APPLICATION GUIDE IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION. Before installing any projects with Diamond Kote Building Products, it is highly recommended the entire installation guide is reviewed. 04-05 TRIM 20 OCTAGON APPLICATION 06 FLASHING, WINDOWS, DOORS & OPENINGS 21 SCALLOP APPLICATION Click on the chapter heading to go directly to a 09-10 RIGIDMOUNT APPLICATION specific section.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION • Inspect product for any issues before installing. (breakage, surface defects, foreign objects, color inconsistency or color correctness) • Do not install questionable product. • Report any problems you may have to your dealer BEFORE installing. STORAGE It is important to properly store all Diamond Kote® products for protection. • Store siding flat on a dry, clean and well supported surface. Protect material from direct exposure to weather. • Do not store directly on the ground.
INSULATED SHEATHINGS Diamond Kote® Building Products may be installed over low-compression rigid foam or exterior gypsum sheathings. The following precautions must be followed: • Nailable structural sheathing must be behind the insulated sheathing. • Make sure to brace the wall accordingly to the required international and other building codes. • For rigid foam sheathing up to 1" thick, siding may be nailed directly to the foam sheathing unless a drainage plane is required by the local building code.
STUD AND SPACING • Diamond Kote® Building Products must be applied over sheathed walls into studs spaced no greater than 16" on center. • When installing over masonry walls, the wall must be furred out with wood framing spaced 16" on center and with a adequate thickness to accept the full length of the recommended nail. GAPS AND SEALANTS Note: DO NOT apply sealant to butt joints. • Seal all gaps with a paintable sealant that meets ASTM C920 Specification.
• Follow all applicable building code specifications relating to prevention of moisture intrusion into the wall assembly. LP SmartSide trim and fascia is a wood product, and, as with all wood products, must be kept free from excessive moisture.
• When trim is must installed adjoining siding, with a 4 inch upper leg between trim and J-channel. • All openings be properly sealed vinyl and flashed in ainstall mannerZ-flashing that prevents moisture intrusion or buildup. Flashing horizontal may be diagram 8a)or bands barrier sealed to the water-resistive by using adhesive flashing or housewrap tape. (See ALL diagrams) • (See Horizontal trim shall be flashed with a sloped metal Z-flashing to redirect water away from the wall assembly.
WHERE TO FASTEN - SIDING • Fasteners will be exposed on the siding located immediately below window sills, fascia boards, and horizontal trim. • Fasteners below window sill shall be spaced a maximum of 8" on center. • Face nailing may be required as necessary in order to obtain satisfactory installations. Blind fasten 3/4" down from the TOP edge. • For installation with or without wood structural panels, joints must occur over stud locations.
ALTERNATIVE FASTENING OPTION: OPTIONS OVER CORROSION RESISTANT STEEL STUD FRAMING JOINT TREATMENT ROOF FLASHING DETAIL eep a minimum withdrawal value of steel K framing must be 50 lbs. • Refer to the framing manufacturer’s evaluation report. 38 Series Precision lap must be fastened with the following: Figure 1B Figure 1A Figure 1C OVER OPENINGS Trim Min. 3/16" gap 4" min. flashing Paint bottom edges 1" min.
When and installing pre-assembled trim inch). mounting leave with proper spacing at diagram the two sides built-in-placement• flange the siding (minimum 3/16 Seal blocks, these spaces sealant. (See 11d) and bottom betw built-in-placement flange and the siding (minimum 3/16 inch). Seal these spaces with sealant. (See diagram • Seal the space between the wall-penetrating material or fixture and the mounting block cut-out.
• When installing pre-assembled trim mounting blocks, leave proper spacing the proper two sides and bottom between • When installing pre-assembled trim mounting blocks, at leave spacing at the two sidesthe and bottom betw built-in-placement flange and the sidingflange (minimum 3/16 inch).(minimum Seal these3/16 spaces withSeal sealant. diagram built-in-placement and the siding inch). these(See spaces with 11d) sealant.
