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HardiePlank™ lap siding is the most popular brand of siding in America and can be found on millions of U.S. homes. With its strength, beauty and durability, HardiePlank™ siding enhances and protects homes in all kinds of climates. It comes in a variety of looks and textures, all of which include PrimePlus® sealer and primer, which provide an excellent painting surface. HardiePlank™ lap siding comes with a 50-year transferable limited warranty.
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HardiePlank™ Lap Siding Press & Praise
American Building Products Awards for HardiePlank™ Lap Siding
HOME Magazine, 1999
No. 1 Quality Exterior Lap Siding Product for the Past Eight Years
Builder Magazine, 1998 - 2006
Most Preferred, Most Used Brand Fiber-cement Siding
Professional Builder, 2001
Named One of the Top Texas Building Products
Texas Building Trends, 2001
HardiePlank™ Lap Siding Warranty
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1. Limited Warranty Coverage:
James Hardie Building Products, Inc. (''Hardie'') warrants (for installation within the U.S. and Puerto Rico) to the purchaser and all transferees prior to and including the first owner of the structure to which the Product is applied, and the first transferee of such structure (each a ''covered person'') that when manufactured, the Hardie Fiber-Cement Plank or Panel Product HardiePlank™ or HardiePanel™ , (the ''Product'') complies with ASTM C1186, and is free from defects in material and manufacture. When used for its intended purpose, properly installed and maintained according to Hardie™ published installation instructions, the Product for a period of 50 years from the date of purchase will (a) remain non-combustible, (b) resist damage caused by hail or termite attacks, and (c) will not crack, rot or delaminate. If during the Warranty period, any Product proves to be defective, Hardie, in its sole discretion, shall replace the defective Product before it is installed, or, during the first year, reimburse the covered person for resulting losses up to twice the retail cost of the defective portion of the Product. During the 2nd through the 50th year, the warranty payment shall be reduced by 2% each year such that after the 50th year no warranty shall be applicable. If the original retail cost cannot be established by the covered person, the cost shall be determined by Hardie in its sole and reasonable discretion. Hardie™ replacement of the defective Product or granting of a refund pursuant to Section 1 of this Warranty SHALL BE THE SOLE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY available to the covered person with respect to any defect. Hardie will not refund or pay any costs in connection with labor or accessory materials.
2. Conditions Of Warranty:
Hardie™ liability hereunder to the covered person shall be subject to the following terms and conditions:
- The claimant must provide proof that he/she is a covered person.
- The Product must be stored according to the manufacturer's instructions at all times between purchase and installation.
- The Product must be installed according to Hardie™ printed installation instructions and all building codes adopted by federal, state or local governments or government agencies and applicable to the installation. Failure to install and finish the product per the manufacturer's published instructions may effect Product performance and voids the Warranty.
- The covered person must provide written notice to James Hardie Building Products, Inc. within 30 days after discovery of any claimed defect or failure covered by this Warranty and before beginning any permanent repair. The notice must describe the location and details of the defect and such information as is necessary for Hardie to investigate the claim. Photos of the product, showing the defect or failure are not only helpful, but also must accompany the notice, when appropriate.
- Upon discovery of a possible defect or failure, the covered person must immediately, and at the covered person's own expense, provide for protection of all property that could be affected until the defect or failure is remedied. Before any permanent repair to the Product, the covered person must allow Hardie or Hardie's agent to enter the property and structure where the Product is installed, and examine, photograph and take samples of the Product.
3. Exclusions:
This Warranty does not cover damage or defects resulting from or in any way attributable to: (a) the improper storage, shipping, handling or installation of the Product (including, without limitation, failure of the Product to be installed in strict compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in Section 2 (c) of this warranty) and/or improper installation of studs or other accessories; (b) neglect; (c) abuse; (d) misuse; (e) repair or alteration; (f) settlement or structural movement and/or movement of materials to which the Product is attached; (g) damage from incorrect design of the structure; (h) exceeding the maximum designed wind loads; (i) acts of God including, but not limited to, hurricanes, tornados, floods, earthquakes, severe weather or other natural phenomena, (including, but not limited to, unusual climate conditions); (j) efflorescence or performance of any paints and/or coatings which are not Hardie and/or Hardie affiliated applied; (k) growth of mold, mildew, fungi, bacteria, or any organism on any surface of the siding (whether on the exposed or unexposed surfaces) and in this respect, ANY CLAIMS OF DAMAGE CAUSED BY MOLD OR MILDEW ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; (l) lack of proper maintenance; (m) any cause other than manufacturing defects attributable to Hardie.
