Mineral Suraced Leak Barriers

GAF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	True or false: mineral surfaced leak barriers can be used under a metal roof?
A:	True False You must answer the question.

Mineral surfaced leak barriers aren’t recommended for use with metal. They may abrade metal roofing over time, leading to leaks and premature deterioration of the roof covering.

UnderRoof™ 2 premium leak barriers

GAF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	UnderRoof™ 2 premium leak barriers are designed for use under:
A:	Shingle roofs Metal roofs Tile roofs You must answer the question.

UnderRoof™ 2 waterproof protection is a specially-designed self-adhering leak barrier for tile roofs. It provides maximum protection from leaks that can result from tile saturation, clogged gutters, wind-driven rain, or (in cold climates) freeze-thaw damage. Made with flexible SBS-modified compound and reinforced with a fiberglass-reinforced polyester core, UnderRoof™ 2 waterproof protection applies easily and can be left exposed for up to 180 days, if necessary. The heat-activated adhesive allows the product to be repositionable for ease of installation, but seals tightly once in place providing a watertight barrier against leaks. UnderRoof™ 2 can be used under asphalt shingles as well.

VersaShield® Underlayment

AF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	VersaShield® Underlayment serves as:
A:	A fire resistant slip sheet Roof deck protection Starter strip Both A and B You must answer the question.

VersaShield® Underlayment offers the best protection against fire spread and penetration. It is a fire resistant slip sheet AND roof deck protection in one roll.

Foam Applied Tile Roofs

GAF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	What GAF-Elk product is required for foam applied tile roofs?
A:	Weather Watch® Weather Watch® XT StormGuard® UnderRoof™ 2 VersaShield® You must answer the question.

UnderRoof™ 2 has fiberglass-reinforced polyester surfacing which is strong, durable and accepts the foam unlike most film surfaced or some mineral surfaced products.

GAF-Elk Leak Barriers

GAF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	GAF-Elk leak barriers help prevent:
A:	Wind-driven rain from leaking through the roof deck Melting ice and snow from leaking into the property’s interior All of the above You must answer the question.

GAF-Elk leak barriers protect your property by helping to prevent wind-driven rain from leaking through the roof deck, or melting ice and snow (caused by ice dams in harsh winter climates) from leaking into the interior.

Weather Watch® XT leak barriers

GAF-Elk's Leak Barriers Sweepstakes

Q:	Weather Watch® XT leak barriers have this type of surfacing:
A:	Film Mineral Mat You must answer the question.

Weather Watch® XT is a mat surfaced leak barrier with XTra traction, suitable for application under shingle roofs.

Vinyl Carpentry™ Accessories

CertainTeed’s Siding Collection can distinguish an ordinary house from an extraordinary one. By combining the design touches of
CertainTeed decorative accessories, builders and remodelers can get the elegant look of traditional wood detailing. Like our
siding and soffit, all of CertainTeed’s trim colors use our PermaColor™ color resin system with superior micro-ingredients and
color pigment chemistry.
Crown Molding End Cap
Finishes the ends of a crown molding length.
Deluxe F-channel
Use as a soffit receiver and to receive Cornice Molding.
Double Channel Lineal
Allows you to stop one style of siding and start another, such as
Cedar Impressions® Perfection into Cedar Impressions® Half-
Round Shingles; 3/4 in. receiving pocket. Available in 3-1/2 in.
and 5 in. widths.
Drip Cap
Matte finish; 1-1/4 in. wide; used to divert water away from
siding.
Dual Undersill Trim
Secures trimmed siding panels under windows and eaves
regardless of the profile or where in the panel face the panel
has been trimmed. Great for dutchlap panels.
F-Channel
Used as a soffit receiver; 3/4 in. and 5/8 in.
Finish Board
Use with cornice receiver and CedarBoards, Northwoods, and
Cedar Impressions Rough-Split Shakes.
Flexible J-channel
Specialized 3/4 in. siding receiving trim particularly useful
around curved windows and ventilation treatments.
H-bar
Use 1/2 in. with most soffit and vertical siding; use 3/8 in. with
Beaded Soffit.
Inside Cornerpost
Used where siding meets at inside corners; provides a finished
look; matte and woodgrain; 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-1/4 in; 10 ft. long.
J-channel
Universal siding and soffit receiving channel for use around
utility openings, under eaves, etc. Available in: 3/8 in., 1/2 in.,
7/16 in., 3/4 in., 3/4 in. flexible, 1 in., and 1-1/4 in.
New Construction Window and
Door Starter
Butts up against protruding window and door jambs and
overhangs for installation of 3 in. and 5 in. lineals. Ideal for
new construction applications. Lineals snap in place easily.
Outside Cornerpost
Standard corner treatment receives siding panels. Available with
5/8 in., 3/4 in. receiving channels
Quarter Round Insert
Installed with a corner starter and lineals as a decorative corner
treatment.
Remodeling Window and Door Starter
Holds 3-1/2 in. and 5 in. lineals in place around
window and door openings. Used in re-siding
applications where existing casings have not been removed.
Rosette
Snaps onto corner block for a decorative window treatment.
Shingle Starter Strip
Secures the first course of siding to the home. For use with all
CertainTeed sidings except Cedar Impressions®, Northwoods,
CedarBoards, and Monogram. Starter strips include 2-1/2 in.
and 5 in. metal and 2-1/4 in. vinyl.
Snap-on Lineal
For use with window or door surrounds. Designed to install
faster and to provide a positive lock for secure installation.
Soffit Cove Trim
A decorative soffit receiver.
Soffit H-bar
Joins soffit panels. Particularly useful on porch ceilings and
hip roof applications. Available in 1/2 in. and 3/8 in. wide
receiving panels.
Starter Strip
Secures the first course of siding to the home. For use with all
CertainTeed sidings except Cedar Impressions, Northwoods,
CedarBoards, and Monogram. Starter strips include 2-1/2 in.
and 5 in. metal and 2-1/4 in. vinyl.
SuperCorners™
Three popular styles: beaded with optional insert, traditional,
and fluted. All SuperCorners are 20 ft. long and come with a
rigid foam backer.
Undersill Trim
Helps secure trimmed siding panels under windows and eaves.
Vinyl Fascia
8 in. exposure; 1 in. projection.

