Asbestos siding is composed of asbestos fibers mixed with Portland cement. Applying a layer of sheathing or sheets of foam insulation over the asbestos, then covering it with vinyl siding is a common practice; but be sure to check your local building codes first to see if it is allowed in your area.Click to see full answer. Likewise, can Vinyl Siding go over existing asbestos shingles?Vinyl siding, indeed, can go over asbestos. Siding shingles are nonfriable because the asbestos fibers are held in place by a cement binder in the shingles. But damaging the shingles can release some of the fibers.Additionally, can you nail through asbestos siding? You can’t nail through the asbestos siding if it is the rigid kind, it is brittle and will shatter. Similarly, you may ask, how do you cover asbestos siding with vinyl? How to Put Siding on Over Asbestos Inspect the outside of the home for any damages to the asbestos siding. Measure the house for siding and the backer board. Install the vapor barrier. Cut the backer board to fit the dimensions of your home. Install the starter strip at the bottom of the house. “Hang” the siding. Can you put vinyl siding over cement board?We can also install furring strips on stucco or block walls and install vinyl siding directly over it. Installing vinyl siding over brick is not recommended. Cement board and old vinyl siding must be torn off a house before installing new vinyl siding.
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