Installation Instructions

Features of Cedar Impressions
Individual Shingle Siding
There are seven different shingle widths
that vary from 4" to 8" (widths are
engraved within the staple zone). Shingles
are 12" long and required exposure is 5".
Installation is made simpler with these
easily identiable features marked on the
front the shingles.
5.75”
5.75”
5.75”
Pre-formed Holes
For hand nailing application
Course Hash Marks
Align marks to top of
prior course to assure
5" exposure
Fastener Target Zone
Fastener must be applied
within the recessed area.
2 fasteners per shingle
are required
Starter 1/2" Oset
Align with top of
rst course shingles
Shingle Gap Zone
Overlapping shingle gap must
fall between upper vertical
marks and
Fastener Target Zones
(1-1/2" minimum from
shingle edge)
Exposure and Keyway Spacing
Use a 5" exposure. Hash marks provided on the front of
the shingle are aligned to the top of the prior course to
aide in maintaining the proper exposure.
Course exposures can be adjusted slightly up or down
(+/- 1/4" max) to achieve a full exposure over and under
wall openings such as doors, windows, trim, etc. The
allowable adjustment to the shingle exposure will be
limited by the trim style and thickness. Creating a story
pole is recommended for this type of installation.
Recommended keyway spacing is 1/4" between shingles
(1/8" minimum). The edges should not touch. The keyway
joints allow for expansion and prevent buckling. The
keyway spacings on consecutive rows must be offset a
minimum 1-1/2" to ensure fasteners of under course are
not visible.
Cutting Shingles
Shingles can be easily cut with a utility knife or chop saw.
When lling a space with a partial shingle, avoid using
shingle widths less than 2". Partial width shingles need to
have at least two back support ribs.
Utility knife: Using a straight edge press rmly down with
utility knife to cut through shingle. Avoid cut scoring and
folding the shingle as this will cause a stress-whitened
edge, instead continue to cut directly through the shingle.
Saw cuts: For a precise cut, use a saw equipped with a
sharp, 40-tooth carbide blade mounted in the standard
(not backwards) position.
1/8" to 1/4"
keyways
1-1/2" minimum
5" exposure