Vinyl Carpentry™ Soffit

CertainTeed’s line of soffit includes five very different products,
all of which can be used to complement and customize siding
applications. Like siding, CertainTeed soffit panels never need
painting and are virtually maintenance-free.
Beaded Triple 2 in.
CertainTeed’s soffit line
starts with a specialty
product called Beaded
Triple 2 in., a high-end
panel that can be installed
as both a soffit and a
vertical siding. With the authentic appearance of wood wainscoting,
Beaded soffit adds fine detailing and craftsmanship to any
siding application. The Triple 2 in. Beaded panel features a
3/8 in. panel projection, .039 in. nominal thickness, and a
low-gloss, smooth finish that resembles sanded, sealed, and
painted wood. It is available in a variety of select colors that
complement the entire line of CertainTeed siding.
This is a product designed for a specialty niche. It is very
popular and is the ideal product for porch ceiling applications.
Available in both solid and invisibly vented panels, Beaded
Triple 2 in. soffit features an extra-long slip-lock design to
provide a secure installation, whether it is used as a soffit or
vertical siding.
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16. Vinyl Carpentry™ Soffit
Objectives
This chapter describes the CertainTeed line of vinyl soffit:
• Beaded Triple 2 in.
• Triple 3-1/3 in. InvisiVent™ and Solid
• IronMax™ Double 5 in.
• Universal Triple 4 in.
• Value Triple 4 in. and Double 5 in.
Beaded Triple 2 in. Soffit Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Beaded Triple 2 in.
• Smooth finish
• 3/8 in. profile height
• Full .039 in. thickness
• Extra long slip-lock design
• Weatherable formulation
• Available in solid and invisibly vented panels
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
Benefit
• Looks like expensive wainscoting
• Most authentic product on market
• Faithful to the appearance of real wood wainscoting
• Strong and rigid
• Helps prevent blow-off
• Fast, easy installation
• May be used as vertical siding as well as soffit
• Solid panels for porch ceilings and vertical siding
• Vented panels ventilate attics while maintaining a
consistent appearance
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
3/8" 2" 2" 2"
Triple 3-1/3 in. InvisiVent® and Solid
CertainTeed’s Triple 3-1/3 in. InvisiVent and Solid soffit looks
like smooth, painted wood. The intake vents on InvisiVent soffit
are concealed in deep, sharply-flared dovetails between the
panel faces. All T3-1/3 in. soffit has a low gloss, matte finish
and is available in popular siding colors.
InvisVent soffit is invisibly vented, yet it provides more than
10 in. of net free intake per square foot. What’s more, it will
provide a balanced ventilation system with an overhang as
short as 10 in.
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Triple 3-1/3 in. InvisiVent® and Solid Soffit Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Triple 3-1/3 in., invisibly vented
• Triple 3-1/3 in., solid
• Low gloss, matte finish
• Deep, sharply etched dovetails
• 10 in. exposure, 12 ft. length
• .044 thickness
• 3/4 in. profile height
• Available in popular colors
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
Benefit
• Provides more than 10 in. of net-free intake area
• Increases roof life
• Reduces energy costs
• Reduces potential for mold
• Looks like smooth painted wood
• Conceals vents
• Quick installation
• Rigid
• Can span up to 24 in.
• Works with most CertainTeed colors
• Helps protect homeowner's investment
3/4" 3-1/3" 3-1/3" 3-1/3"
3/4" 3-1/3" 3-1/3" 3-1/3"
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Ironmax™ Soffit
Ironmax is a rigid, high performance product. It combines
the attractive appeal of wood with the rigidity and durability of
premium .046 in. vinyl. Available in Double 5 in. Woodgrain,
it is perfect for vertical siding applications as well as for soffit
and porch ceilings.
When compared head-to-head with competitive vinyl soffit,
Ironmax soffit is definitely the industry leader. Its post-formed
lock design assures maximum vinyl-to-vinyl contact for a
secure, snug fit. A steep angular I-beam design provides more
lateral and vertical rigidity and helps keep it tight to the nailing
surface. This creates straighter lines and a flat face, virtually
eliminating sagging and cupping. Because Ironmax soffit is so
rigid, it can be nailed every 24 inches.* Most soffit panels
require nailing every 16 inches.
* High wind areas or local building codes may require
additional fasteners.
Ironmax Soffit Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Double 5 in. solid and fully vented
• Low-gloss universal woodgrain finish
• 9/16 in. panel projection
• .046 in. thick
• 12 ft. panel
• Post-formed lock
• Weatherable formulation
• Available in solids and “blended” siding colors
• Available in solid and vented panels
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
Benefit
• Looks like tongue and groove boards
• Blends with all horizontal and vertical siding panels
• Adds structural integrity
• Strong and rigid
• Speeds installation
• Easy-install, secure lock design
• May be used as a vertical siding as well as a soffit
• Match or contrast most siding colors,
including streaked colors
• Solid panels for use as porch ceilings and as vertical siding
• Vented panels ventilate attics while maintaining a consistent
appearance
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
9/16" 5" 5"
9/16" 5" 5"
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Universal Soffit
Our Universal soffit is the perfect complement to any siding
project. Its Triple 4 in. V-groove design provides the look of
traditional tongue and groove siding with a low-gloss matte
finish. Universal soffit is .040 in. thick. Because it is fully
weatherable, Universal soffit may be installed as a soffit and
as a vertical siding. It is available in 12 in. solid, center vented,
and fully vented panels.
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Universal Soffit Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Triple 4 in. solid, fully vented, and center vented
• 12 in. exposure
• Matte finish
• 7/16 in. panel projection
• .040 in. thickness
• 12 ft. panel
• Post-formed lock
• Available in many CertainTeed siding colors
• Color matched trim coil available
• Weatherable formulation
• Solid, center vented and fully vented panels
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
Benefit
• Looks like tongue and groove boards
• Quick installation
• Compatible with any siding texture
• Rigid
• Strength and rigidity at competitive prices
• Speeds installation
• Reduces the possibility of blow-offs
• Allows for monochromatic as well
as contrasting color schemes
• Match fascia and other trim with soffit
• May be used as vertical siding as well as soffit
• Solid panels perfect for porch ceilings and as vertical siding
• Vented panels ventilate attics while maintaining a consistent
appearance
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
7/16" 4" 4" 4"
7/16" 4" 4" 4"
7/16" 4" 4" 4"
Value Soffit
For the value-minded customer, CertainTeed offers an economy
priced soffit. Available in Triple 4 in. and Double 5 in., Value
Soffit is available in popular colors. Solid, fully vented, and
center vented panels may be used only as soffit.
Value Soffit Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Matte finish
• Solid, Fully Vented, and Center Vented (T4" only)
• 12 in. width, 12 ft. panel
• 7/16 in. panel projection
• .036 in. thickness
• 12 ft. panel
• Post-formed lock
• Available in popular siding colors
• Color matched trim coil available
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
Benefit
• Compatible with any siding texture
• Fast installation
• Rigid, looks like tongue and groove wood boards
• Strength and rigidity at competitive prices
• Speeds installation
• Easy, secure installation
• Compliment or contrast siding
• Can match fascia and other trim with soffit
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
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7/16" 4" 4" 4"
7/16" 4" 4" 4"
7/16" 5" 5"
7/16" 5" 5"
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Summary
• Beaded soffit looks like traditional wainscoting, is available in a variety of colors, and comes in both solid and invisibly vented
panels.
• T3-1/3 InvisiVent® soffit provides more than 10 inches of net free intake area per square foot and will provide balanced ventilation
with an overhang as short as 10 inches.
• Ironmax™ soffit has a low gloss, universal woodgrain finish and looks like traditional tongue and groove siding. It comes in solid
and blended colors and can be mixed or matched with most CertainTeed siding.
• Universal soffit has a low gloss matte finish and looks like traditional tongue and groove siding. It comes in solid, fully vented, and
center vented panels.
• Value soffit is CertainTeed's economy soffit and is available in Triple 4 in. and Double 5 in. styles and popular siding colors.
• Most CertainTeed solid soffits (except Value soffits) can also be used as vertical panels.

