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Do you need a special blade to cut Hardie board siding?
For a larger project, use a fiber cement saw blade with polycrystalline diamond tips; if you’re installing Hardie siding on a shed or other small building you can use a fiber cement saw blade with carbide tips. For installations with more or longer cuts, the carbide blade will burn out much more quickly.
What is the best tool to cut Hardie board?
A carbide-tipped scoring knife is recommended, but you can also use a utility knife or shears. Never use a high-speed grinder to cut cement board indoors, since this can create a dust hazard.
What nails do you use with Hardie siding?
NAIL TYPE: Fasteners must be corrosion resistant, galvanized or stainless steel. 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.
What kind of screws do you use for Hardie board?
In compliance with the tile industry, James Hardie recommends 1-1/4” long galvanized or stainless steel roofing nails (0.121” shank x 3/8” HD) or 1-1/4” long corrosion resistant ribbed waferhead screws (No. 8-18 x 3/8” HD). Why can’t I get screws to sit flush with the HardieBacker® cement board?.
Can you cut Hardie board with a regular saw blade?
You can use a jigsaw, table saw or circular saw, or another tool, as long as it’s equipped with the right kind of blade. Once prepared, cut the Hardie board as you would any other material. Mark your line; align the board against the guard as needed and slowly but firmly make the cut.
Can you cut Hardie board with a wood blade?
There are a few different power tools that you can use to cut cement backer board. For straight cuts, use a circular saw fitted with a carbide-tipped wood-cutting blade, pushing the saw into the material with slow, even pressure. Here’s a little secret: Use a blade with the fewest number of teeth you can find.
How do you fasten Hardie board?
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.
Do you caulk hardie panel?
Panels may be installed first with caulk applied in the joints after installation; or as an option, after the first panel is installed, apply a bead of caulk along the panel edge.
Do hardie battens need to be caulked?
Maintain a 1-2″ minimum clearance between James Hardie® products and paths, steps and driveways. Maintain a 1/4″ clearance between the bottom of James Hardie products and horizontal flashing. Do not caulk gap. Maintain a minimum 1″ gap between gutter end caps and siding & trim.
Do you need plywood behind hardie board?
Fiber cement siding should be installed over plywood, OSB, or sheathing. Building codes will usually require installing siding over water-resistant barriers and nailed into the studs every 16 or 24 inches.
What kind of saw blade Do I need to cut cement board?
Cement is a tough material to use a jigsaw to cut through, so you need to use the right blade for the job. Use a metal-cutting blade or a carbide-grit blade to cut through the board.
Should hardiplank siding be caulked?
For regular Hardiplank lap siding (the kind you paint AFTER installation), caulking at butt joints is optional. This from installation instructions: A high quality, paintable caulk is recommended.
Can you use a framing nailer for Hardie siding?
With some overlap in nail size, you may wonder whether framing nailers can be used for siding? The answer is, yes. Framing nail guns can be used for siding installation, if the nail being used is long enough to attach the siding firmly to your exterior wood sheathing.
Can I use a roofing nailer for Hardie siding?
You can shoot Hardie siding on with air powered nailers or use hand driven roofing nails to attach siding to the home or structure. The nails can be ringed- shanked or smooth just make sure you are hitting the studs in the wall. Our Crews prefer 1 3/4 “ smooth shank roofing nails for Hardie installation.
Should I nail or screw Hardie board?
James Hardie prefers and recommends installation of HardiePlank® lap siding by the blind nailing technique, such that fasteners are hidden by the course above. Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in. and 3/4 in.
Do you have to pre drill Hardie board?
Fiberboard cement siding can be hand-nailed, but because it’s so much harder and more brittle than wood, you have to predrill holes near any edge. You can save yourself a bunch of time by using a pneumatic coil siding nail gun.
Can I use drywall screws for cement board?
You don’t want to use regular drywall screws for cement boards. They can corrode, they can break down the edges of the boards, and they won’t drive in flush properly. Use ITW’s ROCK-ON and BACKER-ON screws instead.
How do you cut Hardie board trim?
How to Cut James Hardie Trim Board Install the HardiBlade saw blade in the saw. Measure the area where the trim piece will go. Mark the piece of trim to cut. Place the trim in the saw and adjust the saw to create the proper angle for the desired cut. Cut the trim board with the saw.
Can you cut cement board with a Sawzall?
A: You can cut cement backer board with a circular saw or grinder equipped with an abrasive or diamond blade. A reciprocating saw with an abrasive blade will also do the trick, and so will a backerboard scoring knife, which works like a standard razor knife but with a carbide cutting edge.
