Installation Instructions

Creating the Offset
The corners are designed with a trimmable
face width that allows up to 9 different offset
congurations to be created. No measuring is
required, the ribs on the backside of the corner
are spaced for 3", 4-1/2" and 6" face widths.
Cut Corners to Width
Cut shingle widths to size
using the edge of the rib on
the backside of the corner.
Cut along the outer edge
leaving the rib intact. (see
Figure 2A). With a utility knife
make several passes along
the rib until the blade cuts
completely through the part.
Another option is to use a
guillotine-type shear such
as the Bullet Tools Siding
Shear. (Figure 2B).
DO NOT score and fold the shingle as this will
cause a stress-whitened edge.
Fastening Shingle Corners
Fasten within the fastener target zone using one fastener
minimum per side to secure the corner to the wall. Screws
are the preferred fastener for corners as it is easier to adjust
a corner if it moves during fastening. Use stainless steel
#6 (bugle or truss) head 1-1/2" long screws. Use holes formed
in the staple zone to position screws prior to installation
(Figure 3A). Staples or nails may also be used, but adjustments
to misaligned corners will be difcult (Figure 3B).
Features of Cedar Impressions
Individual Shingle Mitered Corner Piece
The mitered corner accessory is used to create
an authentic woven shingle corner appearance.
Staggered coursing requires the corner shingles
to be installed at the same time as the ineld
shingles. Some trimming of the ineld shingles
will be necessary to maintain the correct keyway
spacing. For the best natural appearance, be
sure to mix all three color shades randomly up
the corner and on the wall (if mixing shades).
Pre-formed Holes
For screw 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. Minimum
of 2 fasteners, one on each side
per shingle are required.
Trimming Ribs
For guiding trims.
Figure 2A
Figure 2B
Recommended Stagger Conguration
front side
back side
6"
6"
4.5"
3"
4.5"
3"
4.5"
3"
3"
4.5"
6"
6"
Figure 1
Individual 5" Sawmill Shingle Mitered Corner Installation Instructions
3"
4.5"
6"
3"
4.5"
6"