Assembly Instructions

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Date Created: 12/22/2016 www.lpcorp.com
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 Fastener Placement for Vertical Siding:
o Maximum 3/8 inch from ends and edges (See Figure 2)
 Fastener Spacing for Vertical Siding:
o Fastened a maximum of 6 o.c. along the perimeter (See Figure 2)
 Minimum Fastener Type for Batten:
o Corrosion Resistant – Hot-dipped galvanized (ASTM A153) or stainless steel
o Ring Shank
− 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 counter sink the fastener, nail flush with the surface
of batten. Batten nails shall be installed per the length, placement,
spacing and quantity requirements listed in this document. Detachment
of batten is not covered by the LP SmartSide limited warranty whether
ring shank or trim nails are used.
o Shank diameter = 0.091 inch
o Head diameter = 0.221 inch
o Length = fastener shall be long enough to fully penetrate Vertical Siding
− Caution: Choose a fastener length that will not damage wiring or other
utilities in the exterior wall assembly
 Fastener Placement for Battens:
o Maximum 3/8 inch from ends and edges (See Figure 1)
 Fastener Spacing for Battens:
o Fastened with two nails at both ends, with additional fasteners spaced a
maximum of 12 inches o.c. along alternating edges the length of the batten
(See Figure 1)
 Do not bridge floors with Vertical Siding or Battens. Create a horizontal joint between
floors. (See Figure 4)
 Vertical Siding must be applied in a manner that will not allow moisture intrusion or
water buildup.
 Refer to LP® SmartSide® Strand Substrate Panel Siding Application Instructions and LP®
SmartSide® Trim and Fascia Application Instructions for additional application
information.