Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in.
Nails to use with hardie siding.
Using 6d or 8d stainless or.
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 ends of the plank.
8d hot galvanized spiral these grip rite 2 1 2 in.
After attaching the taps on the back you can start attaching the hardie trim to the side of your building.
These grip rite 2 1 2 in.
James hardie is not responsible for the corrosion resistance of fasteners.
James hardie prefers and recommends installation of hardieplank lap siding by the blind nailing technique such that fasteners are hidden by the course above.
How to install hardie siding with a nail gun.
Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in.
If the hardiplank is being installed on a building in a humid climate or near the ocean or any large body of water the stainless steel nails are the first choice.
Use a pneumatic staple gun to drive for staples.
Fasteners must be corrosion resistant galvanized or stainless steel.
Pick out stainless steel or hot dipped galvanized nails size 6d 1 1 2 inch long siding nails and 2 inch long siding nails in the quantity you need for your project.
Attach flat tabs at the back of the hardie trim before installing.
From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in.
8d hot galvanized spiral siding nails 1 lb pack are hot galvanized for durability and are ideal for fastening your siding project.
Since every full hardie trim board should have at least 18 finish nails you can expect between 5 and 10 nails per trim to countersink and leave a mark.
From the ends of the plank.
From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in.
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.