This technical bulletin addresses approved fastening techniques when using hardieplank lap siding.
House siding fastening.
What kinds of nails are for wood siding.
At the bottom install a starter strip supplied by the manufacturer or install a 1 2.
Perfect for both residential and commercial applications the deckwise hidden siding fastener system works with advantage rainscreen siding.
The deckwise hidden siding fasteners are made from solid stainless steel and are the ideal fastening system to secure each board without ever drilling in the wood.
Staples for siding many installers prefer staples for shingles and shakes because the thinner shank of the staple legs are less likely to cause splits.
Hardieplank lap siding may be used with fasteners approved by icc es esr 2290 spaced in accordance.
To estimate the total pounds of fasteners required multiply the total square feet of siding by 0 005 for aluminum nails and 0 01 for roofing nails staples and screws.
See that the starter board is level.
2 install the first siding board at the bottom.
Crown per staple for each shingle or shake with crowns placed parallel to the butt.
Whether you install clapboard t1 11 cedar shakes or board and batten siding on your house you can attach it with either nails or screws.