James Hardie Siding Nails
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James hardie siding nails. Hardie plank siding has a nail line across the top of the board that is 1 down from the top and nails are supposed to fall between and 1 from the top of the board to give the best hold. We ve been providing a better way to build for over 100 years. Fasteners must be corrosion resistant galvanized or stainless steel. Electro galvanized nails are acceptable for use with james hardie siding products but may exhibit premature corrosion.
From the ends of the plank. From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. James hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding and backerboard. Better than the real thing it resists rotting curling warping and splitting.
James hardie is here to help by providing accurate information about the new standard and guidance to help you demonstrate compliance. Blind nailing preferred installation james hardie prefers and recommends installation of hardieplank lap siding by the blind nailing technique such that fasteners are hidden by the course above. From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. From the ends of the plank.
Get the authenticity of cedar shingles with the strength of james hardie. Any lower and you might see a few nail heads poking through the bottom of the next board any higher and your siding is likely to be loose and could even rattle in the wind. But if you like the look don t limit yourself. Blind nailing preferred installation james hardie prefers and recommends installation of hardieplank lap siding by the blind nailing technique such that fasteners are hidden by the course above.
Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in. James hardie is not responsible for the corrosion resistance of fasteners. Photo gallery see more explore the photo gallery. Get a list of the distributors and dealers near you who offer north america s favorite fiber cement siding.
Exterior house washing recommendations for fiber cement siding and trim follow these recommendations to clean the exterior of your home and to help maintain the beauty and value of your james hardie siding. James hardie recommends the use of quality hot dipped galvanized nails.