The CertainTeed Siding Collection

An industry leader for more than 100 years, CertainTeed
offers a comprehensive mix of exterior building products. In
CertainTeed’s Siding Collection,™ the widest, most complete
line of siding, accessories, and decorative trim in the
industry, you have something to offer every homeowner.
Whether your priority is economical pricing, easy installation,
or custom design, the Siding Collection offers a “super
premium,” “premium,” “standard,” and “economy” selections
to fit each homeowner’s need.
For architectural looks, choose from our super premium
products: Cedar Impressions® and Northwoods.™ These architecturally
distinctive sidings create a natural cedar shingle look.
CedarBoards™, Millennium®, Wolverine® Restoration Smooth™,
Monogram™ 46, Board & Batten, Carolina Beaded,™ and
Classic™ make up our premium line. CedarBoards insulated
siding helps protect against the harsh weather while reducing
exterior sound transmission. CedarBoards XL installs quickly
and reduces the number of laps. The look and finish of
Restoration Smooth siding date back to the early colonists and
17th century clapboard. For the natural look of painted or
stained cedar, homeowners choose Monogram 46. Installers
particularly like Monogram 46L—an extra-long panel that
speeds installation. Board & Batten siding is a favorite among
homeowners looking for a classic tongue and groove look,
while Carolina Beaded and Classic are reproduced from
hand-crafted boards and have the low-gloss brushed finish
of painted wood.
MainStreet™ and Wolverine® American Legend,™ our standard
brands, are two of our most popular sidings. Distributors and
installers rely on these workhorses for a wide selection of
colors and styles.
For quality and economy, homeowners choose Wolverine®
Encore.™ Available in both clapboard and dutchlap styles, this
0.40"-thick panel features wind-resistant hems and locks and
the patented STUDfinder™ Installation System.
Wolverine® Newtown™ is our value siding, designed specifically
for new construction.
What follows is a brief description of the benefits and features of
each product line. For complete information about up-to-theminute
styles and colors, please consult the most recent
Product Catalog (CTS002).
15. The Siding Collection
Objectives
In this chapter, you’ll read about the CertainTeed
Siding Collection.
• Cedar Impressions®
• Northwoods™
• CedarBoards™ and CedarBoards™ XL
• Wolverine® Restoration Smooth™
• Monogram™ 46 and Monogram™ 46L
• Board & Batten
• Carolina Beaded™
• Classic™
• MainStreet™
• Wolverine® American Legend™
• Wolverine® Encore™
• Wolverine® Newtown™
Cedar Impressions®
Cedar Impressions® is CertainTeed’s super premium siding.
Cedar Impressions is a family of cedar style shingles available in
three styles: Perfection Shingles, Rough-Split Shakes, and
decorative Half-Round Shingles. Used on the whole house or as
an accent, any one of these products provides dimension and
texture to any home.
Real Wood Appearance
It’s almost impossible to tell the difference between a real cedar
shingle and Cedar Impressions, yet the panels will not rot,
crack, split, or cup like real wood shingles. To underscore how
remarkably similar Cedar Impressions is to its wood
counterpart, consider how the product is made. Real cedar
shingles are used to create rubber molds. The pattern is
transferred onto a set of molds from which the Cedar
Impressions panels are manufactured, creating CertainTeed’s
TrueTexture™ finish.
Unique Construction
Cedar Impressions Perfection and Half-Round Shingles and
Rough-Split Shakes are suitable for just about any climate.
Thicker than standard lap siding and molded with color clear
through, Perfection and Half-Round Shingles have a 3/4-in.
panel projection, while our two Rough-Split Shakes panels have
1-in. panel projection. The high butt leg provides rigidity over
the length of the panel as well as a distinctive shadow line.
Molded ribs on the back of the panel provide structural stability
to help prevent warping and distortion. Unlike vinyl lap siding,
Perfection and Half-Round Shingles and Rough-Split Shakes
have a molded perimeter locking system that does two things:
It gives the installation a virtually seamless appearance from top
to bottom, end-to-end, and it enables the product to withstand
high wind load pressures. This accounts for the products’
popularity in the coastal, hurricane-prone states.
All Cedar Impressions panels are injection molded with durable
polypropylene and feature our TrueTexture finish. Five of the
panels feature the patented PanelThermometer™, which ensures
precise installation every time.
Distinctive Design
Cedar Impressions is recommended when design is important
because its three styles offer the possibility to achieve a
distinctive look. Like wood shingles, Cedar Impressions styles
can be interchanged to create a unique, decorative effect. Also,
all three styles can be installed with lap siding for a custom
look. These super premium panels are available in a wide
variety of popular colors, including CertainTeed Watercolors™
and our new Naturals™ wood-tone blends that offer the look of
semi-transparent stained cedar.
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5"
5"
5"
3/4"
6-1/4"
6-1/4"
9" 3/4"
9"
1"
7"
7"
3/4"
7"
7"
3/4"
7"
7"
1"
Six Classic Styles
Length
(in.)
Thickness
(in.)
Exposure
(in.)
Projection
(in.)
Triple 5 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles 60 .100 15 3/4
Double 7 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles 48 .100 14 3/4
Double 7 in. Staggered Perfection Shingles 48 .100 14 3/4
Double 7 in. Straight Edge Rough-Split Shakes 57 .125 14 1
Double 9 in. Staggered Rough-Split Shakes 57 .125 18 1
Double 6-1/4 in. Half-Round Shingles 32 .100 12-1/2 3/4
