Can you run Hardie board vertically?
HardiePanel vertical siding may be installed on vertical wall applications only. DO NOT use HardiePanel vertical siding in Fascia or Trim applications. The designer and/or architect shall take into consideration the coefficient of thermal expansion and moisture movement of the product in their design.
Does Hardie board make vertical siding?
HardiePanel vertical siding is 5/16 in. thick and is available in 4×8, 4×9 and 4×10 sizes. Please see your local James Hardie dealer for texture and size availability. HardiePanel vertical siding is available as a prefinished James Hardie® product with ColorPlus® Technology.
What is the difference between Hardie HZ5 and HZ10?
The HZ5 line works best for extremely cold areas and places that experience huge variations in temperature. The HZ10 line is much better for humidity and rain, and houses that experience a great deal of exposure to the sun.
Can I use a framing nailer for Hardie siding?
The answer is, yes. Framing nail guns can be used for siding installation, if the nail being used is long enough to attach the siding firmly to your exterior wood sheathing. While it’s recommended to always use a siding nail gun for siding installation, in a pinch, you may be able to use a framing nailer instead.
Can cement board be installed vertically?
Boards may be installed vertically or horizontally. Edges of the board parallel to framing must be supported by a structural framing member. Score and snap boards to required sizes and make necessary cutouts. Attach the HardieBacker® Cement Board with HydroDefense™ Technology.
Is vertical Hardie board more expensive?
Because it’s beautifully timeless, and less expensive than vertical siding, horizontal siding is an attractive option for most homeowners.
How often does Hardie board need painting?
every ten to twenty years
Hardie Plank is also called fiber cement siding. While it’s far heavier than aluminum, vinyl or wood, it is extremely durable and typically only needs a new paint every ten to twenty years for maintenance. It is one of the best materials and long-term solutions for protecting your home.
What is HZ10 zone?
The HZ10 system is engineered for areas with hurricane-force winds, salty sea air, and the brutal, humid heat of the southern half of the U.S. Specifically formulated for climate zones 6-10, the HZ10 boards resist cracking, splitting, rotting and swelling season after hot, humid, tropical storm season.
Do you need sheathing under Hardie board?
Joint placement: James Hardie states that all joints must land on a stud, unless you have minimum 7/16” wood structural paneling as sheathing. This means that the butt joints may develop a pattern if the installer is not paying attention.
What’s the best way to fasten Hardie board siding?
Fasten the siding – You can fasten it with a pneumatic nailer or nailing by hand. You can use corrosion-resistant screws, or you can use stainless steel or hot-dipped galvanized nails. You can nail the siding by either blind nailing it at the top or face nailing it at the bottom.
What type of nails do you use on Hardie siding?
NAIL TYPE: 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. James Hardie recommends the use of quality, hot-dipped galvanized nails.
Can fiber cement siding vertical?
Fiber cement siding, which is a highly durable and low maintenance alternative to wood, can be used in many vertical siding applications.
Do you have to caulk Hardie siding?
When James Hardie siding products butt into wood-based materials, a 1/8″ gap will allow for expansion and contraction of the wood-based product. Caulks and Sealants: James Hardie recommends the use of caulks and sealants that remain permanently flexible.
Is vertical siding harder to install?
Longer installation time — Vertical siding requires more steps to install than its horizontal counterpart, including installation of an underlayer called furring strips, which evens out the surface and makes the vertical siding look smooth and streamlined.
Is vertical siding trendy?
Fast forward to the 21st century – where vertical siding is a trendy, versatile, and popular design feature that gives traditional homes a contemporary, stylish look as well as depth to the home’s exterior.