Installing Fiberboard Siding

Fiber cement siding expands and contracts.

Installing fiberboard siding.

Measuring and cutting fiber cement 1. 4 to 8 seconds per crosscut 20 to 40 seconds to nail up an 8 foot long piece of siding. If the wall you re covering is wider. Fiber cement is tougher than other materials hold the starter 1 4 in.

Use ear protection when cutting siding with a circular. Inspect siding carefully for damage when it arrives. Down preassemble the corners install fiber cement using a few special techniques layout the siding courses remove the plastic last flash the butt. Measure the siding so it ends on a stud if it is too short to span the wall.

Subtract 0 125 in 0 32 cm at each end when measuring fiber cement. Wear safety glasses when cutting and nailing fcs. How to install fiber cement siding cutting the fiber cement. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva shares his secrets for working with fiber cement siding.

How to install fiber cement siding safety first. Fiber cement boards can be purchased ready to install in a wide range of beautiful colors and stains. How to cut nail and install durable fiber siding plus caulking and painting tips.