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Half the cost of a fiber cement board siding job is labor, so you can save thousands of dollars by installing it yourself. A siding pro shows the tools and tricks needed for a weathertight installation.
Fiber cement siding is a durable and attractive exterior wall covering option. It cuts and installs similarly to wood siding, but there are some differences to account for. Make sure you properly weatherproof the wall and take proper safety precautions when cutting fiber cement.
Give your home a fresh look with fiber cement siding. Our easy guide helps you install it smoothly and successfully, making the process simple for homeowners.
Installing fiber-cement siding. Transfer the wall stud locations to the exterior wall surface. Snap vertical chalk lines to represent the center of each stud. Apply a bead of exterior-grade caulk to the two lower corners of the front wall.
Installing time-saving shingles with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
1.9K. 342K views 8 years ago. Learn how to install fiber cement siding from Tim Larson, the Product Application Specialist of Allura USA. Tim teaches you how to properly prepare and install fiber...
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares his secrets on how to cut and install fiber cement siding in this video and guide. Fiber-cement siding combines the strength of cement with the flexibility of wood fibers, resulting in a product that’s more durable and cost-effective than traditional wood varieties.
Nailing Basics. Fiberboard cement siding can be hand-nailed, but because it’s so much harder and more brittle than wood, you have to predrill holes near any edge. You can save yourself a bunch of time by using a pneumatic coil siding nail gun.
Installing fiber cement siding is a labor-intensive process that can be broken down into several steps, which are: 1. Measuring and Cutting the Panels. Measure the height and width of each area where you’ll install the siding. Then, carefully cut the panels to fit using a circular saw or fiber cement shears.
How to Install Fiber-Cement Siding Follow these guidelines for laying out, cutting, and nailing fiber-cement siding for an efficient, good-looking job. By Andy Engel