James Hardie Board Installation Instructions

We ve been providing a better way to build for over 100 years.

James hardie board installation instructions.

Branz appraisal james hardie rigid air barriers. James hardie will assume no responsibility for water infiltration within the wall. Failure to follow james hardie written installation instructions and comply with applicable building codes may violate local laws affect building envelope performance and may affect warranty coverage. Installing siding wet or saturated may result in shrinkage at butt.

James hardie recommends the use of building paper type weather resistive barriers with all siding products. Fasten cement board with specified nails or screws as listed in materials required a maximum of 8 in on center at all supports. The best way to get the performance you expect from your james hardie products is to work with a professional contractor. Fire and acoustic design manual 3.

Install boards 1 4 in above floor tub or shower pan and caulk accordingly. Failure to comply with all health and safety regulations when cutting and installing this product may result in personal injury. Keep fasteners 3 8 in from board edges and 2 in in from sheet corners. Instantly access installation info technical bulletins sds sheets more.

Hardiebacker cement board is made better to install better and perform better. Installation instructions for these materials. Homerab pre cladding rab board installation manual 2. Failure to comply with all health and safety regulations when cutting and installing this product may result in personal injury.

Download and view all the latest james hardie technical manuals installation manuals design manuals and safety data sheets sds for james hardie products. Store flat and keep dry prior to installation. James hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding and backerboard.