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At James Hardie, we create innovative products that increase the beauty, value, safety and durability of the homes you design. Explore increased design options through our wide variety of product colors and textures, and enjoy superior performance that allows your designs to last a lifetime. Home Siding Products James Hardie Building Products, 1nc. Artisan® Lap For those with impeccable taste, we present new Artisan Lap from James Hardie. This luxury, high-end exterior building product turns any house into a dream home. Artisan Lap provides stunning visual impact and curb appeal, far surpassing anything else on the market. James Hardie Building Products, 1nc. HardiePlank Lap Siding HardiePlank lap siding is the most popular brand of siding in America and can be found on millions of U.S. homes. With its strength, beauty and durability, HardiePlank siding enhances and protects homes in all kinds of climates. It comes in a variety of looks and textures, all of which include PrimePlus® sealer and primer, which provide an excellent painting surface. HardiePlank lap siding comes with a 50-year transferable limited warranty. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. HardieShingle Siding HardieShingle siding has the same warm, authentic look as cedar shingles, yet it doesn't rot, crack or split. It's beautiful as a primary siding or as a complement to other styles of James Hardie® siding. Our shingle siding panels come in a variety of decorative edges, and expedite installation in larger areas. Ideal for smaller coverage areas, HardieShingle individual shingles come in a variety of widths for an authentic handcrafted look. James Hardie shingle siding products are available with a 30-year transferable limited warranty. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. HardiePanel Vertical Siding For applications that call for vertical siding, HardiePanel vertical siding is equal to our lap siding in value and long-lasting performance. Because of its structural strength, HardiePanel siding may be used as a shear panel. When combined with HardieTrim planks, it can also help you achieve a board-and-batten look. All styles of HardiePanel siding are pre-primed with PrimePlus® sealer and primer. This proprietary process ensures uniform coverage of sealer and primer, providing an excellent surface for paints and also resisting fungus and mildew. HardiePanel vertical siding comes with a 50-year transferable limited warranty. Trim Artisan Accent Trim is the perfect accent to James Hardie's architectural grade Artisan® Lap. With an impressive thickness of 1.5", Artisan Accent Trim beautifully casts deep, defined shadow lines. James Hardie Building Products, 1nc. HardieTrim Boards Our fiber cement trim and fascia add the finishing touch to a beautiful, lasting James Hardie home. They provide unmatched durability in corners, columns, windows, rakes and friezes. HardieTrim boards are pre-primed with PrimePlus® sealer and primer. This proprietary process for fiber cement trim ensures uniform coverage of sealer and primer, providing an excellent surface for paints. HardieTrim boards come with a 10-year transferable limited warranty. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. HardieSoffit Panels James Hardie pre-cut soffit panels eliminate the need for separate box or strip vents and minimize the need for cutting. HardieSoffit panels are available vented or non-vented, in a range of pre-cut sizes. All styles are pre-primed with PrimePlus® sealer and primer. This proprietary process ensures uniform coverage of sealer and primer, providing an excellent surface for paints. Our soffit panels also resist fungus and mildew, even in damp climates. HardieSoffit panels come with a 25-year transferable limited warranty. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. HardieBacker 1/4 inch Cement Board, with EZ Grid® Technology HardieBacker 1/4 inch Cement Board, with EZ Grid® Technology, for floors and countertops is America's best selling 1/4'' board. It's the solution you can trust for your wet area floors, walls, ceilings, and countertops. This no-mesh board is the lightest cement board available and cuts easily, even in tight, awkward spaces. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. HardieBacker 1/2 inch Cement Board HardieBacker 1/2'' Cement Board for walls and floors delivers superior protection against moisture damage and mold growth. Its smooth surface may be painted, textured, wallpapered, or tiled. Design Ideas Whether you're starting a new construction or home improvement project, the benefits of using James Hardie products are obvious. Get ideas on how to build homes and communities that will attract and satisfy homeowners. Green and Sustainable We support the entire building industry's efforts in creating more sustainable homes, neighborhoods and materials. Together, we hope to provide a better built environment that will endure years to come. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PART 1 | GENERAL | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.1 | SECTION INCLUDES | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Cementitious panels and accessories. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.2 | RELATED SECTIONS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Section 05400 - Light Gage Metal Framing: Wall framing and bracing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Wood framing and bracing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Sheathing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| D. | Section 07210 - Insulation: Exterior wall Insulation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.3 | SUBMITTALS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Submit under provisions of Section 01300. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Preparation instructions and recommendations. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Storage and handling requirements and recommendations. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Installation methods. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Shop Drawings: Provide detailed drawings of atypical non-standard applications of cementitious siding materials with manufacturer's review stamp authorizing warrantable applications required or anticipated. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| D. | Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| E. | Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.4 | QUALITY ASSURANCE | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Installer Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years experience with installation of similar products. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Finish areas designated by Architect. