Proper Nails For Hardie Siding

Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in.

Proper nails for hardie siding. Thanks to its die cast aluminum housing construction. Electro galvanized nails are acceptable for use with james hardie siding products but may exhibit premature corrosion. This grip rite 2 1 4 in. It s only 4 9 pounds with dimensions of 11 25 3 25 12 inches.

This lightweight compact construction makes bostitch n66c a perfect nail gun for wielding all day long especially suitable for single handed operations. Fasteners must be corrosion resistant galvanized or stainless steel. James hardie is not responsible for the corrosion resistance of fasteners. 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.

From the top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. Fasteners shall be installed between 1 in. 7d galvanized siding this grip rite 2 1 4 in. 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.

7d galvanized siding nails 5 lb pack feature an extra stiff spiral shank for great holding power. James hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding and backerboard. From the ends of the plank. Learn how to nail hardieplank lap siding with this instructional video from james hardie.

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 top edge and no closer than 3 8 in. James hardie recommends the use of quality hot dipped galvanized nails. We ve been providing a better way to build for over 100 years.

From the ends of the plank. One of the best nail guns for hardie siding is bostitch n66c nail gun.