Installation Instructions
Allura Fiber Cement Siding Installaon Manual
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4. Install the panels by matching up the identifying V-notches (1 to 1, 2 to 2, 3
to 3) in the recommended sequence, continuing from left to right horizontally
across the wall.
5. Backfill the space on the left side of the #3 panel to the cornerboard with a #2
panel (cut to fit).
Third Course
To c o n t i n ue t h e r a n d o m s h a ke p a t t e r n , s t a r t t h e t h i rd c o u r s e w i t h a # 2 p a n e l a n d f o l l o w
the same procedures as the second course.
Fourth and Subsequent Courses
1. Starting with the 4th course, repeat the same installation procedure as for courses
1, 2 and 3.
2. Please refer to the illustrations on page 55 for course layout.
3. Keep in mind the sequence is: 1, 3, 2, 1, 3, 2, 1 diagonally up the wall at 16” offset.
4. e sure to leae a ga beteen te siding and te trim or oter materials to
allow for structural movement. Always caulk between the siding and the trim.
5. When a window or doorway breaks a course, continue the application as if the
opening were not there.
NOTE: When installing Shake Select Square Shapes in gable ends, proceed using the
same methods as described above.
Octagons and Half-Rounds
Octagons and Half-Rounds panels are made in a single design. There are eight 6”-wide
tabs er anel e anels must be installed oer S or lood minimum
sheathing with framing spacing 16” to 24” o.c.
Starter Strip
You ca n u se fib er ce me nt , v inyl ut il it y t rim , o r PVC sk ir t-b oard a s a st ar te r st ri p. It mu st
be at least ide and to ti
When starting installation at ground level, establish a straight, level reference line (chalk
line) to guide the positioning of the starter strip and the siding starter course (minimum
la siding
1. Find the lowest point of the sheathing(s) and make a mark that is 1” above the
loest orner e bottom edge o te siding ill be belo te mar ou ust
made. Make sure this point is high enough to ensure that the siding is installed at
least 6” above the finished grade or 1” above surfaces were water may collect.
2. From this mark, snap a level chalk line to the opposite end of the wall.
3. Repeat the procedure around the entire house.
4. Using the chalk line as a guide, attach a starter strip.