how to start a hardiplank starter course

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1) The starter strip should be installed over the water-resistive barrier. Starter strips can be made by ripping 11/ 4-in. lengths from full or partial planks of HardiePlank® siding. 2) Use HardiePlank 81/ 4-in. lap siding for the starter course.

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Do I need a starter strip for hardieplank lap siding?

Jun 14, 2019 · HardiePlank lap siding requires a starter strip beneath the first course. You have two options here – you can make your own or you may be able to find acceptable prefabricated, third-party starter strips available for purchase. You can make your own fiber cement starter strip by ripping a piece of HardiePlank lap siding into 1-1/4-inch strips.

Do I need a starter strip for hardieshingle®siding?

3) Overlap second piece of Hardiplank siding with EZ Line 1-1/4", utilizing EZ Line alignment aid. weather-resistive barrier * 1) Install 1/4” lath strip to ensure consistent plank angle. 2) Begin first course at end of far left wall and nail to stud. 3) Second course begins at …

How do you install hardiplank lap siding?

Nov 29, 2017 · From starter strips to correct gap length its important to know the basics for siding installation. Learn how to install HardiePlank lap siding on your home'...

How to install hardiplank siding with EZ line?

Jul 05, 2021 · Use hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel nails. Nails should penetrate through the sheathing and at least 1” into studs. Position nails ¾” to 1” from the edge of the siding. Siding can either be blind nailed at the top or face nailed at the bottom.

How do you start the first row of Hardie board?

1:458:13HardiePlank Lap Siding Install Video - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe first course should start at the lowest point of the house. Special. Attention should be made toMoreThe first course should start at the lowest point of the house. Special. Attention should be made to ensure that it's straight and level.

How do you start the first row of lap siding?

3:1217:4090234 views - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd these starter strips are going to be the first thing you install along the very bottom of yourMoreAnd these starter strips are going to be the first thing you install along the very bottom of your sheathing. And that's going to be what helps to kick out that first row of lap siding.

Do you need a starter strip for lap siding?

HardiePlank lap siding requires a starter strip beneath the first course. You have two options here – you can make your own or you may be able to find acceptable prefabricated, third-party starter strips available for purchase.Jun 14, 2019

How thick is the starter strip of Hardie siding?

Sturdi-Starter is a 4-foot long x 1 ¼” wide x 5/16” thick (8 mm) profile extruded polypropylene plastic strip used as a starter strip behind the first course of siding. Sturdi-Starter replaces strips ripped from good planks of siding, saving the installer money and materials, time on the job and extra labor.May 15, 2014

Does Hardie board need strapping?

Even though James Hardie does not require a rainscreen in most cases, it can still be a relatively inexpensive way to improve the long-term health and performance of your structure. Particularly with HardiePanel, we always recommend at least a drainable housewrap as a weather barrier.Jul 8, 2020

How much should Hardie plank siding overlap?

1¼”Each row of siding should overlap by 1¼” or more.

How do you secure Hardie 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 nails are used for Hardie siding?

James Hardie recommends using stainless steel finish nails when installing HardieTrim products. Use a 2 in. finish nail to fasten trim together. Longer finish nails may bend.

How do you install Hardie board siding and trim?

0:214:37Installation-8 HardieTrim® - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSpace nails across the width of the board no more than 16 inches on center keep fasteners threeMoreSpace nails across the width of the board no more than 16 inches on center keep fasteners three quarters of an inch back from all edges and three-quarters of an inch from the ends.

What widths does hardiplank come in?

Available in commonly-used nominal widths from 101mm (4 in) to 304mm (12 in). HARDIETRIM® BATTEN BOARDS HardieTrim® Batten Boards are a decorative non-load bearing trim product. HardieTrim® Batten Boards are 19mm (¾ in) thick, 64mm (2½ in) wide, and come on 3,658mm (12 ft) lengths.

What widths does Hardie plank siding come in?

Plank Widths:5.25″ (4″ exposure)6.25″ (5″ exposure)7.25″ (6″ exposure)8.25″ (7″ exposure)9.25″ (8″ exposure)

Does Hardie make shiplap?

James Hardie 5/8" 10-1/4" x 12' Artisan® Shiplap Plank Lap Siding for HardieZone® 10 Primed.