Installation Guide

Application instructions (cont.)
Nail
3
/
8
in.
from edge
12 in. max.
field nailing
6 in. max.
perimeter
nailing
6 in. max.
perimeter nailing
Do not let panel
contact masonry
Foundation
6 in. min. ground
clearance
Figure 3
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1 in. min.
clearance from
roofing
Trim
Prime and paint
bottom drip
edges
4 in. min. vertical
flashing
Figure 4
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BUTT & FLASH
Sloped
flashing with
4 in. vertical leg
Siding
3
/
8
in.
min. gap
Blocking
LAP
Lap top panel
over bottom
panel
Siding
1 in. min.
overlap
Blocking
LAPPED HORIZONTAL WALL JOINT
Siding
Framing (band joist,
truss chord, etc.)
Wall Framing
1 in. min.
overlap
HORIZONTAL WALL JOINTS
Figure 5A
Figure 5B
Figure 5C
Shear values for panels applied directly to studs shall be no greater
than noted in Table 1 of the ICC-ES Report ESR-1301 or Table 1 of
APA PR-N124.
• Not warranted for application on SIP and ICF assemblies.
CAUTION
38 and 76 Series panels must be installed on 16 inch o.c. framing
only. When installing on 24 inch o.c. framing, 190 Series panels are
required.
Backside of panel must not come in contact with masonry or
concrete foundation.
Do not force siding into place. Maintain the illustrated 1/8 inch
space behind the joint to allow for expansion while the panel
equilibrates with the local environment.
LP® SmartSide® Panel siding must not be attached by stapling.
DO NOT INSTALL OVER ALIGNMENT BEAD. Install panels in light
contact to the edge of alignment bead. (see Figure 1 and Figure 2)
Climb cut the surface of the siding such that the rotation of the blade
cuts downward on the primed or prefinished surface.
Where siding butts window trim, door casings and masonry, etc. leave
a 3/16 inch gap and seal.
Insulated Sheathings
LP SmartSide Sidings may be installed over low-compression rigid
foam or exterior gypsum. The following precautions must be followed:
a) Adequate bracing of the wall in accordance with the International
Codes or other ruling building code is required.
b) For rigid foam sheathing up to 1 inch (25.4 mm) 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 inch (38.1 mm) fastener
penetration into the structural framing.
c)
For rigid foam sheathing greater than 1 inch (25.4 mm), a minimum
1-1/2 inch (38.1 mm) thick by 3-1/2 inch (88.9 mm) 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 inches o.c. (406 mm) with a minimum nail penetration of 1-1/2
inches (38.1 mm) and a maximum nail spacing no greater than the
width of the siding.
Louisiana-Pacific will assume no responsibility for any damage or
condition arising from the use of rigid foam or exterior gypsum.
Snug
Flush
Visible fiber
Countersunk
/
/ .
Countersunk more
than
1
/8 in.
CONDITION CORRECTION
OK
OK
Paint
Apply sealant
Apply sealant and
re-nail