Cedar Impressions styles can be installed with ordinary siding
accessories, including wide decorative trim and Restoration
Millwork® Trim—both of which resemble the lumber t
rim found on the most expensive, wood-shingled homes.
When the job is completed, these lineals look like traditional
wood carpentry.
Complete Line of Accessories
The Cedar Impressions line of siding is complemented by a
complete set of custom accessories. There are Mitered
Cornerposts for five of the six panels (Half Round Shingles are
the exception) and Mitered Inside and Outside Bay Window
Cornerposts for Double 7 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles.
Matching Cornice Molding and Cornice Molding Cornerpost Cap
are also available.
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Cedar Impressions® Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Appealing design:
Triple 5 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles
Double 7 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles
Double 9 in. Staggered Rough-Split Shakes
Double 7 in. Straight Edge Rough-Split Shakes
Double 6-1/4 in. Half-Round Shingles
• D 7 in. Staggered Perfection Shingles and T 5 in.
Straight Edge Perfection Shingles: Matching Mitered
Cornerpost, Cornice Molding, and Cornice Cap
• D 7 in. Straight Edge Perfection Shingles:
Matching Mitered Inside and Outside Cornerposts;
Mitered Bay Window Inside and Outside Cornerposts
• Color clear through the panel
• Extra-thick durable polypropylene
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
Perfection and Half-Round Shingles
• TrueTexture™ finish
• 3/4 in. panel projection
• Thick (.100)
• Molded Perimeter Lock™
• PanelThermometer™ and temperature indicator lines
• Reinforced nail slots
• Ribs on the back of the panel
• Supplied in standard 48 in. (D7), 60 in. (T5), and 32 in.
(Half-Round) panels
• Matching Mitered Cornerpost and
Cornice Cap for Perfection Shingles
Benefit
• Suitable for whole-house applications as well as accent areas
• Professional, finished appearance
• Professional, finished appearance
• Scratches won’t show
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
• Looks like real cedar
• Faithful reproductions of real shingles
• Super strength and rigidity
• Virtually seamless appearance
• Ensure accurate spacing
• Speed installation
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 180 mph
• Structural stability
• Professional, finished appearance
Cedar Impressions significant features and benefits continue on
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Cedar Impressions® Significant Features and Benefits (Continued)
Feature
Rough-Split Shakes
• TrueTexture finish
• 1 in. panel projection
• Extra thick (.125)
• Molded Perimeter Lock
• Reinforced nail slots
• Ribs on the back of the panel
• Supplied in standard 57 in. panels
• PanelThermometer and temperature indicator lines
• Matching Mitered Cornerpost and Cornice Cap
Benefit
• Looks like real cedar
• Faithful reproductions of real shingles
• Super strength and rigidity
• Virtually seamless appearance
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 180 mph
• Structural stability
• Ensure accurate spacing
• Speed installation
• Professional, finished appearance
Northwoods Shakes™ Features and Benefits
Feature
• Random patterns
• TrueTexture finish
• Deep, tapered shingle gaps
• 1 in. panel projection
• .050 thick construction
• Post-formed lock
• Supplied in standard 10 ft. panels
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
• Limited Lifetime Warranty
Benefit
• Looks like hand-split cedar
• Longer lengths without repeat
• Authentic reproduction of real cedar
• Suitable for accent as well as whole-house application
• Beautiful, distinct look
• Faithful reproduction of real cedar
• Super strength and rigidity
• Helps provide wind-load resistance that exceeds
ASTM D3679
• Decreases seams and speeds installation time
• Helps protect homeowners’ investment
Northwoods™ Shakes
Northwoods Single 7 in. Straight Edge Rough-Split
Shakes, Single 9 in. Staggered Rough-Split Shakes, and
Single 10 in. Random Hand-Split Shakes are made from
vinyl using our patented TrueTexture™ process. They
feature deep tapered shingle gaps and replicate the
authentic look of hand-split and milled cedar shingles. Northwoods Shakes can be combined with other CertainTeed siding styles,
textures, and shapes and are an ideal option for creating accent areas or highlighting special architectural features.
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CedarBoards™ and CedarBoards™ XL
CedarBoards insulated siding is a complete wall system that
combines the low maintenance of vinyl siding with the energy
efficiency of rigid insulation.
Improved Appearance
The real beauty of CedarBoards siding lies in its ability to
smooth out small imperfections in the wall. When applied
over existing siding, CedarBoards will hide minor bumps
and valleys in the substrate and help eliminate the waviness
associated with hollow vinyl siding that has been applied
over improperly prepared substrate. Because it is foambacked,
CedarBoards also resists damage from hail and
everyday impacts.
Chosen by builders and remodelers as the #1 insulted siding in
performance and use, CedarBoards siding features a straight,
even face with a flat surface that resembles wide board wood
siding and a deep 3/4 in. straight-edge panel projection that
looks like newly sawn wood.
Improved Insulation
CedarBoards Insulated siding creates a thermal envelope that
protects from wind and weather. It can cut heat loss through
walls by as much as 22 percent and it helps block sound and
reduces exterior noise. Insulated siding will not contribute to
mold growth and has a 5.0 permeability rating, allowing water