PRO-POST WRAP™ Pro-Post Wraps are NOT engineered for structural load-bearing use. These are designed for decorative wraps around structural and non-structural nominal 4x4, 4x6, and 6x6 posts. • E nsure that areas above brick or stone ledges are properly flashed before installing wraps. • A min. 3/8" clearance should be maintained between Pro-Post Wraps and metal flashings and a minimum 1" clearance must be maintained between Pro-Post Wrap™ and concrete or decks.
LP SmartSide TRIM & FASCIATrim & Fascia 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES PREPARATION KICK-OUT FLASHING Note: DO NOT extend the siding or trim into • Properly installed flashing materials will help direct water away from water flashing collecting areas. thecommon kick-out or gutter cut siding. G ENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED) Water Run-Off Control WRB 4" min.
BRICK LEDGE FLASHING INSTALLATION ENERAL G • Brick Flashing is designed to protect the structure from water penetration by flashing behind the siding and shed water away from the house at the transition where siding and stone or brick meet. • B rick Ledge Flashing should be installed as shown in MVMA diagram. • roperly integrate flashing with the P secondary water-resistive barrier. • se house wrap, flashing tape, or other U items as needed to maintain the counter flashing principle.
TRADITIONAL LAP APPLICATION SPACER CLIPS • Hook clip to top of the first row of siding. • Slide siding down into clip shelf. • Follow the manufacturer’s directions for nailing and then strike the clip with hammer to knock it off. Note: Spacer clip is intended for alignment and spacing only. It's not intended to support the weight of the siding. Break off clips before siding is completely nailed tight. JOINT PREPARATIONS H-MOLDING • Note: H-Moldings DO NOT space the board for expansion.
the plugs with Diamond Kote touch up paint an swab.to be installed blind WSS RigidStackcotton is intended fastened and can be installed by starting with a RIGIDSTACK™ APPLICATION INSTALL For USING RIGIDSTACK INSTALL RIGIDSTACK™ USING metal starter strip install begin here: RigidStack metal starter strip - or - by stacking STARTER BOARD METAL STARTER STRIP • Apply RigidStack™ siding over properly The edge bottomofedge of RigidStack metal starte onto•a WSS prepared walls.
RIGIDSTACK™ INSTALLATION • Now install the first course of siding so that the plastic spline fastened into the back of the siding fits over the beveled edge of the starter board (Figure 2b) or into the Metal Starter Strip, as shown in. • (Figure 2c; both on pg 12) Note: Leave a 3/16" gap where siding butts against trim to allow for expansion. • When attaching siding, avoid nailing closer than 1-1/2" from the end of the board to avoid penetration of the power nails into the nail fin.
RIGIDSHAKE™ | STRAIGHT EDGE APPLICATION 7", 9" & 12" first course of shakes so that the plastic spline, fastened into the back of the siding, fits over the beveled edge of the siding, or into the metal starter strip. • A pply the siding over properly prepared walls. (see general guidelines pg. 2) • I t is REQUIRED to use nailable structural sheathing. • • hen, install subsequent courses of T siding so that the plastic spline fits over the top edge of the previously installed piece of siding.
RIGIDSHAKE™ | STAGGERED EDGE APPLICATION 7", 9" & 12" • Butt • A pply the siding over properly prepared walls. (see general guidelines on page 2) • tarting from left, level and install the first S course of Diamond Kote® RigidShake™ • so the bottom edge is flush with the shim. Do NOT place fasteners into bottoms of • grooves or shiplaps. • It is REQUIRED to use nailable structural sheathing. • W ork installations left to right.
OCTAGONS + SCALLOPS APPLICATION Prior to installation: Find the center of the gable or wall so that shapes will be visually centered. For best finished appearance, gable installations should end with a single Scallop or Octagon at the peak. • • tart by dropping a plumb line to find S the center of the gable. Mark this line. STRAIGHT WALL APPLICATION • Begin by measuring the length of the wall between the corner trims. • Next measure the height of the gable (in inches) on this line.
