Installation Guide

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5 | Diamond Kote Building Products Application Guide 6.18

TRIM | FASTENER INFORMATION

• Fastener length: Long enough to fully

penetrate structural framing or wood

structural panels and structural framing

a minimum of 1".

• Fastener placement: 3/8" from ends and

edges, when framing support allows.

• Fastener spacing: Must be fastened with

two nails at both ends, with additional

fasteners spaced a maximum of 24

inches o.c. along the length of the board,

or with additional fasteners spaced a

max. of 12 inches o.c. along alternating

edges the length of the board.

• Fastener quantity: For trim under 7

inches wide use a minimum of 2 nails per

width. For trim 7 to 12 inches wide use

a minimum of 3 nails per width. For trim

over 12 inches wide use a minimum of 4

nails per width.

• Where edges of trim meet siding material,

windows, etc., leave a min. 3/16 inch

space to allow for proper sealing.

Provide increased spacing along the

trim if specied by the siding application

instructions.

CUTTING

• A ne-tooth carbide tipped blade is

recommended for the cleanest cut.

• Trim and fascia are manufactured with

a special edge coating which reduces

moisture-related issues.

• Don't rip and/or route the trim and fascia,

as it will leave the edges unprotected.

• If the trim/fascia materials are ripped

you must take special care to prime,

paint and seal all exposed wood ber as

described in the nishing section.

• Do not miter trim ends or edges. 45

degree diagonal cuts of trim ends around

door and window opening is acceptable,

as well as joining.

(See below)

BUTT JOINTS FOR TRIM

• Ends and butt joints require a 3/16 inch

space and seal with a high quality non-

hardening paintable long-life sealant.

Joints may lightly touch around windows

and doors only.

• Butt joints require 4 nails with 2 nails on

either side of the joint at each edge.

TRIM ADJOINING WITH OTHER MATERIALS

• Trim with Stucco, Brick or Cultured Stone:

it is important to use a capillary break so

moisture absorbed into the stucco, brick

/cultured stone can not transfer into the

trim. Avoid direct contact between the

trim and stucco, brick or cultured stone.

• Separate with a min. 3/8-inch space

and a high-quality sealant

(backer rod may

be required as per the sealant manufacturers

instructions). Additional space may be

required by the manufacturer of the

stucco, brick or cultured stone cladding.

• Other types of material like aluminum

ashing can be used to separate the

trim from the stucco, brick or cultured

stone but dissimilar materials should be

properly spaced to allow for dierent

rates of thermal or moisture movement.

• Apply sloped Z-ashing over horizontal

trim so water can be redirected to the

outer surface of the wall.

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

INSTALLATION

LP SmartSide Trim Adjoining Vinyl Siding:

• Install vinyl siding meeting standards of manufacturers

installation instructions and/or the Vinyl Siding Instutute’s

Manual.

• Horizontally adjoined trim and vinyl J-channel or utility trim:

Install sloped Z-ashing with a minimum 4 inch upper leg.

(See diagram 8a)

• Vertically adjoined trim and vinyl J-channel - J-channel should t

snug to trim.

• Do not caulk between trim and J-channel or utility trim.

• Install the trim according to the LP SmartSide Trim and Fascia

application instructions.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

LP® SmartSide® Trim Adjoining Other Materials

LP SmartSide Trim Adjoining Stucco, Brick or Cultured Stone:

When using LP SmartSide trim with stucco, brick or cultured stone,

it is important to use a capillary break so moisture absorbed into

the stucco, brick or cultured stone cannot transfer into the trim.

• Avoid Direct Contact between the trim and stucco, brick or

cultured stone.

• Separate with a minimum 3/8-inch space and a high-quality

sealant (backer rod may be required as per the sealant

manufacturers instructions). Additional space may be required

by the manufacturer of the stucco, brick or cultured stone

cladding. (See diagram 8b)

• Other types of impervious material such as aluminum ashing

can be used to separate the trim from the stucco, brick or

cultured stone but the dissimilar materials should be properly

spaced to allow for dierent rates of thermal or moisture-related

movement.

• Apply sloped Z-ashing over horizontal trim so water that may

get behind adjoining cladding can be redirected to the outer

surface of the wall.

• Install the trim according to the LP SmartSide Trim and Fascia

application instructions.

• Install the stucco, brick or cultured stone cladding in a manner

consistent with the manufacturers installation instructions.