vapor to escape.
Product Details
A .044 in. panel, CedarBoards insulated siding features a Select
Cedar texture and comes in four popular profiles: Double 4 in.,
Double 6 in., and Single 7 in. Clapboard, and Double 4-1/2 in.
Dutchlap. The panels feature CertainTeed’s patented
STUDfinder™ Installation System, DuraLock™ positive locking
system, and RigidForm™ rolled-over nail hem. Coordinating
wood-like accessories are also available.
Extra Long Panels
CedarBoards Insulated siding is also available in 16 ft. 8 in.
panels. Double 6 in. XL Clapboard and Single 7 in. XL Clapboard
can significantly reduce seams and speed installation.
A two-story, 20 ft.-wide wall clad with the longer panels will
have 40 percent fewer laps than a wall clad with standard
12 ft. 6 in. panels.
LEED and NAHB Points
CedarBoards Insulated siding can also earn LEED points as an
Energy STAR-rated product. Because of its 60 percent recycled
content, CedarBoards D6 in. Clapboard also qualifies as an
“Environmentally Preferable Product.”
Under the NAHB Green Building Standard, CedarBoards
Insulated Siding may qualify for points under “Energy/Cost
Performance” and “Building Envelope” criteria. CedarBoards
D6 in. Clapboard can also earn points for “Recycled Content.”
10-3/8" 4"
4"
1-1/4"
3/4"
4-1/2"
11-1/16"
4-1/2"
1-1/4"
3/4"
7"
9"
1-1/4"
3/4"
6"
14"
6"
1-1/4"
3/4"
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CedarBoards® Features and Benefits
Feature
• Select Cedar texture
• Four profiles to choose from:
Double 6 in. Rough Cedar Clapboard
Double 4-1/2 in. Select Cedar Dutchlap
Single 7 in. Rough Cedar Clapboard
Double 4 in. Select Cedar Clapboard
• XL Double 6 in. and Single 7 in. Clapboard
• Supplied in 12 ft. 1 in. (D41/2), 12 ft. 3 in. (S7),
and 12 ft. 6 in. (D4 and D6) panels
• .044 in. thickness
• 3/4 in. panel projection (S7 and D6)
• 5/8 in. panel projection (D4 and D41/2)
• 1-1/4 in. custom contoured foam
• Straight, even face
• STUDfinder™ Installation System
• DuraLock™ oversized, rigid lock
• RigidForm™ technology
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
Benefit
• Looks like real wood
• Styles for every home
• Faster Installation
• Up to 40 percent fewer laps
• Strong and rigid
• Faithful reproduction of real cedar
• Smooths out imperfections in the wall
• Improves R-value by as much as 22 percent
• Creates a thermal envelope
• Supports the contour of the siding
• Resists impact up to five times better than hollow vinyl siding
• Helps block sound
• Flat surface looks like wide board siding
• Ensures fast, accurate installation
• Positive lock
• Secure installation
• Rolled-over nail hem stiffens siding
• Straight-on-the-wall appearance
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 180 mph
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
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Wolverine® Restoration Smooth™
The look and finish of Restoration Smooth Siding date back to
the 17th Century. Harsh winters forced New World colonists to
develop solid wood siding called clapboards. These were cut
from oak, cedar, or white pine and planed on site. Nailed in an
overlapping pattern of 3 or 4-1/2 in. exposures, then sealed and
painted, clapboards created a weather resistant, eye-pleasing
wall. Restoration Smooth siding recreates that architectural style
in vinyl.
Restoration Smooth is available in Triple 3 in. and Double 4-1/2
in. Smooth Clapboard and Double 4-1/2 in. Smooth Dutchlap
profiles. Manufacturing innovations include:
• STUDfinder™ Installation System—Precisely engineered nailhem
graphics help installers find studs with greater accuracy.
• StormRoll™ Hem—A double-thick, .088 in. material gives
Restoration Smooth higher strength and rigidity for straighter
walls, long-lasting appearance, and outstanding wind
resistance.
• GripLock™—Panels snap securely in place for a more rigid,
straighter installation.
4-1/2"
4-1/2"
5/8"
3"
3"
3"
5/8"
4-1/2"
4-1/2"
5/8"
Wolverine® Restoration Smooth™ Features and Benefits
Feature
• Triple 3 in. Smooth Clapboard
• Double 4-1/2 in. Smooth Clapboard
• Double 4-1/2 in. Smooth Dutchlap
• 5/8 in. panel projection
• Supplied in 12 ft. 1 in. panels
• .044 in. thick
• Color clear through the panel
• STUDfinder Installation System
• StormRoll Hem
• GripLock
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Looks like 17th Century hardwood siding
• Deep shadow lines
• Minimizes seams
• Speeds installation
• Premium thickness; rigid panel
• Common scratches and scrapes won’t show
• Faster, more accurate installation
• Increased strength and rigidity
• Increased wind resistance
• Straighter-on-the-wall performance
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
Monogram™ 46 and Monogram 46L
Monogram™ has the widest color selection in the industry. It
also has a stiff, double-thick .092" nail hem for a straighter onthe-
wall appearance and wind load performance of up to 220
mph with nails.
Premium Appearance with a Wood Look and
Virtually No Maintenance
Everyone compares the grain and texture of vinyl to the natural
look of painted wood. It’s the look homeowners know and
want. But for all its aesthetic attributes, wood siding can be an
expensive nightmare in terms of maintenance. Consequently,
homeowners look for low-maintenance, quality alternatives with
a premium appearance. Monogram 46 and 46L solids,
Watercolors™ and blends fill this need.
Unlike real wood, Monogram™ doesn’t cup, split, warp or twist.
There are no visible nail heads on the face of a Monogram™
panel, so there are no rust streaks. Finally, wood siding
typically requires painting every 3 to 5 years; vinyl siding
never needs painting.
Product Details
Monogram™ is available in Double 4 in. and Double 5 in. Rough
Cedar Clapboard and Double 5 in. Rough Cedar Dutchlap.
