Fill the siding holes with wood filler.
How to seal nail holes in wood siding.
Nail holes in exterior surfaces just as with cracks or gaps can be dealt with using a good caulking.
Force the compound into the edge until it is flush with the bottom of the siding.
Apply the compound to the bottom overhanging edges of damaged siding with the putty knife.
Use a putty knife to force the filler inside the hole making sure to fill in the hole and to completely cover the opening.
6 fill nail holes.
Stainless steel doesn t rust or stain the paint or leave black streaks on the wood and the rings on the shank act like barbs gripping the sides of the hole to prevent the nail from popping out.
The best filler for your siding is a two part epoxy product that cures to a rock hard consistency.
Epoxy putty is a commonly recommended wood filler for use in repairing woodpecker damage.
1 scrape all loose paint from around the area to be repaired using a paint scraper or putty.
Holes in wood trim are best filled with wood filler.
Wipe the inside of the hole and the surface wood surrounding it with a damp cloth and allow the area to dry.
2 trim the tip of the tube of caulk with a utility knife or razor blade.