Installation Instructions
Applicationinstructions(cont.)
Nail 
3
/
8
 in. 
from edge
12 in. max. 
field nailing
6 in. max. 
perimeter 
nailing
6 in. max. 
perimeter nailing
Do not let panel 
contact masonry
Foundation
6 in. min. ground 
clearance
Figure 3
 . R  C C
1 in. min. 
clearance from 
roofing
Trim
Prime and paint 
bottom drip 
edges
4 in. min. vertical 
flashing
Figure 4
LP SS P S J D
BUTT & FLASH
Sloped 
flashing with 
4 in. vertical leg
Siding
3
/
8
 in. 
min. gap
Blocking
LAP
Lap top panel 
over bottom 
panel
Siding
1 in. min. 
overlap
Blocking
LAPPED HORIZONTAL WALL JOINT
Siding
Framing (band joist, 
truss chord, etc.)
Wall Framing
1 in. min. 
overlap
HORIZONTAL WALL JOINTS
Figure 5A
Figure 5B
Figure 5C
•NotwarrantedforapplicationonSIPandICFassemblies.
CAUTION
 
 
InsulatedSheathings
-
-
Snug
Flush
Visible fiber
Countersunk 
/–
/ .
Countersunk more 
than 
1
/8 in.
CONDITION CORRECTION
OK
OK
Paint
Apply sealant
Apply sealant and
re-nail