The TrueTexture™ rough cedar texture was created directly from
the source, real cedar clapboards. Monogram™ 46 features a
3/4 in. panel projection for added rigidity and deep shadow
lines. The CertiLock™ self-aligning post-formed positive lock
provides easy, self-aligning installation to help ensure that panel
courses match on adjacent walls.
Monogram™ also features the STUDfinder™ Installation System,
which combines precisely engineered nail slot locations with
graphics to help ensure quick, accurate, and secure installation.
The nail slots are positioned to allow for alignment with studs.
STUDfinder Installation System graphics are centered directly
under each nail slot. This provides a quick and easy guide to
fastening studs, which is the recommended and approved
installation method.
Monogram is installed with 3/4 in. receiving channel
accessories and is fully compatible with Vinyl Carpentry™
accessories and trim. Available accessories include 3-1/2 in.
and 5 in. decorative trim lineals, cornerpost, quarter round
accents, crown molding, corner block and rosette, and
cornice molding.
With traditional 12 ft. siding, seams appear every two to three
feet. Monogram 46L panels are preferred by installers because
they reduce the number of laps and speed installation. On a
two-story, 20 ft.-wide wall, a 16-ft. Monogram 46L panel will
contain 35 percent fewer laps. Using our 20 ft. Monogram 46L
panel on the same wall will eliminate the seams completely! For
greater flexibility and to reduce waste, Monogram 46L panels
can be mixed with traditional length Monogram 46.
Deluxe Colors
Monogram’s blend colors are actually multi-colored with the
streaked appearance of semi-transparent stained cedar siding.
The streaking pattern is subtle and consistent, and it doesn’t
have the harsh variations seen in competitive products. This
subtlety and a look that provides smooth joint transitions from
one panel to the next gives Monogram™ the virtually seamless
appearance that homeowners want.
Finally, Monogram™ vinyl siding has color that is processed
clear through, eliminating the possibility of film delaminition or
fading inks. Some competitive streaked products are made with
a thin film that can be scratched off and show a different color
substrate underneath.
Monogram™ siding is also available in Watercolors™, a refreshing
color palette that gives a summertime feeling all year long.
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4"
3/4"
5"
5"
3/4"
5"
5"
3/4"
Premium Colors
All CertainTeed siding is manufactured using our exclusive
PermaColor™ color science technology. In the PermaColor
process, PVC resin, superior micro-ingredients, and state-of-theart
pigment chemistry combine to produce an array of rich,
durable colors. The premium colors, generally the darker hues
like Barn Red and Ivy Green, also use ASA/AES, highly durable
polymer capstocks compounded with heat distortion modifiers
to ensure long-term weatherability. The darker hues would
otherwise fail quickly, but ASA/AES,protects them from chalking
and excessive fading.
Another feature that differentiates Monogram from competitive
products is the color selection. Working with the prestigious
Color Marketing Group—an association of professionals
representing many different industries—CertainTeed developed
a palette for Monogram that reflects the latest consumer color
trends and color development and includes blended colors.
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Monogram™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Three classic styles of Monogram 46
Double 4 in. Rough Cedar Clapboard
Double 5 in. Rough Cedar Clapboard
Double 5 in. Rough Cedar Dutchlap
• Two classic styles of Monogram 46L
Double 4 in. Clapboard
Double 5 in. Dutchlap
• Widest color selection in the industry,
including blends and WaterColors™
• TrueTexture™ finish
• Low gloss finish
• 3/4 in. clapboard base
• RigidForm™ 220 technology
• STUDfinder™ Installation System
• CertiLock™
• Complementing wood-like accessories
• Extra long (16 ft., 16 ft. 8 in., and 20 ft.) panels
• .046 in. thickness
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Wide choice of styles for greater designability
• 12 ft. 6 in. panel
• 12 ft. panel
• 12 ft. panel
• 16 ft. 8 in. and 20 ft. panels
• 16 ft. and 20 ft. panels
• Color to meet every homeowner’s needs
• True wood-like appearance
• The appearance of freshly painted smooth clapboards
• Increased panel rigidity and distinct shadow lines
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 220 mph
• Straighter on-the-wall performance
• Helps ensure quick, accurate, and secure installation
• Multiple bends provide for self alignment
• Faster, more consistent installation
• Audible “click” indicates locked, secure panel
• More custom, natural appearance
• Speed installation
• Reduce number of laps
• Strong, nearly invisible laps
• Straighter on-the-wall performance
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
Board & Batten
Board& Batten vertical siding recreates the historic charm and
rustic cedar look of a centuries-old siding style originally
applied to log-built homes, barns, and other early American
structures. This siding was favored by early settlers to protect
and beautify homes and outbuildings. CertainTeed Board &
Batten vertical siding combines alternating wide and narrow
vertical panels in a simple, yet beautiful design well-suited to
this distinctive architectural style.
Aesthetic Appeal
Board & Batten’s 6-1/2 in. board and 1-1/2 in. batten create a
realistic natural cedar look. The flat face 6-1/2 in. board
maintains its straight, even face and flat surface, while the sharp
batten edge looks like finely crafted real wood.
Installation Advantages
A full 30 inches longer than competitive panels, CertainTeed’s