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

WRB

Sheathing

Stucco, Brick

or Cultured

Sonte

Casing Bead

Sloped

Z-Flashing

(do not caulk)

Casing Bead

Stucco, Brick

or Cultured

Sonte

Backer Rod

and Sealant

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

PREPARATION

• Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between trim

and nished grade. (See diagram 2a)

• Trim applied adjacent to roofs, porches, patios, sidewalks, etc.

must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface where

water might collect. The surface must be sloped or otherwise

designed to provide proper drainage so the trim is at no time

directly exposed to standing water. (See diagram 2b)

• A non-corrosive drip-edge must be applied at bottom edge of

roong where it meets the fascia. (See diagrams 2c and 9c)

• In a horizontal brick frieze or band board application where the

trim meets the masonry leave a 3/8 inch minimum airspace and

ash between the trim and the masonry. (See diagram 2d)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

• For the cleanest cut and longer blade life, a ne-tooth carbide

tipped blade is recommended.

• Trim and fascia are manufactured with a special edge coating

which reduces moisture-related issues. Do not rip and/or rout

the trim and fascia, as it will leave the edges unprotected. If the

trim or fascia materials are ripped you must take special care to

prime, paint and seal all exposed wood ber as described in the

nishing section.

• Climb cut the surface of the trim and fascia such that the rotation

of the blade cuts downward on the primed or prenished

surface.

• Do not miter trim ends or edges. 45 degree diagonal cuts of trim

ends around door and window opening is acceptable, as well as

joining. (See diagram 2e)

UTTING

General Information (continued)

Cutting

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

PREPARATION

• Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between trim

and nished grade. (See diagram 2a)

• Trim applied adjacent to roofs, porches, patios, sidewalks, etc.

must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface where

water might collect. The surface must be sloped or otherwise

designed to provide proper drainage so the trim is at no time

directly exposed to standing water. (See diagram 2b)

• A non-corrosive drip-edge must be applied at bottom edge of

roong where it meets the fascia. (See diagrams 2c and 9c)

• In a horizontal brick frieze or band board application where the

trim meets the masonry leave a 3/8 inch minimum airspace and

ash between the trim and the masonry. (See diagram 2d)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

• For the cleanest cut and longer blade life, a ne-tooth carbide

tipped blade is recommended.

• Trim and fascia are manufactured with a special edge coating

which reduces moisture-related issues. Do not rip and/or rout

the trim and fascia, as it will leave the edges unprotected. If the

trim or fascia materials are ripped you must take special care to

prime, paint and seal all exposed wood ber as described in the

nishing section.

• Climb cut the surface of the trim and fascia such that the rotation

of the blade cuts downward on the primed or prenished

surface.

• Do not miter trim ends or edges. 45 degree diagonal cuts of trim

ends around door and window opening is acceptable, as well as

joining. (See diagram 2e)

UTTING

General Information (continued)

Cutting

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

PREPARATION

• Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between trim

and nished grade. (See diagram 2a)

• Trim applied adjacent to roofs, porches, patios, sidewalks, etc.

must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface where

water might collect. The surface must be sloped or otherwise

designed to provide proper drainage so the trim is at no time

directly exposed to standing water. (See diagram 2b)

• A non-corrosive drip-edge must be applied at bottom edge of

roong where it meets the fascia. (See diagrams 2c and 9c)

• In a horizontal brick frieze or band board application where the

trim meets the masonry leave a 3/8 inch minimum airspace and

ash between the trim and the masonry. (See diagram 2d)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

• For the cleanest cut and longer blade life, a ne-tooth carbide

tipped blade is recommended.

• Trim and fascia are manufactured with a special edge coating

which reduces moisture-related issues. Do not rip and/or rout

the trim and fascia, as it will leave the edges unprotected. If the

trim or fascia materials are ripped you must take special care to

prime, paint and seal all exposed wood ber as described in the

nishing section.

• Climb cut the surface of the trim and fascia such that the rotation

of the blade cuts downward on the primed or prenished

surface.

• Do not miter trim ends or edges. 45 degree diagonal cuts of trim

ends around door and window opening is acceptable, as well as

joining. (See diagram 2e)

UTTING

General Information (continued)

Cutting

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

PREPARATION

• Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between trim

and nished grade. (See diagram 2a)

• Trim applied adjacent to roofs, porches, patios, sidewalks, etc.

must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface where

water might collect. The surface must be sloped or otherwise

designed to provide proper drainage so the trim is at no time

directly exposed to standing water. (See diagram 2b)

• A non-corrosive drip-edge must be applied at bottom edge of

roong where it meets the fascia. (See diagrams 2c and 9c)

• In a horizontal brick frieze or band board application where the

trim meets the masonry leave a 3/8 inch minimum airspace and

ash between the trim and the masonry. (See diagram 2d)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

• For the cleanest cut and longer blade life, a ne-tooth carbide

tipped blade is recommended.

• Trim and fascia are manufactured with a special edge coating

which reduces moisture-related issues. Do not rip and/or rout

the trim and fascia, as it will leave the edges unprotected. If the

trim or fascia materials are ripped you must take special care to

prime, paint and seal all exposed wood ber as described in the

nishing section.

• Climb cut the surface of the trim and fascia such that the rotation

of the blade cuts downward on the primed or prenished

surface.

