Installation Guide

HardieShingle
®
Siding
Panels for sidewall applications are available in 48 in lengths. Pieces needed for one square (100sq.ft.) of product coverage =
approximately 60, based on maximum 5 in exposure.
HARDIESHINGLE
®
STRAIGHT EDGE PANEL COVERAGE
Maximum Exposure of 5 in
Steps 1 - 4
REFER TO STAGGERED EDGE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 3
Figure 29
Steps 5 & 6
second
course
6¼ in HardiePlank
lap siding
trim first panel
to hit center of
furthest stud
1¼ in
starter
strip
14 in
panels
sheathing
water-resistive
barrier
Trim 1/8 in min.
gap for
caulk
DO NOT NAIL THROUGH
THIS AREA
16 in or 24 in
o.c.
3/8 in
5 in
position nails on nail line and secure into framing. Only when application
is to minimum 7/16 in thick APA rated sheathing, position nails on nail
line spaced a maximum of 13 3/4 in o.c. Allow 3/8 in from panel edges.
14 in
panels
1/8 in min.
gap for
caulk
5 in
5 in
first
course
second
course
third
course
PAINTING
CAULKING
For best results use an Elastomeric Joint Sealant complying with ASTM C920 Grade NS,
Class 25 or higher or a Latex Joint Sealant complying with ASTM C834. Caulking/Sealant
must be applied in accordance with the caulking/sealant manufacturer’s written instructions.
Note: some caulking manufacturers do not allow "tooling".
CUT EDGE TREATMENT
Caulk, paint or prime all field cut edges. James Hardie touch-up kits are required to
touch-up ColorPlus products.
PAINTING JAMES HARDIE
®
SIDING AND TRIM PRODUCTS WITH COLORPLUS
®
TECHNOLOGY
When repainting ColorPlus products, James Hardie recommends the following regarding surface preparation and topcoat application:
• Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of any dust, dirt, or mildew
• Repriming is normally not necessary
• 100% acrylic topcoats are recommended
• DO NOT use stain, oil/alkyd base paint, or powder coating on James Hardie
®
Products.
• Apply finish coat in accordance with paint manufacturers written instructions regarding coverage, application methods, and application temperature
• DO NOT caulk nail heads when using ColorPlus products, refer to the ColorPlus touch-up section
COLORPLUS
®
TECHNOLOGY CAULKING, TOUCH-UP & LAMINATE
• Care should be taken when handling and cutting James Hardie
®
ColorPlus
®
products. During installation use a wet soft cloth or soft brush to gently wipe off any
residue or construction dust left on the product, then rinse with a garden hose.
• Touch up nicks, scrapes and nail heads using the ColorPlus
®
Technology touch-up applicator. Touch-up should be used sparingly.
If large areas require touch-up, replace the damaged area with new HardiePlank
®
lap siding with ColorPlus
®
Technology.
• Laminate sheet must be removed immediately after installation of each course.
• Terminate non-factory cut edges into trim where possible, and caulk. Color matched caulks are available from your ColorPlus
®
product dealer.
• Treat all other non-factory cut edges using the ColorPlus Technology edge coaters, available from your ColorPlus product dealer.
Note: James Hardie does not warrant the usage of third party touch-up or paints used as touch-up on James Hardie ColorPlus products.
Problems with appearance or performance arising from use of third party touch-up paints or paints used as touch-up that are not James Hardie touch-up will not be covered
under the James Hardie ColorPlus Limited Finish Warranty.
HS1067 P7/8 04/18
HardieShingle
®
Siding
5 IN EXPOSURE HARDIESHINGLE
®
STRAIGHT EDGE PANELS INSTALLATION (For 7 in exposure product please go to page 4)
Steps 1 - 4
DO NOT NAIL THROUGH
THIS AREA
3/8 in
5 in
5 in
5 in
first
course
second
course
third
course
CAULKING
DO NOT use stain, oil/alkyd base paint, or powder coating on James Hardie
®
Products. Factory-primed James Hardie products must be painted within 180
days of installation. 100% acrylic topcoats are recommended. Do not paint
when wet. For application rates refer to paint manufacturers specifications.
Back-rolling is recommended if the siding is sprayed.