12 ft., 6 in. Board & Batten panels offer distinct installation and
aesthetic advantages. Seams and transitions can be eliminated in
walls up to 12 ft. 6 in. high, providing a smoother appearance.
For traditional-height walls, we also manufacture a 10 ft. panel.
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Board & Batten Features and Benefits
Feature
• 8 in. exposure
• TrueTexture™ rough cedar finish
• 6-1/2 in. board with 1-1/2 in. batten
• Flat face board design
• Straight, sharp-edged battens
• Long 12-1/2 ft. panels
• Standard 10 ft. panel
• .048 in. thick panel
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Widest vinyl board span
• Looks like textured wood
• Creates an 8 in. wide panel with widest board span
• Straight, even surface
• Sharp, carpentered look
• Seams and transitions eliminated from walls
up to 12-1/2 ft. high
• No waste on standard-height walls
• Strength and durability
• Protects homeowner’s investment
6-1/2"
1-1/2"
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Carolina Beaded™
Carolina Beaded was developed
specifically for the look of the
“Old South.” Carolina Beaded
features a deep V-groove design,
which creates a distinct shadow
line between the face of the panel
and the rounded bead. Its low
gloss, smooth brushed finish looks
like freshly painted wood. Carolina Beaded recreates the
look of hand craftsmanship without the time consuming—
and expensive—installation and maintenance.
Product Details
Carolina Beaded is available in a 6-1/2 in. beaded profile
with a low-gloss brushed finish. A.044 in. panel, it has a
3/4 in. projection, deep shadow lines, and CertainTeed’s
popular post-form locking mechanism.
Carolina Beaded features the STUDfinder™ Installation System.
It is installed with 3/4 in. receiving channel accessories and is
fully compatible with Beaded Porch Panel and Vinyl Carpentry™
accessories and trim. Available accessories include 3-1/2 in.
and 5 in. decorative trim lineals, cornerposts, quarter round
accents, crown molding, corner block and rosette, and cornice
molding.
Carolina Beaded™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• 6-1/2 in. exposure
• Smooth-brushed texture
• Low-gloss finish
• 3/4 in. beaded base/panel projection
• 12 ft. 4 in. panel
• Post-formed lock
• .044 in. thickness
• STUDfinder Installation System
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Faithful recreation of original wood siding
• The look of hand-crafted beaded wood siding
• Natural painted wood appearance
• Deeper shadow lines
• Rigid panel
• Decreases seams
• Speeds installation
• Resists blow-off
• Helps provide secure installation
• Optimum thickness for strength, durability, and appearance
• Helps ensure quick, accurate, and secure installation
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
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Classic™
When architects and builders of the 1800s chose exterior
cladding, they meticulously selected narrow siding boards
that have stood the test of time. Classic recreates this classic
architectural style in vinyl: narrow siding boards and a smooth
painted-wood-like finish. The Select Cedar finish is a classic
woodgrain of the finest cedar available. The molds are made
from real cedar shakes. The finish gives the great look of
wood, a look that will please even the most discriminating eye.
Classic is available in our Select Cedar finish. There are three
traditional profiles: Double 4 in. and Double 5 in. Clapboards
and Double 4-1/2 in. Dutchlap.
All three feature DuraLock™, so panels snap together for easier
one-person installation. DuraLock also provides a more rigid,
straighter on-the-wall look.
Classic™ panels include the STUDfinder™ Installation System,
which combines precisely engineered nail slot locations with
graphics to create a siding panel that is designed to help ensure
quick, accurate, and secure installation.
Classic™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Generous range of colors and styles
Double 4 in. Select Cedar Clapboard
Double 5 in. Select Cedar Clapboard
Double 4-1/2 in. Select Cedar Dutchlap
• .044 in. thickness
• 5/8 in. panel projection
• Available in 12 ft. (D5), 12 ft. 1 in. (D41/2),
and 12 ft. 6 in. (D4) panels
• Color goes clear through the panel
• DuraLock design
• STUDfinder Installation System
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
Benefit
• Create any look the homeowner prefers
• Deep shadow lines
• Decreases seams
• Speeds installation
• Scratches won’t show
• Rigid straighter-on-the-wall installation
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 180 mph
• Quick, accurate, secure installation
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
4"
4"
5/8"
4-1/2"
4-1/2"
5/8"
5"
5"
5/8"
MainStreet™
Available since the mid-80s, MainStreet is CertainTeed’s best
selling siding—and with good reason. MainStreet, which also
incorporates the STUDfinder Installation System, is just the siding
homeowners need when they’re in the market for a panel that
looks good, offers many style options, has a wide range of color
selections, and is a good value.
Product Details
MainStreet™ boasts the broadest style line in the CertainTeed
Siding Collection.
• Double 4 in. Woodgrain Clapboard–
12 ft. 6 in. panel, 1/2" projection
• Triple 3 in. Brushed Clapboard–
12 ft. 1 in. panel, 1/2" projection
• Double 5 in. Woodgrain Clapboard–
12 ft. panel, 1/2" projection
• Double 4 in. Woodgrain Dutchlap–
12 ft. 6 in. panel, 1/2" projection
• Double 5 in. Woodgrain Dutchlap–
12 ft. panel, 1/2" projection
• Single 6-1/2 in. Brushed Beaded–
12 ft. 4 in. panel, 1/2" projection
• Single 8 in. Woodgrain Clapboard–
12 ft. 6 in. panel, 5/8" projection
MainStreet™ also features an extensive color offering and is
