CertainTeed Vinyl Siding Installation Guide
Fasteners must penetrate a nailable surface at least 3/4". Be sure to leave up to 1/16" between the fastener and the panel nailing flange. If you’re using a power stapler, drive the staple perpendicular to the nailing slot with one leg of the staple centered in the slot and the other leg above the panel.
NOTE: Check with local building codes to verify fastener requirements for your area.
Nail Spacing and Product Expansion
and Contraction
It’s normal for vinyl building products to expand and contract with temperature changes. To ensure a successful siding installation, you must allow for this movement during application.
See the following charts for more information.
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Product | Max. Nail |
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Category | Spacing | Gaps to Accessories | Overlap |
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| Less |
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| 40°F | than | 40° F | than | |
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| or Greater | 40° F | or Greater | 40° F | |
Horizontal Lap |
| 1/4" | 3/8" | 1" | ||
Siding (12' 6") | ||||||
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Horizontal Lap | 3/8" | 1/2" | ||||
Siding (16') | ||||||
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Horizontal Lap | 3/8" | 1/2" | ||||
Siding (20') | ||||||
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Horizontal Lap | 3/8" | 1/2" | ||||
Siding (25') | ||||||
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*Depends on profile, fastener and geographic area.
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