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How to Install Exterior PVC Trim, Episode 1: Master Carpenter John Spier

Learn all about the benefits and challenges of installing exterior PVC trim.

Episode 1: John Spier, a full-time resident of Block Island, has been a builder and renovator for the last 30 years. Because of the harsh elements the island experiences, Spier has had to adapt his building practices to withstand saltwater, sand, debris, and the occasional hurricane. This requires investing in durable materials, like PVC trim. However, investing in the right materials only goes so far, proper installation is essential to their functionality and longevity.

Read the article: PVC Roof Trim

In this video series, Spier walks you through the process of installing PVC trim, and you’ll gain insights about working with this tricky material from his years of experience. Plus, he’s full of tips and techniques that allow the material to perform at its highest potential.

Read the related article: PVC Roof Trim

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Videos in the Series

  • How to Install Exterior PVC Trim, Episode 1: Master Carpenter John Spier

    Learn all about the benefits and challenges of installing exterior PVC trim.

  • How to Install Exterior PVC Trim, Episode 2: Working with PVC

    Insights into handling and installing PVC trim

  • How to Install Exterior PVC Trim, Episode 3: Installing Soffits

    Learn how to install PVC trim on soffits

  • How to Install Exterior PVC Trim, Episode 4: Installing Fascia

    Installing the fascias with PVC trim requires careful planning and execution

  • PVC Roof Trim

    A coastal builder’s technique for durable and weathertight fascias and soffits is based on years of experience with plastic trim.

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In this video series, Builder John Spier walks you through the process of installing PVC trim, where you’ll gain insights about working with this tricky material from his years of experience. Plus, he shares his tips and techniques for making the material perform at its highest potential. More about this Video Series

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