created with PermaColor™ color science, a unique blend of PVC
resin, superior micro-ingredients, and state-of-the-art pigment
chemistry. All colors go clear through the panel so scratches
don’t show.
With full 1/2 in. or 5/8 in. panel projection, MainStreet casts a
dramatic shadow line and give homes the depth and definition
homeowners love. This versatile siding product coordinates
with all Vinyl Carpentry™ soffit textures and also blends well
with other siding styles and decorative accessories. For a
particularly striking look, MainStreet™ can be paired with
Cedar Impressions.®
RigidForm™ Technology
MainStreet’s RigidForm 160 rolled-over nail hem stiffens the
siding for a straighter on-the-wall appearance. It also provides
wind load performance up to 160 mph with nails.
DuraLock™
MainStreet is an installer-friendly panel because it installs
quickly and evenly on the wall. It features DuraLock, an oversized,
rigid teardrop shape and angular locking leg, which
provides a positive snap-fit installation.
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4"
1/2"
5"
5"
1/2"
4"
4"
1/2"
5"
5"
1/2"
8"
5/8"
6-1/2"
1/2"
3"
3"
3"
1/2"
Feature
• Wide variety of profiles
• Low-gloss woodgrain finish or brushed finish
• 1/2 in. panel projection for all but S8 in. clapboard
• 5/8 in. panel projection for S8 in.
• RigidForm™ 160 Technology
• STUDfinder™ Installation System
• DuraLock™ post formed lock
• .042 in. wall thickness
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Styles and widths to suit virtually any home design
• Authentic wood look
• Definitive shadow lines
• Straighter on-the-wall performance
• Designed to withstand wind load pressure up to 160 mph
• Helps ensure quick, accurate,
and secure installation
• Easy to install
• Helps provide secure installation
• Durability and protection at an affordable price
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
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Wolverine® American Legend™
American Legend vinyl siding is one of our best selling sidings.
One of our standard sidings, American Legend can command
a premium price when it is combined with a decorative trim
package. American Legend is just the siding homeowners need
when they’re in the market for a panel that looks good, offers
many style options, has a wide range of color selections, and is
a good value.
GripLock™
American Legend features the exclusive GripLock design. With
GripLock, the panels “snap” securely together for extra stability.
As a result, installation goes faster and the overall appearance is
smoother and more attractive. The advanced
lock makes one-person installation simple.
American Legend is often referred to as “the” installer-friendly
panel because it also features the STUDfinder Installation
System. The STUDfinder™ Installation System combines
precisely engineered nail slots with graphics to help ensure
quick, accurate, and secure installation.
Product Details
American Legend™ boasts the following profiles and finishes:
• Double 4 in. Clapboard, woodgrain–12 ft. 6 in. panel
• Double 4-1/2 in. Dutchlap, woodgrain–12 ft. 1 in. panel
• Double 5 in. Clapboard, woodgrain–12 ft. panel
American Legend also features an extensive color offering created
with a unique blend of CertainTeed’s PermaColor™ resin system,
superior micro-ingredients, and state-of-the-art pigment
chemistry. All colors go clear through the panel.
This versatile siding product coordinates with all soffit textures
and also blends well with other siding styles and decorative
accessories.
Wolverine® American Legend™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Wide variety of profiles
Double 4 in. Woodgrain Clapboard
Double 4-1/2 in. Woodgrain Dutchlap
Double 5 in. Woodgrain Clapboard
• GripLock™
• 9/16 in. panel projection
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• STUDfinder™ Installation System
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Styles and widths to suit virtually any home design
• Snap-fit, secure installation
• Easy one-person installation
• Definitive shadow lines
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
• Helps ensure quick, accurate, and secure installation
5"
5"
9/16"
4"
4"
9/16"
4-1/2"
4-1/2"
9/16"
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Wolverine® Encore™
High quality. Low maintenance. Great value. In a few phrases we
can describe why many homeowners and installers love Encore
siding. Encore coordinates with our complete line of soffit,
trim, and accessories, so you can help homeowners achieve the
look they want at a price they can afford.
Product Details
Encore is available with a woodgrain finish in four profiles:
Triple 3 in., Double 4 in., and Double 5 in. Clapboard, and
Double 4-1/2 in. Dutchlap. Its color line coordinates with
all Vinyl Carpentry™ decorative trim. Encore features the
STUDfinder™ Installation System for quick, accurate, and
secure installation.
3"
3"
3"
7/16"
4"
4"
1/2"
4-1/2"
4-1/2"
7/16"
5"
5"
1/2"
Wolverine® Encore™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Four profiles
Triple 3 in. Clapboard
Double 4 in. Clapboard
Double 4-1/2 in. Dutchlap
Double 5 in. Clapboard
• Supplied in 12 ft. (D5), 12 ft. 1 in. (D41/2, T3) and
12 ft. 6 in. (D4) panels
• Woodgrain finish
• 1/2-in. panel projection
• .040 in. thick
• Post-formed lock
• STUDfinder Installation System
• Best selling colors with coordinating trim
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
• Class 1(A) Fire Rating
Benefit
• Homeowners can create the look they want
• Minimizes seams
• Speeds installation
• Looks like painted wood
• Provides subtle shadow lines
• Easy, secure installation
• Helps ensure quick, accurate, and secure installation
• Most popular colors in an economically priced line
• