D5 vs. D4

[rkantor]

I'm debating about which vinyl to use on my garage. My house has D4, but that is special order. My garage is about 75 feet from the house. D5 is in stock all the time. D5 is also a little less work. Do you guys think anyone would be able to tell a difference?

 

[Grumpy365]

When I read your Title, I thought we were going to get to talk Bull Dozers

 

[bczygan]

I'm debating about which vinyl to use on my garage. My house has D4, but that is special order. My garage is about 75 feet from the house. D5 is in stock all the time. D5 is also a little less work. Do you guys think anyone would be able to tell a difference?

The rule of thumb for architectural design is to match when the architecture is similar and connected visually or physically, or to go with a completely different design and material.
I built a couple sheds and sided them in the cheapest D4white vinyl. By the time I got ready to do another structure the siding company made that a "Premium" color and came out with another "Cheap" white. I had to bite the bullet to match it.
As long as it's on the same lot with connecting paths and similar construction, then go with the same siding or something completely different like brick or wood or stone or metal.

Photos?

Bill

 

[Hammerdown]

When I read your Title, I thought we were going to get to talk Bull Dozers

Me too... I vote for the D-8 CAT.

 

[rkantor]

Haha, sorry to get you excited about heavy equipment. . Here's a couple of pics. I have Polyiso foam sheathing on about half of it now.

 

[danski0224]

When I read your Title, I thought we were going to get to talk Bull Dozers

Same here... D5 Remodeling Company

 

[rkantor]

I plan on doing a lean-to off of the right side, hence the windowless wall. I figured just attach a 2x8 and use joist hangers to run the rafters.

 

[Hammerdown]

OK, In that case I'd go with a double 5 Dutch lap. Should look better on that big front than a 4", Maybe 45* it to a radiant and the bottom of the window edge? Just an idea.

 

[uhcrandy]

220, 221 whatever it takes.... D-4, D-5 what ever it takes

 

[rkantor]

This will be my first vinyl siding project, btw.

 

[Hammerdown]

Or use the half rounds for easier installation. Same idea, from the bottom window edge upward. You could even carry it around under the overhangs. Or if you go 45* in the front with the same siding, run it vertically under the overhangs for about 2 feet, kinda like where the wood makes an easy demarcation line now. That may spiff it up a bit.

 

[Hammerdown]

This will be my first vinyl siding project, btw.

Just remember that siding "floats" on the house. It needs room to expand and contract, so don't drive your nails home!!! You don't want it looking like a tight sweater.

 

[rkantor]

Vinyl siding institute has a decent dvd I borrowed from my local building supply.. ..Are referring to putting the vinyl up at 45 degrees? I used to live in a house that had a t&G wall like that in every room.

 

[Hammerdown]

Vinyl siding institute has a decent dvd I borrowed from my local building supply.. ..Are referring to putting the vinyl up at 45 degrees? I used to live in a house that had a t&G wall like that in every room.

Yes. IMO you could get creative and see if you like it. Run a double j channel and begin putting the siding in at a 45* degree angle where the window starts. It will add a decorative touch, and can be used out of the same material instead or getting scallops or half rounds. The "Theme" can be carried over into the sides by just running it vertically under the overhangs. Even though it wouldn't be at the same angle as the front, it would carry the "artistic idea" through.

 

[Hannibal Hector]

When I read your Title, I thought we were going to get to talk Bull Dozers

You guys were thinking Dozers, I was thinking Trident missles when I read the post title.
I guess working on Submarines for 23 years does that to the brain...

 

[Hammerdown]

You guys were thinking Dozers, I was thinking Trident missles when I read the post title.
I guess working on Submarines for 23 years does that to the brain...

These all sound like valid threads...I guess the dozer and the missile could both be used in the demolition portion of the project.

 

[rkantor]

Not quite what I envisioned when I started the thread, but hey, whatever.

 

[Hammerdown]

I know, but that the beauty of this crazy internet thinga-ma-gigger.

Just a tip- start back to front on the sides, and left to right on the front so the seam overlaps are hidden from view when you pull in and look at her from the most typical angle, and burn (use) a new piece to not have a seam end above a door or window. Sort your cut-offs by lengths in piles, not one scrap pile so its easy to find the right size piece when you go looking for one.

 

[rkantor]

Thanks for the tips...at least I know now versus after I did it.