Scoring tool for siding material and method of use

Abstract

A single tool is provided to score the surface of aluminum or vinyl siding regardless of profile. The tool comprises an extensible measuring rail at the end of which is attached a scoring knife attached, the rail and knife being extensible from a siding guide which interlocks solely with the edge of the siding material. The measuring rail is spaced above the guide for spacing the rail and scoring blade above the surface of the siding material, thus avoiding undesirable damage to the surface as it is engaged in the tool and as the tool is drawn down the edge of the siding during scoring. The scoring knife is pivotable on the measuring rail so as to contact with the siding surface when under control of the installer and regardless of the siding profile. Further the knife is reversible for use by both right and left-handed installers.

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