HISTORIC COLLECTION | OCTAGON APPLICATION • o NOT place fasteners into bottoms of D grooves or shiplaps. • • asten the siding by 3/4" down from F the top of panel, into sheathing and/or framing with one of the below options. • or screws, fasten 12" on center use a F minimum #8 corrosion resistant tapered head wood screw. (see Figure 5c) pply the siding over properly prepared A walls. (see general guidelines pg 2) • I t is REQUIRED to use nailable structural sheathing.
HISTORIC COLLECTION | SCALLOP APPLICATION Apply siding over properly prepared walls. (see general guidelines page 2) • I t is REQUIRED to use Nailable structural sheathing. Scallops can be installed blind fastened. • S callops can be installed by starting with a starter strip or by overlapping a previous course of lap siding (4" minimum). (see Figure 6) • F or scallops, start installation left to right.
OUTSIDE + INSIDE CORNER WITH NAIL FIN APPLICATION It is recommended to install corners with nailing fin over nailable structural sheathing. Some face nailing may be required if nailable sheathing is not present. FINGER JOINTS SEALING • • otton swabs are recommended for C touch-up painting on the finished face of products. Paint and/or seal ALL cut ends and edges of corners. (see Figure 7a) NOT RECOMMENDED to use pneumatic roofing, or siding nail guns to install trim with nailing fin.
OUTSIDE + INSIDE CORNER WITH NAIL FIN APPLICATION INSTALLATION • Hold outside and inside corners with nailing fin up to the wall, level, plumb and set it to the correct height before nailing. • A lternate nailing through the fin in the provided holes on both sides of the corner. • Fasten EVERY 3RD HOLE. (Figure 7b) • DO NOT OVERDRIVE NAILS. • N ail heads should be set firmly to the face of fin, but should not be overdriven to distort or damage the fin surface.
TRIM WITH NAIL FIN APPLICATION • Apply trim over properly prepared walls. (general guidelines page 2) • I t's recommended to install Diamond Kote® Trim with Nail Fin over nailable structural sheathing. • I f nailable sheathing is not present, some face nailing may be required. GENERAL • T rim with nail fin is designed to be blind nailed through the attached nailing fin and with clip to help complete a hidden fastener installation.
• Trim ends may lightly touch adjacent trim edges around windows and doors only. Re-prime and paint all cut ends. • When installing trim around windows and over window flanges, be sure to follow the window manufacturer’s installation instructions. OPTION 2: POCKET HOLE JOINERY & • P lease follow the tool manufactures • All openings must be properly sealed and flashed in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion or buildup.
ARCH TRIM INSTALLATION FLASHING: ROSETTES ENERAL G • It's recommended to install arched trims around the opening before cutting or installing the sides or bottom trim. • lashing is required to protect the top F edge of trim from weather. • I t's recommended to flash along the top of trim utilizing a bendable head flashing such as ASTRO Flashing, or similar. (go FASTENING PLACEMENT: • Fasten Rosettes with a minimum of 2 fasteners placed at alternating edges 3/8" from ends and edges.
Figure 9 HORIZONTAL BELTLINE JOINTS 4'X8',9',10' BOARD & BATTEN PANEL At the time of manufacture, siding meets or exceeds the performance standards set forth in ICC-ES-AC321 and has achieved code recognition under ESR-1301, CCNC 11826, APA recognition under PR-N124, and HUD recognition under HUD-MR-1318. (For copies of ESR-1301, call LP Support at 1-800- • I f used, LP® will not warrant for buckling and shrinkage. However, balance of warranty does remain intact. • Do not use staples.
nd be- ot allow tured cia are drip ays diameter, 0.270 head diameter), hot-dipped galvanized nails for 38 and 76 Series panels and minimum 8d (0.131 in. shank diameter, 0.290 head diameter) for 190 Series panels. Do not use electroplated fasteners. Refer to your local building code 4'X8',9',10' & BATTEN to verify theBOARD minimum allowable fastenerPANEL size.
