Aluminium is among the alternative materials that fascia panels can be made of. Aluminium fascia panels are more durable, with reinforced strength, and are weather resistant. Although fascia panels made from Aluminium are more prone to corrosion and dents, however, it is possible to paint the panels. Although the risk of corrosion is not reduced by painting the panels but homeowners are able to change the colour of the panels this way. Although hiring an expert is recommended to install fascia panels made from Aluminium, but homeowners can do it themselves as well.

How To Install Aluminium Fascia Panels With Hip Roof?

1. The top edge of the runner channel and the bottom surface of the fascia panel should be aligned and levels with each other. The nailing flange of the channel should be used to nail and install them along the whole length of the wall surface.

2. After positioning the double channel diagonally from the frieze channel to the corner of the fascia board, the double channel should be cut to join the panels at the corners.

3. For corner areas the soffit panels should be cut at 45, slid into the channel and nails in the panel grooves should be used to secure them. The installation of the panels should be continues for the whole length.

4. Starting at the corner, the fascia trim should be positioned up snug to the underside of the soffit panels. The trim should be aligned with the soffit grooves and should be predrilled. Then the fascia trim should be nailed through along the bottom edge of the board ever. The nails should not be driven tight, instead of tightening the nails, the Aluminium fascia panels should be hung so that expansion is allowed and distortion is prevented. Wherever the lengths are meeting, an overlap of at least should be allowed.

4. All-purpose, drip edge or gutter trim should be used to cover and finish the fascia trim’s top edge. If soffit panels are being installed over existing wood soffits, in place of the double channel and the frieze runner.

What Are The Benefits Of Aluminium Fascia Panels?

Probably the biggest advantage of fascia panels made from Aluminium is that it is possible to paint them and give them a unique colour in an inexpensive way. Coloured fascia panels made from Aluminium can add a touch of elegance to the house. A layer of protection is also added to the fascia panel due to the ability to paint it, even though the paint cannot protect it from corrosion and dents. Moreover, lesser care and maintenance is required for fascias made of Aluminium. Despite the risk of corrosion, Aluminium does not rust as well, which is also an advantage. Aluminium may not be as durable and strong as fascias made of wood but it still reduces the maintenance requirements for homeowners. Perhaps this is why many of them are turning to Aluminium fascia panels for their homes instead of those made of wood.