• Do not miter trim ends or edges. 45 degree diagonal cuts of trim

ends around door and window opening is acceptable, as well as

joining. (See diagram 2e)

UTTING

General Information (continued)

Cutting

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

Paint

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

INSTALLATION

• Butt joints: Ends and butt joints require a 3/16 inch space

and seal with a high quality non-hardening paintable long-life

sealant. Joints may lightly touch around windows and doors

only. Butt joints require four (4) nails with two nails on either side

of the joint at each edge. (See diagrams 4a, 5a and 5b)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

Alternative Fastening Option - Trim Nails

• Common or box nails provide superior resistance to fastener pull-through. In Hurricane-Prone Regions or locations where

negative wind loads are a concern, box or common nails should be used. Trim nails may be used in other locations with

the following cautions: Do not overdrive or counter sink the fastener, nail ush with the surface of trim. Trim nails shall be

installed per the length, placement, spacing and quantity requirements listed in this document. Detachment of trim is not

covered by the LP SmartSide limited warranty whether common, box, or trim nails are used.

Alternative Fastening Option over Wood Structural Panels - Sheathing Only Attachment:

• Wood structural panels must be a minimum 7/16 Category with an APA Trademark that contains the consensus Standard

DOC PS 1 or PS 2.

• Fastener Type:

− Ring-shank nail − Shank diameter = 0.091 inch

− Hot-dipped galvanized (ASTM A153) or equal − Head diameter = 0.200 inch

• Fastener Length:

− Fastener shall be long enough to fully penetrate through wood structural panel sheathing and extend by at least

1/4 inch

• Fastener Placement and Quantity:

− Must be consistent with the LP® SmartSide® Trim and Fascia Application Instructions.

• Strictly adhered to all other aspects of the LP® SmartSide® Trim and Fascia Application Instructions.

• Detachment of trim is not covered by LP SmartSide limited warranty whether fasteners penetrate studs or sheathing only

attachment is used.

Alternative Fastening Option - Attaching Trim as Batten Strips

• Attachment of trim as batten strips where the trim is unable to be attached into wood structural panels and structural

framing a minimum of 1 inch will require additional support from a construction adhesive. First, use hot-dipped galvanized

ring-shanked nails no smaller than 0.091 inch shank diameter to attach the trim suciently to secure the trim to the

structure while the construction adhesive completes its curing process. Second, use an exterior grade construction adhesive

that meets the following specications.

Construction Adhesive Specications:

− Minimum bond strength: 300 psi

− Minimum application temperature: 40° F

− Paintable grade

Alternative Fastening Option - Installing Over Insulated Sheathings

LP SmartSide Trim and Fascia may be installed over low-compression rigid foam or exterior gypsum.

The following precautions must be followed:

• Adequate bracing of the wall in accordance with the International Codes or other ruling building code is required.

• For rigid foam sheathing up to 1 inch (25.4 mm) thick, trim may be nailed directly to the foam sheathing unless a drainage

plane is required by the local building code. Nail length must be increased to ensure a minimum 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm)

fastener penetration into the structural framing.

• For rigid foam sheathing greater than 1 inch (25.4 mm) thick, a minimum 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm) thick by 3-1/2 inches

(88.9 mm) wide vertical strapping or furring strip must be installed over the sheathing to provide a solid, level nailing base

for the trim. The strapping must be securely fastened to structural framing spaced no greater than 16 inches o.c. (406 mm)

with a minimum nail penetration of 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm) and a maximum nail spacing no greater than the width of the

siding.

Louisiana-Pacic assumes no responsibility for any damage or condition arising from the use of rigid foam or exterior

gypsum.

5b5a

Fastening Instructions (continued)

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

DO NOT use scarf joints

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

INSTALLATION

• Butt joints: Ends and butt joints require a 3/16 inch space

and seal with a high quality non-hardening paintable long-life

sealant. Joints may lightly touch around windows and doors

only. Butt joints require four (4) nails with two nails on either side

of the joint at each edge. (See diagrams 4a, 5a and 5b)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

Alternative Fastening Option - Trim Nails

• Common or box nails provide superior resistance to fastener pull-through. In Hurricane-Prone Regions or locations where

negative wind loads are a concern, box or common nails should be used. Trim nails may be used in other locations with

the following cautions: Do not overdrive or counter sink the fastener, nail ush with the surface of trim. Trim nails shall be

installed per the length, placement, spacing and quantity requirements listed in this document. Detachment of trim is not

covered by the LP SmartSide limited warranty whether common, box, or trim nails are used.

Alternative Fastening Option over Wood Structural Panels - Sheathing Only Attachment:

• Wood structural panels must be a minimum 7/16 Category with an APA Trademark that contains the consensus Standard

DOC PS 1 or PS 2.

