Fiber Cement Shingle Siding Installation

When installing fiber cement siding always leave a gap at the ends of each length of siding.

Fiber cement shingle siding installation.

Installing fiberboard cement siding. Attach a horizontal strip of wood lath that s 0 25 in 0 64 cm thick and 1 25 in 3 2 cm wide directly above the chalk line. Fiberboard cement siding looks identical to wood once it s painted. Fiber cement siding can be installed over foam insulation up to 1 inch as long as it conforms to regulations and standards.

Apply a vertical bead of caulk at each end of the wall. Fiberglass cement siding is a composite made of portland cement silica and wood fiber. If hand nailing fiber cement siding use hot dipped galvanized nails and drive the nails into the wall studs. Be sure the flashing overlaps the siding course below.

Measure up 0 25 in 0 64 cm from where you want the bottom of the fiber cement siding to be then snap a level horizontal chalk line. Become a better installer make sure you keep the siding stored flat and covered when not currently in use and that you pay attention to the installation manual. Score the cut line with a utility knife and snap the siding in two. Apply caulk to the joint before and after installing the siding.

Leave a small gap at butt joints and fill with caulk.