Hardie Shingle Siding Installation Instructions

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Hardie shingle siding installation instructions. We have dozens of installation specialists throughout the u s. Remember a 1 4 inch clearance must be maintained between siding and trim and leave a 1 8 inch gap between siding and trim. Installing siding wet or saturated may result in shrinkage at butt joints. Alternatively you can purchase straight edge panel hardieshingle for the first row.

Installation instructions may lead to serious personal injury or death. Carry planks on edge. And canada who are available to work with any contractor or builder. Protect edges and corners from breakage.

As a homeowner you will work with a contractor who will facilitate the installation of your james hardie siding trim soffit wrap and flashing products including products with colorplus technology. Effective december 2019 staggered edge panel straight edge panel individual shingles half rounds panels hardieshingle siding. While shake and shingle siding are most often associated with cape cod style homes they can add instant character to any style home anywhere. Hardieshingle siding can be installed over braced wood or steel studs spaced a maximum of 24 o c.

Next cut the bottom of a panel to create a straight edge for the first row. James hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding and backerboard. Looks great on cape cods and cottage style homes. Better than the real thing it resists rotting curling warping and splitting.

Hardieshingle siding single family installation requirements hs1067 p1 8 04 18 store flat and keep dry and covered prior to installation. But if you like the look don t limit yourself. Or directly to minimum 7 16 thick sheathing. James hardie is not responsible for damage caused by improper.

Install your first row per the recommended best practices.