Do not nail through overlaps.
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For horizontal applications start with the bottom course and work up with the channels pointing upwards.
Allow a 1 8 inch expansion gap between pieces if the siding is air or kiln dried.
Tongue and groove siding can be installed horizontally or vertically.
For vertical siding installation stud walls require horizontal blocking lines or furring strips.
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Flashing is an important line of defense in controlling moisture in wall assemblies.
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Siding up to 6 inches wide can be blind nailed with one siding nail per bearing toe nailed through the base of each tongue.
In horizontal application start at the bottom and work up with the groove edges facing downwards.
When applied over wood based sheathing vertical siding should be nailed to horizontal blocking or other wood framing members not exceeding 36 91cm on center when face nailed or 32 81cm on center when blind nailed.
Before installing siding make sure that flashings are installed to prevent moisture from entering wall and roof spaces.
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Lap siding can be installed horizontally or vertically.