Application instructions (cont.) Application instructions (cont.) • Backside mustframing not come in contact with than masonry securely fastenedoftopanel structural spaced no greater 16 or in. O.C. concrete (406 mm)foundation. with a minimum nail penetration of 1-1/2 in. (38.1 1/8 in. space mm) and maximum nail spacing no greater than the width of the • Doanot force siding into place. Maintain the illustrated siding.
• When attaching trim as batten strips, follow the Fastening Instructions section in this document. − Exception: When using trim less than 3 inches wide as battens, apply one nail per width, a maximum of every 36 inches vertically. 10a ALTERNATIVE FASTENING OPTION: ATTACHING TRIM AS BATTEN STRIPS • In cases where trim/batten strips are fastened just into the structural sheathing, attachment will require additional support from a construction adhesive.
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM • Gap 3/16 in. and seal Caulk Figure 10A ure 10 Gap 3/16 in. and seal Figure 10B Figure 10B Figure 10A Figure 10 Figure 10A 10a alternate inside corner details Figure 10B 10b Vertical Siding or Batten may only span one plate-to-plate. Due to plate shrinkage, each vertical application is not to span beyond one floor to ceiling distance, or one floor to top of gable distance.
VERTICAL SIDING APPLICATION continued Minimum Fastener Type for Batten: • Corrosion Resistant - (ASTM A153) Hotdipped galvanized or stainless steel • Ring Shank nails provide superior resistance to fastener pull-through. • In Hurricane-Prone Regions or locations where negative wind loads are a concern, ring shank nails should be used. Trim nails may be used in other locations with the following cautions: • Do not overdrive or countersink the fastener, nail flush with the surface of batten.
LAP SIDING INSTALLED VERTICALLY continued Minimum Fastener Type: • Corrosion Resistant= (ASTM A153) Hotdipped Galvanized or stainless steel • Ring Shank: Shank diameter= 0.092 inch, Length= fastener shall be long enough to fully penetrate structural panel sheathing. • Ensure that the ring shanks of the nail fully engages the wood structural panel wall sheathing. • Caution: The length of fastener should be chosen to reduce possible damage to wiring or other utilities in the exterior wall assembly 6" o.c.
LP SmartSide TRIM & FASCIATrim & Fascia 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES PREPARATION LAP SIDING INSTALLED VERTICALLY continued • Lap Siding installed vertically must be applied in a manner that will not allow moisture intrusion or water buildup. • When using LP® SmartSide® siding with other siding products like stucco, brick or cultured stone veneers, it is important to use a capillary break so moisture absorbed into those veneers cannot be transferred into SmartSide siding.
FASCIA APPLICATION continued STEP 3: These steps show the correct procedure for installing roof edge products to facilitate easy installation of the LP® SmartSide® Soffit and Fascia. Take the distance of the mark from Step 2 measure the edge of the roof to the mark on the opposite of the eave. Snap a chalk line from end to end for reference. Depending on the situation you will need to use your discretion to install Soffit or Fascia first.
FASCIA APPLICATION continued STEP 11: Install the metal drip edge up the gable end using the chalk line as a reference and fasten. Be sure to overhang excess material (Approx. 2") Note: This will need to be trimmed AFTER the LP® SmartSide® Fascia is installed. STEP 12: Next lift up on the metal roof edge on the eave end and slide your ruler up until it bumps the top of the inside. Record the measurement where the bottom of the subfascia ends.
SOFFIT APPLICATION continued • Space nails 6" o.c. at panel edges and 12" o.c. at intermediate supports. Do not use staples. • W hen installing the Architectural Collection vented soffit, avoid cutting through the vented areas. If it cannot be avoided, take special precautions to avoid damage to spokes within the vent. • A void diagonal cuts through the vented areas. If necessary all soffit edges must be supported or backed by solid framing.
