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
. R C C
1 in. min.
clearance from
roofing
Trim
Prime and paint
bottom drip
edges
4 in. min. vertical
flashing
Figure 4
LP SS P S J D
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