4. Disclaimer:
The statements in this Warranty constitute the only warranty extended by Hardie for the Product. HARDIE DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXCEPT WHERE PRODUCT PURCHASE IS SUBJECT TO CONSUMER PRODUCT WARRANTY LAW, OR BY USAGE OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING IN WHICH INSTANCES THE DURATION OF ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE FIRST ELAPSE OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD PROVIDED ABOVE, OR SUCH SHORTER PERIOD AS APPLICABLE LAW PERMITS OR REQUIRES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
NO OTHER WARRANTY WILL BE MADE BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER OR BY OPERATION OF LAW OR BY USAGE OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT OR ITS INSTALLATION, STORAGE, HANDLING, MAINTENANCE, USE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
5. Exclusion Of Incidental And Consequential Damages:
IN NO EVENT WILL HARDIE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM NONDELIVERY OR FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
6. Modifications And Alterations Of Product:
Hardie shall have no responsibility hereunder for defective Product subjected to further processing or alteration after shipment.
7. Settlement Of Claim:
Any refund or material replacement by Hardie pursuant to Section 1 hereof shall constitute a full settlement and release of all claims of any covered person hereunder for damages or other relief, and shall be a complete bar to any litigation filed subsequently to the covered person's acceptance of such an agreement.
8. Modification Or Discontinuation Of Products:
Hardie reserves the right to modify or discontinue any of its products without notice and shall not be liable as a result of such modification or discontinuation.
Toll free claims telephone number: 866-375-8603
HardiePlank™ Lap Siding FAQ
A: Use the online James Hardie preferred dealer locator or call customer service at 1-888-JHARDIE for your closest sales representative.
A: Call customer service at 1-888-JHARDIE for your closest sales representative.
A: While prices vary from market to market, this is how HardiePlank™ siding compares in installed price with its competitors:
- More expensive than Vinyl
- Less expensive than Brick
- Equal or less than Hardboard Siding
- Less expensive than Synthetic Stucco
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A: Yes, HardiePlank™ lap siding must be painted or you may order many James Hardie® products with ColorPlus® Technology. If painting, 100% acrylic topcoats are recommended. Do not paint when wet. For specific recommendations, please refer to JH Technical Bulletin No. S-100 or refer to paint manufacturers specifications. Back rolling is recommended if the siding is sprayed. Within 180 days for primed product and 90 days for unprimed.
A: Silica (SiO²) comprises approximately 75% of the earth's crust and is a common ingredient in most products used in the tile and masonry industry, including cement-based underlayment materials such as HardieBacker® cement board. In an intact state, these products do not pose a silica risk. However, when cut, drilled, or abraded during installation, the resulting smaller, silica-containing dust can pose a potential health hazard as inhalation of excessive quantities over an extended duration can cause silicosis, lung-cancer, or other lung-related diseases, potentially leading to death.
To protect workers from potential health effects, OSHA established and enforces a permissible exposure limit (PEL) for respirable silica of 0.100 µg/m³. This PEL is an 8-hour time weighted average and requires the use of special industrial hygiene equipment to measure. Any exposures above this level will mandate the installer to take additional protective measures, potentially including a documented respirator program and medical monitoring.
As safety is paramount, James Hardie always encourages you to take every effort possible to minimize any dust exposure levels. In any situation, properly-fitted NIOSH approved respirators (e.g. N95) can be used in conjunction with the following tools and cutting methods to further limit silica dust exposures, providing a safer workplace.
If additional concern regarding dust exposure levels (or exceeding OSHA´s PEL) exists or the conditions of your jobsite do not allow you to conform to any of the following practices, please contact James Hardie at 1-888-JHARDIE or consult a qualified industrial hygienist. A directory of independent IH consultants can be found at www.aiha.org.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Prior to using any James Hardie® products, all users must read all applicable warnings (including MSDS) and comply with all installation instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: AVOID BREATHING SILICA DUST
James Hardie® products contain respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and is considered by IARC and NIOSH to be a cause of cancer from some occupational sources. Breathing excessive amounts of respirable silica dust can also cause a disabling and potentially fatal lung disease called silicosis, and has been linked with other diseases. Some studies suggest smoking may increase these risks. During installation or handling: (1) work in outdoor areas with ample ventilation; (2) use fiber cement shears for cutting or, where not feasible, use a HardieBlade™ saw blade and dust-reducing circular saw attached to a HEPA vacuum; (3) warn others in the immediate area; (4) wear a properly-fitted, NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator (e.g. N-95) in accordance with applicable government regulations and manufacturer instructions to further limit respirable silica exposures. During clean-up, use HEPA vacuums or wet cleanup methods - never dry sweep. For further information, refer to our installation instructions and Material Safety Data Sheet available at www.jameshardie.com or by calling 1-800-9HARDIE (1-800-942-7343). FAILURE TO ADHERE TO OUR WARNINGS, MSDS, AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
James Hardie Building Products
26300 La Alameda, Suite 250
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
SD050905
A: To help you have a safer jobsite, James Hardie has developed the following "tiered" system to help you select the best tools and methods for your given job requirements. This system has been based around exposure testing in what James Hardie believes to be real-world conditions to ensure that you can have a safe jobsite. Note: For maximum protection (lowest respirable dust exposures), James Hardie always recommends using "Best"-level cutting methods where feasible. If you do not adhere to the recommended cutting instructions, please contact James Hardie or consult with a qualified industrial hygienist.
