
A typical vinyl window contains a nailing fin for attachment to structural framing. The slot in this nailing fin should line up with the centre of the first jack stud. Each window should have a minimum of three inches of structural framing on each side – a 1 1⁄2” jack stud and a 1 1⁄2” common stud. CLICK ON PHOTO TO ENLARGE

Proper anchor location for a vinyl window + siding “J” channel and vinyl siding to ensure effective hurricane protection. The anchor must engage the structural 2×4 framing inside the wall. This location should work for an anchor with a removable bolt or a stow and deployTM anchor. CLICK ON PHOTO TO ENLARGE