Installation Guide

3 | Diamond Kote Building Products Application Guide 6.18
INSULATED SHEATHINGS
Diamond Kote
®
Building Products may be
installed over low-compression rigid foam
or exterior gypsum sheathings.
The following precautions must be followed:
• Nailable structural sheathing must be
behind the insulated sheathing.
• Make sure to brace the wall accordingly
to the required international and other
building codes.
• For rigid foam sheathing up to 1" thick,
siding may be nailed directly to the foam
sheathing unless a drainage plane is
required by the local building code. Nail
length must be increased to ensure a
minimum 1-1/2" fastener penetration
into the structural framing.
Note: Diamond Kote
®
Building Products
may also be installed in compliance with
category 8140-Exterior wall siding and
sheathing for Wildland Urban Interface
applications atop LP
®
FlameBlock
®
sheathing. Refer to FlameBlock
®
installation
instructions and product data sheets.
All Diamond Kote
®
Building Products may
be installed as exterior siding in Wildland
Urban Interface applications. It can be
installed over one layer 5/8" Type X gypsum
sheathing applied behind the exterior
covering or cladding on the exterior side of
the framing. They may also be installed over
the exterior portion of a 1-hour re-resistive
exterior wall that has been assembly
designed for exterior re exposure which
also includes assemblies using the gypsum
panel and sheathing products listed in the
Gypsum Association Fire Resistance Design
Manual.
• For rigid foam sheathing that is greater
than 1", a minimum 1-1/2" thick by
3-1/2" wide vertical strapping or furring
strip must be installed over the sheathing
to provide a solid, level nailing base
for the siding. The strapping must be
securely fastened to structural framing
spaced no greater than 16" o.c. with a
minimum fastener penetration of 1-1/2".
• Diamond Kote
®
Building Products will not
assume any responsibility for conditions
arising from the use of foam sheathing or
damage.
MOISTURE
• Moisture and vapor control are critical
elements of proper housing design.
• Check local building codes for application
procedures for handling moisture and
moisture vapor in your area.
• Do not apply engineered wood siding to
a structure having excessive moisture
conditions such as drying concrete or
plaster or wet blown cellulose insulation.
• If conditions exist, the building should be
well ventilated to ensure the substrate is
completely dry prior to siding.
• Siding must not be applied to any green
or crooked structural framing members.
• Do not apply siding over rain-soaked or
buckled sheathing materials.
• We recommend protection for your
home from rainfall with gutters and
downspouts. Always be sure that your
drainage system is free of debris and
working properly.
WEATHER-RESISTANT BARRIER
• It is required to have a water-resistant,
properly breathable barrier behind the
siding.
• When integrating ashing with a water-
resistive barrier (WRB), be sure to follow
the WRB installation instructions.
• Diamond Kote
®
Building Products will
not assume responsibility for water
penetration.
• Consult local building codes for more
details.
TRIM & FASCIA 190, 440, 540 & 2000 SERIES
INSTALLATION
• Trim ends may lightly touch adjacent trim edges around windows and doors only. Re-prime and paint all cut ends.
• When installing trim around windows and over window anges, be sure to follow the window manufacturer’s installation
instructions.
• All openings must be properly sealed and ashed in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion or buildup. Flashing may be
sealed to the water-resistive barrier by using adhesive ashing or housewrap tape. (See ALL diagrams)
• When trim is installed adjoining vinyl siding, install Z-ashing with a 4 inch upper leg between horizontal trim and J-channel.
(See diagram 8a)
• Horizontal trim or bands shall be ashed with a sloped metal Z-ashing to redirect water away from the wall assembly.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)
7a
7b
Windows, Doors and Openings
7c
7d
7e
LP SmartSide Trim & Fascia
7
Housewrap
Flap
Head
Flashing
Jamb
Flashing
Sill
Flashing
Window
Flashing
Housewrap
Tape