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How much does Hardiplank siding cost? |
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Call customer service at 1-888-JHARDIE for your closest sales representative. |
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How do your prices compare to the prices of brick and vinyl? |
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While prices vary from market to market, this is how Hardiplank siding compares in installed price with its competitors:
 More expensive than Vinyl |
| Less expensive than Brick |
| Equal or less than Hardboard Siding |
| Less expensive than Synthetic Stucco |
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Do I have to paint Hardiplank siding? |
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Yes, Hardiplank lap siding must be painted or you may order many James Hardie products coated with the The ColorPlus™ Collection by James Hardie factory finishing and coloring system.
If painting, for best results use Hardiplank with our exclusive PrimePlus™ factory priming system along with one top coat of 100% acrylic paint. For specific recommendations, please refer to JH Technical Bulletin No. S-100 or contact the paint manufacturers for their specifications. Hardiplank with the PrimePlus™ system is required to be painted within 180 days of installation.
The ColorPlus Collection by James Hardie comes in 8 standard colors that result in a finished siding product that will not crack, chip or peel. The standard finishes are warranted for 15 years. |
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How do I cut Hardiplank siding? How can I control the dust? |
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Score and snap with Hardie tungsten carbide sconing knife.
Electric and pneumatic shears: The Snapper Lite™ & Windshear™ are available from Pacific International Tool & Shear (800) 297-7487.
Circular saws with dust collection are available from Makita®. Call (800) 4MAKITA.
Airborne dust can be controlled by using and positioning a household box-type fan to blow dust in an opposite direction or by using either the Snapper Lite or Windshear.
As always when cutting building materials containing Silica, appropriate
eye and dust protection should always be worn. For information on
avoiding dust inhalation, please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet
available wherever James Hardie fiber-cement products are sold. |
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Do you require a weather-resistant barrier behind Hardiplank siding? |
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James Hardie as well as the Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) require the use of a weather-resistant barrier. It is good building practice. |
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Can I blind nail? When do I have to face nail? Can I use staples? |
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Yes, you can blind nail Hardiplank siding. This can be done up to 24" on center. Please consult NER-405 Report (Table 2) for complete details.
Staples cannot be used. |
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Do I have to butt the joints? Will water get through the gap? Do I have to caulk? |
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Please refer to our complete Hardiplank siding installation instructions. |
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What types of trim can be used with Hardiplank siding? |
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The following are suitable trim products for use with Hardiplank siding:
| Fiber Cement |
| Real Wood |
| Engineered Wood |
| Vinyl |
| Coated or Corrosion-Resistant Aluminum |
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What are the "K" and "R" values for Hardiplank siding? |
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"K" and "R" values are listed in the product brochure and the NER-405 Report (See Table 4). |
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Can Hardiplank siding be applied to metal framing? |
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Yes, please refer to NER-405 Report (Tables 2 & 3) for product application details. |
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How close to the ground can I install Hardiplank siding? |
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Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) require that exterior sidings be installed with a minimum 6" clearance of soil. This will allow for clearance when soil is back-filled against the foundation and footings. |
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What type of weather-resistant barrier is required? |
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Any weather-resistant barrier complying with the Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) is acceptable. |
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