Tongue Edge
LAP Edge
General Construction Guidelines
Siding is made in sheets with grooves cut into the
face, the long edge is beveled so that the siding
overlays where they butt. This serves to hide where
the panels join together and gives the appearance
of one continuous piece of siding.
To identify which edge we want you to use, we will
refer to the edge as either the 'LAP' Edge or the
Tongue Edge.
Foundation Information
When using a concrete slab for a floor,
install foam sill sealer as a moisture
barrier between the concrete and the
bottom wall plate.
Bottom Plate on
Wall Panels
Sill Sealer
Wall Panel
Slab Detail
Be sure the wall frame is square. Measure the wall diagonally
(corner to corner). Then measure the opposite corner. The
measurements will be the same, if the wall is square.
Position all the siding panels on wall frame, tacking siding in
place. When the siding panels are adjusted to fit properly, nail
siding in position using 8d galv. nails. Space nails 9" apart.
Paint the bottom edges of the siding around the perimeter of the building. Keep dirt, grass, mulch
and snow away from the lower part of the siding. The siding manufacturer recommends 8" or more
of clear space.
10'x10' Building
6
bdl. Roof Shingles
6
pcs.
Roof 'drip' edge
14'x10' Building
8
bdl. Roof Shingles
7
pcs.
Roof 'drip' edge
Material Purchased Locally
