Viewers Hated my Siding Fix - What Went Wrong? 

Watch the FIRST siding video here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wLvkY27PKNg.html

People often suck and they're not afraid to show it. It's an inexpensive repair for someone with other priorities. Thanks for the tip!

I commented on the first video just shortly before I saw this one. I didn't hate the methods used but suggested some alternatives. One of those things you did in this video, but a little differently. Pick up the paint samples and THEN take the best one back to the store. The sheen is going to be matte if the siding is old and weathered, eggshell or satin or even semi-gloss if it's newer. Cut the patch only 3/4 of an inch bigger than the hole all the way around and cut the edges in a wavy fashion and round the corners. It's not necessary to tuck the upper edge completely under the above course. If the siding is properly cleaned the patch will stick and stay. If the hole is large you may consider first filling and flushing it in with a very conservative filling of expanding foam. Just enough to back up the film without bulging out the siding. Apply the patch in moderate temperatures and not in full sun. Vinyl siding expands and contracts by a significant degree due to temperatures and your patch might do differently. I apologise for hijacking your video. I've been a residential remodeler for almost 50 years and am a bit of a weirdo stickler for details. P.S...if nothing else works..plant a bush in front of it! P.S. #2 Never paint vinyl siding in dark colors!! Guaranteed you'll regret it!

Entertaining . first video made me laugh. second raised more questions. Really looking forward to number three.

I appreciated your original video. This part 2 is great too. Thanks! This is good to know.

Better match with this method. As you said NOTHING is going to match completely, unless you trade out a new piece in a less seen area of the house. Good info.

Screw the haters. Thanks for the video!

Thanks for the tip. I put it in my Amazon wish list for my next project.

Keep in mind for the piece you cut out, one side was exposed to the sun, the other side wasn't. Also, was it from the same side of the house as the other repair? Different sides of the house can have different discoloration, depending on the amount of sun and weather they see.

Thank you. This is exactly what I need to do and now i how to.

Thank you for the information, I wasn't aware such a product existed. I just figured I'd have to live with the cracks or holes as vinyl siding does get very brittle with age. I do have just one question - why did you use such a large piece vs. using a piece slightly bigger than the hole? Just curious. It may not match perfectly, but you did a great job with having no air bubbles. 👍

Seen the 1st post 1st. It's nearly IMPOSSIBLE to match siding! That little repair kit is great! Just get it as close as possible, tape off after applying & you'll see that it isn't perfect. Take a picture and go get a few more colors that are a closer or PERFECT match & just paint the patch. How ignorant are some people?! 👍

Have you tried blending the color on the patch into the existing siding? If it's brushed on, you can thin the paint gradually until you get a better blend.

Solid concept - nicely done, thank you!

Save big money when you shop Menards! Good tip about custom color matching

I wont go to Menards for a color match thats for sure.....A car paint & supply store might be better or maybe Sherwin Williams....Good video though...

Thank so much I was wondering how to fix my siding thank you 1:40

This is a good alternative for homeowners not comfortable/confident enough to replace the whole piece of siding. Or people like me who do not have a vehicle that will fit a 12 ft section of siding. Is there a reason you used the whole patch as opposed to a smaller piece? The "sticker" looks a lot better than a caulk/spray foam/putty option.

Wow… why the hate? You’re capable to reside an entire house…I understand that you were posting something that an average person can do simply and quick without tools or knowledge, to fix a potential bigger problem. Next video suggestion. Remove a piece of siding from an area of the house that is lesser seen, fix that hole with that piece, replace lesser seen area with new piece… but get a new color match done before painting… it wasn’t a good match. Include tips on keeping nails loose, cutting, and the $5 siding removal tool. Keep the videos coming.

Where did you buy the vinyl patch?

Well back to the old drawing board as they say.

The first video _said_ color matching could be done. There was nothing in the presentation implying this was the most professional method - just that it was fast and easy, and it WAS. Trolls will be trolls.

alright now lets discuss that ironing job on your shirt! ;

Looks like the color was too dark, get the paint and some white as well to mix some samples til you get them to match.

Woah...the piece he cut out to match was not cut out towards the end.

Better go to Lowe’s for a color match next time time

I wonder what they 'key bangers' did the day they commented.

"Cost effective and easy," sure, but it's still a poor color match. One could do as well with a small piece of duct tape. If it would pull off or fall off, just put another little piece of duct tape on there. I did watch your first video on this topic, and the color match in the current video was no better or worse than that in the first video.

Best fix... NEVER install vinyl siding! It's junk!

I have to say My Friend You have Zero Calyces on your Hands. Cushy Job hey

Loll

Can I complain about your wrinkled t shirt, lol

Next thing you should do is buy yourself an iron for that shirt.