TOOL RATING CATEGORY |
CUTTING METHOD |
CUTTING RATE¹ |
VENTILATION |
BEST |
HANDHELD SHEARS PLATFORM SHEARS SCORE AND SNAP |
NO LIMITATIONS |
INDOOR / OUTDOOR |
BETTER |
DUST-REDUCING SAWS WITH HARDIEBLADE™ SAW BLADE COUPLED WITH HEPA VACUUM EXTRACTION |
NO LIMITATIONS |
OUTDOOR |
GOOD |
DUST-REDUCING SAWS WITH HARDIEBLADE™ SAW BLADE |
LOW TO MODERATE |
OUTDOOR |
¹Cutting rate is based on linear feet of material actually being cut
NEVER use high speed power tools (e.g. circular saws, grinders, etc) to cut James Hardie Products indoors as they may generate excessive respirable silica dust
A: No. Many products in the building industry contain silica including fiber cement. Other products include bricks, concrete, tile, abrasives, grout, thin-set, glass, roofing tiles, gypsum wallboard, joint compound, stucco patch, mortar, and cementitious tile underlayments.
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A: No. The silica in James Hardie products does not pose any danger during handling or to the homeowner once the product is installed. Respirable silica only poses a potential hazard from James Hardie products during certain activities that create dust (e.g., cutting, grinding, drilling, sanding, or otherwise abrading) and only if excessive amounts of respirable silica are present in the user´s immediate breathing area. James Hardie products in their intact state do not emit dust.
A: No. You should only use shears and the score-and-snap method indoors. If a power saw is needed, all cutting should be done outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
A: The HardieBlade™ saw blade has been designed specifically for James Hardie fiber cement. Testing to date appears to suggest that a saw blade designed with fewer teeth generally creates larger dust particles (greater than 10 microns in diameter), thereby reducing the amount of smaller, respirable dust generated and reducing the risk for high exposures of respirable silica. On the other side, testing also suggests that masonry-type blades (such as continuous or segmented diamond rim blades) and abrasive blades are designed differently and create more respirable dust. As a rule of thumb, less teeth equates to lower respirable silica exposures.
A: Our best practices have been designed to help you reduce any hazard risk by utilizing techniques and tools that produce the lowest levels of respirable silica dust without requiring a respirator. However, if you decide to take additional protective measures and use respirators, we require that a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with a rating of N95 or better.
It is important to note that OSHA may require a formal respirator program be in place prior to respirator use. A program should include (but is not limited to) training, fit-testing, and medical monitoring. Please consult www.osha.gov to learn more about the requirements for properly implementing a respirator program.
A: James Hardie as well as the Model Building Codes (IBC, IRC, and UBC) require the use of a water-resistive barrier. It is good building practice.
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A: Yes, you can blind nail HardiePlank™ siding. This can be done up to 24" on center. Please consult NER-405 Report (Table 2) for complete details.
Staples cannot be used.
A: Please refer to our complete HardiePlank™ siding installation instructions.
A: The following are suitable trim products for use with HardiePlank™ siding:
- Fiber Cement
- Real Wood
- Engineered Wood
- Vinyl
- Coated or Corrosion-Resistant Aluminum
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A: ''K'' and ''R'' values are listed in the product brochure and the NER-405 Report (See Table 4).
A: Yes, please refer to NER-405 Report (Tables 2 & 3) for product application details.
A: Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) require that exterior sidings be installed with a minimum 6'' clearance of soil. This will allow for clearance when soil is back-filled against the foundation and footings.
A: Any weather-resistant barrier complying with the Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) is acceptable.
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HardiePlank™ Lap Siding Installation Instructions
Please select the installation instructions for your region:
 Installation Instructions - North [ PDF ]
Requisitos de Instalación - Norte [ PDF ]
 CT, DE, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NJ, MY
NC, ND, OH, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, VT, VA, DC, WV, WI
Installation Instructions - West [ PDF ]
Requisitos de Instalación - Oeste [ PDF ]
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA, WY
Installation Instructions - South [ PDF ]
Requisitos de Instalación - Sur [ PDF ]
AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, TX
HardiePlank™ Lap Siding and XLD® Trim with Masonry Construction - South [ PDF ]
AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, OK, TX
Supplemental to HardiePlank™ Lap Siding Installation Requirements
Installation Instructions for Canada in: French | English [ PDF ]
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