Proper Nails For Hardie Siding

The nails can be used to attach hardboard siding and are galvanized for protection against corrosion.

Proper nails for hardie siding.

Hardie plank siding has a nail line across the top of the board that is 1 down from the top and nails are supposed to fall between and 1 from the top of the board to give the best hold. From the ends of the plank. If the hardiplank is being installed on a building in a humid climate or near the ocean or any large body of water the stainless steel nails are the first choice. This grip rite 2 1 4 in.

This lightweight compact construction makes bostitch n66c a perfect nail gun for wielding all day long especially suitable for single handed operations. From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in.

From the ends of the plank. Electro galvanized nails are acceptable for use with james hardie siding products but may exhibit premature corrosion. One of the best nail guns for hardie siding is bostitch n66c nail gun. 7d galvanized siding nails 5 lb pack feature an extra stiff spiral shank for great holding power.

James hardie recommends the use of quality hot dipped galvanized nails. Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in. Thanks to its die cast aluminum housing construction. It s only 4 9 pounds with dimensions of 11 25 3 25 12 inches.

James hardie is not responsible for the corrosion resistance of fasteners. James hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding and backerboard. Learn how to nail hardieplank lap siding with this instructional video from james hardie. Pick out stainless steel or hot dipped galvanized nails size 6d 1 1 2 inch long siding nails and 2 inch long siding nails in the quantity you need for your project.

James hardie prefers and recommends installation of hardieplank lap siding by the blind nailing technique such that fasteners are hidden by the course above. We ve been providing a better way to build for over 100 years.