• Fastener Type:

− Ring-shank nail − Shank diameter = 0.091 inch

− Hot-dipped galvanized (ASTM A153) or equal − Head diameter = 0.200 inch

• Fastener Length:

− Fastener shall be long enough to fully penetrate through wood structural panel sheathing and extend by at least

1/4 inch

• Fastener Placement and Quantity:

− Must be consistent with the LP® SmartSide® Trim and Fascia Application Instructions.

• Strictly adhered to all other aspects of the LP® SmartSide® Trim and Fascia Application Instructions.

• Detachment of trim is not covered by LP SmartSide limited warranty whether fasteners penetrate studs or sheathing only

attachment is used.

Alternative Fastening Option - Attaching Trim as Batten Strips

• Attachment of trim as batten strips where the trim is unable to be attached into wood structural panels and structural

framing a minimum of 1 inch will require additional support from a construction adhesive. First, use hot-dipped galvanized

ring-shanked nails no smaller than 0.091 inch shank diameter to attach the trim suciently to secure the trim to the

structure while the construction adhesive completes its curing process. Second, use an exterior grade construction adhesive

that meets the following specications.

Construction Adhesive Specications:

− Minimum bond strength: 300 psi

− Minimum application temperature: 40° F

− Paintable grade

Alternative Fastening Option - Installing Over Insulated Sheathings

LP SmartSide Trim and Fascia may be installed over low-compression rigid foam or exterior gypsum.

The following precautions must be followed:

• Adequate bracing of the wall in accordance with the International Codes or other ruling building code is required.

• For rigid foam sheathing up to 1 inch (25.4 mm) thick, trim may be nailed directly to the foam sheathing unless a drainage

plane is required by the local building code. Nail length must be increased to ensure a minimum 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm)

fastener penetration into the structural framing.

• For rigid foam sheathing greater than 1 inch (25.4 mm) thick, a minimum 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm) thick by 3-1/2 inches

(88.9 mm) wide vertical strapping or furring strip must be installed over the sheathing to provide a solid, level nailing base

for the trim. The strapping must be securely fastened to structural framing spaced no greater than 16 inches o.c. (406 mm)

with a minimum nail penetration of 1-1/2 inches (38.1 mm) and a maximum nail spacing no greater than the width of the

siding.

Louisiana-Pacic assumes no responsibility for any damage or condition arising from the use of rigid foam or exterior

gypsum.

5b5a

Fastening Instructions (continued)

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

3/8" from ends

and edges

3/16" Space

TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES

PREPARATION

• Moisture control and moisture vapor control are critical elements of proper housing design and construction. Check your

local building codes for application procedures for handling moisture and water vapor in your area.

• Follow all applicable building code specications 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.

Lack of proper ventilation; exposure to constant or repetitive sources of water such as sprinklers, condensation, inadequate

ashing; improper sealing; or failure to follow common building practices that prevent moisture intrusion into the wall

system may cause damage, and products subject to such treatment will be excluded from warranty coverage.

• As with all wood products, do not apply engineered wood trim and fascia to a structure having excessive moisture

conditions such as drying concrete, plaster, or wet blown cellulose insulation. If such conditions exist, the building should be

well ventilated to allow it to dry prior to the application of the trim and fascia.

• Gutters with kick-out ashing and eave drip edge are recommended for control of roof water run o.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

• Apply nails to meet the specications in the General Application

Equipment section in this document. (See diagram 3c)

• For edge-nailing, all nail holes must be pre-drilled. Do not

attempt to edge nail without pre-drilling.

(See diagrams 6e and 6f)

• Fastener length: Long enough to fully penetrate structural

framing or wood structural panels and structural framing a

minimum of 1 inch.

(See diagram 4a)

• Fastener placement: 3/8 inch from ends and edges, when

framing support allows.

• Fastener spacing: Trim must be fastened with two nails at both

ends, with additional fasteners spaced a maximum of 24 inches

o.c. along the length of the board, or with two nails at both ends,

with additional fasteners spaced a maximum of 12 inches o.c.

along alternating edges the length of the board.

(See diagram 4b)

• Fastener quantity: For trim under 7 inches wide use a minimum

of 2 nails per width. For trim 7 to 12 inches wide use a minimum

of 3 nails per width. For trim over 12 inches wide use a minimum

of 4 nails per width.

• Where edges of trim meet siding material, windows, doors or

other nished openings, leave a minimum 3/16 inch space to

allow for proper sealing. Provide increased spacing along the

trim if specied by the siding application instructions.

• Do not miter corner joints of band boards, fascia, corner trim,

etc. (See diagram 2e)

UTTING

Moisture Control

Fastening Instructions

INSTALLATION

LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia

24" Max

12" Max

Never nail into

edges without

pre-drilling

Do not miter

edges

Never nail into

edges without

pre-drilling

Fastener

spacing