Looks better with the 45 angle cut on tap the door

@VuHung-p2t 4 месяца назад

Very good thanks ❤❤

@TheExcellentLaborer 4 месяца назад

Thanks!

@jagatmagar5784 2 года назад

Hey Josh, Thanks a lot for the video. Really helpful. Questions: what is the width of the J channel used and where did you buy it from? seems that the home depot and Lowes does not sell it.

@elcampoylaciudadmx Год назад

Mil gracias por esto ahora ya sé cómo cortar el l Sairin

@DB-cx6cb 2 года назад

Great job Josh! As a Homebuilder I had hired a crew who did a vinyl job who obviously didn’t adhere to best practice recommendation from Vinyl manufacturer. Thank God I had not paid the Jack-wagon crew. Thankfully another Vinyl crew who happened to be next door doing an installation was laughing at how my installation was being done and I ask them what’s up? They informed me my crew was not allowing for expansion when nailing vinyl to wood. Needless to say it all was removed and the crew next door ended up with the job! For any DYI, Josh is correct, if the Vinyl can’t slide after nailing, temperature change will cause the vinyl to warp or worse snapping at the nail slots will occur! Thanks Josh for information to prevent folks who want todo their own projects correctly!

@scottshepard3662 Год назад

A few years ago people sided a house down the road from me, apparently they nailed it tight, or cut it too tight. After the first summer the entire house was buckling! They left it like that for years because they couldn't afford to have it redone...it looked absolutely terrible.

@johnotoole5786 2 года назад

Dude its a standard door so u should know cut 86 inches

@markdaugherty6378 3 года назад

Thanks for the great explanation

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Thank you!

@floyd4311 2 года назад

Thank you for posting this video. I've watched many of these and this one was the easiest for me to follow.

@carlosenriquemartinaguilar3785 3 года назад

I like the work if it takes up labor, count on me 👌👌

@craiglumbra4871 Год назад

Hi Josh. I’m looking to side my place in Florida (single wide with metal siding). Glad I checked out your videos. They are great. I do have a question. The windows were recently replaced and the trim around them is flush to the metal siding. I’m thinking j-channel around the window may not be the answer given it has nothing to butt up against. Is there any other type of trim I could use in that case? Thanks

@Rottweiler30 Год назад

Jumbo J. Or build out your windows and aluminum cap them.

@TheRealVsauce 2 года назад

Great explination video! Quick question ... I couldn't source a starter strip so I cutoff a strip from the top of a piece of siding ... anyone ever do that? Does it hold up well?

@blueputtee 2 года назад

It works. Also you can cut a piece of siding and put behind the siding to push it out against the siding to help prevent rain from going inside the siding in the trim.

@pingpong9656 3 года назад

A mitre would have looked even nicer on top.

@TheExcellentLaborer 3 года назад

Maybe. Depends on what you like.

@pingpong9656 3 года назад

@@TheExcellentLaborer Don't get me wrong - your work is excellent - just thought, in my opinion, it would be nice mitred so it matches the mitres on the door frame, but I know full well theory and practice can be very different!

@ardvark16 5 месяцев назад

45’s

@matthewrennie8581 Год назад

So much for drip cap and miter joints

@jamestyrer6067 Год назад

THANKS FOR THIS INFORMATION

@TheExcellentLaborer Год назад

You are welcome! I do offer a membership for more community support!

@muohiodpowell1974 2 года назад

Can you use aluminum screws instead of nails?

@jamesdean1598 3 года назад

Thanks Josh this was very helpful. I have to replace my exterior door. Dumb question maybe, do i need to disturb the j-channels when I remove the brick molding around the door?

@stevenhunter3301 2 года назад

As long as the channel is not fastened to the brick mold I have seen guys zip screw the channel to the brick mold which always screws ya when you replace the door or simply wrap the brick mold with trim coil