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.5 | DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Store siding on edge or lay flat on a smooth level surface. Protect edges and corners from chipping. Store sheets under cover and keep dry prior to installing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.6 | PROJECT CONDITIONS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1.7 | WARRANTY | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Product Warranty: 50-year limited product warranty against manufacturing defects. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Workmanship Warranty: application limited warranty for 2 years. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PART 2 | PRODUCTS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2.1 | MANUFACTURERS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Acceptable Manufacturer: James Hardie Building Products, Inc., which is located at: 26300 La Alameda Suite 250 ; Mission Viejo, CA 92691; Toll Free Tel: 888-J-HARDIE; Tel: 949-348-1800; Fax: 949-367-0185; Email: request info; Web: www.jameshardie.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Substitutions: Not permitted. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2.2 | SIDING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Code Compliance Requirement for Materials: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | National Evaluation Report No. NER 405 (BOCA, ICBO, SBCCI) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | City of Los Angeles, Research Report No. 24862 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Metro Dade County, Florida Acceptance No. 94-1234.04 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4. | US Department of Housing and Urban Development Materials Release 1263a | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5. | California DSA PS-019 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6. | City of New York M EA 223-93-M. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7. | Non-asbestos fiber-cement siding to be non-combustible when tested in accordance with ASTM E136. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Cementitious Panels: Hardipanel as manufactured by James Hardie Building Products, Inc. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Type: Smooth Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 8 feet (1219 mm by 2438 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Type: Smooth Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 9 feet (1219 mm by 2743 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Type: Smooth Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 10 feet (1219 mm by 3048 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4. | Type: Stucco Vertical siding pane! 4 feet by 8 feet (1219 mm by 2438 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5. | Type: Stucco Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 9 feet (1219 mm by 2743 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6. | Type: Stucco Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 10 feet (1219 mm by 3048 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7. | Type: Sierra 4 inches (102 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 8 feet (1219 mm by 2438 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8. | Type: Sierra 4 inches (102 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 9 feet (1219 mm by 2743 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9. | Type: Sierra 4 inches (102 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 10 feet (1219 mm by 3048 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10. | Type: Sierra 8 inches (203 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 8 feet (1219 mm by 2438 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11. | Type: Sierra 8 inches (203 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 9 feet (1219 mm by 2743 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12. | Type: Sierra 8 inches (203 mm) Vertical siding panel 4 feet by 10 feet (1219 mm by 3048 mm). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Trim: Harditrim Fascia and Moulding as manufactured by James Hardie Building Products, Inc. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2.3 | FASTENERS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** When fastening through maximum 1 inch thick foam insulation, increase the length of the fastener by the thickness of insulation. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Wood Framing Fasteners: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Wood framing: 4d common corrosion resistant nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Wood framing: 6d common corrosion resistant nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Wood framing: 0.089 inch (2.2 mm) shank by 0.221 inch (5.6 mm) head by 2 inches (51 mm) corrosion resistant siding nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4. | Wood framing: 0.093 inch (2.4 mm) shank by 0.222 inch (5.6 mm) head by 2 inches (51 mm) corrosion resistant siding nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5. | Wood framing: 0.091 inch (2.3 mm) shank by 0.221 inch (5.6 mm) head by I-1/2 inches (38 mm) corrosion resistant siding nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6. | Wood framing: 0.091 inch (2.3 mm) shank by 0.225 inch (5.7 mm) head by 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) corrosion resistant siding nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 7. | Wood framing: 0.121 inch (3 mm) shank by 0.371 inch (9.4 mm) head by 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) corrosion resistant roofing nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8. | Wood framing: 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) corrosion resistant roofing nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9. | Wood framing: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) corrosion resistant roofing nails. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Metal Framing: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Metal framing: 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) No. 8-18 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) head self-drilling, corrosion resistant S-12 ribbed buglehead screws. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Metal framing: 1-5/8 inches (41 mm) No. 8-18 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) head self-drilling, corrosion resistant S-12 ribbed buglehead screws. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Metal framing: 1 inch (25 mm) No. 8-18 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) head self-drilling, corrosion resistant ribbed buglehead screws. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4. | Metal framing: 1 inch (25 mm) No. 8-18 by 0.311 inch (7.9 mm) head self-drilling, corrosion resistant S-12 ribbed buglehead screws. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5. | Concrete Walls: Erica Stud Nail, ET&F ASM No.-144-125, 0.14 inch (3.6 mm) shank by 0.30 inch (7.6 mm) head by 2 inches (51 mm) corrosion resistant nail. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2.4 | FINISHES | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Factory Finish: Refer to Exterior Finish Schedule. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PART 3 | EXECUTION | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.1 | EXAMINATION | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | If framing preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Nominal 2 inch by 4 inch (51 m by 102 mm) wood framing selected for minimal shrinkage and complying with local building codes, including the use of weather-resistive barriers or vapor barriers where required. Minimum 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) face and straight, true, of uniform dimensions and properly aligned. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Install weather-resistive barriers and claddings to dry surfaces. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Repair any punctures or tears in the weather-resistive barrier prior to the installation of the siding. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Protect siding from other trades. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| D. | Minimum 20 gauge 3-5/8 inch (92 mm) C-Stud 16 inches maximum on center or 16 gauge 3-5/8 inches (92 mm) C-Stud 24 inches (610 mm) maximum on center metal framing complying with local building codes, including the use of weather-resistive barriers and/or vapor barriers where required. Minimum 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) face and straight, true, of uniform dimensions and properly aligned. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1. | Install weather-resistive barriers and claddings to dry surfaces. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Repair any punctures or tears in the weather-resistive barrier prior to the installation of the siding. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Protect siding from other trades. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.2 | PREPARATION | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.3 | INSTALLATION - HARDIPANEL SIDING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Install materials in strict accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Block framing between studs where Hardipanel siding horizontal joints occur. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Place fasteners no closer than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from panel edges and 2 inches (51 mm) from panel corners. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| D. | Allow minimum 1 inch (25 mm) vertical clearance between roofing and bottom edge of siding. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| E. | Maintain clearance between siding and adjacent finished grade. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| F. | Specific framing and fastener requirements refer to Tables 2 and 3 in National Evaluation Service Report No. NER-405. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.4 | INSTALLATION - HARDITRIM FASCIA AND MOULDING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Install materials in strict accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions. Install flashing around all wall openings. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Fasten through trim into structural framing or code complying sheathing. Fasteners must penetrate minimum 3/4 inch (19 mm) or full thickness of sheathing. Additional fasteners may be required to ensure adequate security. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. | Place fasteners no closer than 3/4 inch (19 mm) and no further than 2 inches (51 mm) from side edge of trim board and no closer than 1 inch (25 mm) from end. Fasten maximum 16 inches (406 mm) on center. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| D. | Maintain clearance between trim and adjacent finished grade. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| E. | Trim inside corner with single board. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| F. | Install single board of outside corner board then align second corner board to outside edge of first corner board. Do not fasten Harditrim board to Harditrim board. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| G. | Allow 1/8 inch gap between trim and siding. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| H. | Seal gap with high quality, paint-able caulk. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| I. | Shim frieze board as required to align with corner trim. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| J. | Install Harditrim fascia over structural subfascia. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| K. | Overlay siding with Harditrim moulding at windows, doors and inside corners. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| L. | Fasten through overlapping boards. Do not nail between lap joints. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| M. | Overlay siding with single board of outside corner board then align second corner board to outside edge of first corner board. Do not fasten Harditrim boards to Harditrim boards. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| N. | Shim frieze board as required to align with corner trim. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| O. | Install Harditrim fascia over structural subfascia. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.5 | FINISHING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Finish unprimed siding with a minimum one coat high quality, alkali resistant primer and one coat of either, 100 percent acrylic or latex or oil based, exterior grade topcoats or two coats high quality alkali resistant 100 percent acrylic or latex, exterior grade topcoat within 90 days of installation. Follow paint manufacturer's written product recommendation and written application instructions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Finish factory primed siding with a minimum of one coat of high quality 100 percent acrylic or latex or oil based exterior grade paint within 180 days of installation. Follow paint manufacturer's written product recommendation and written application instructions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3.6 | PROTECTION | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| A. | Protect installed products until completion of project. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| B. | Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||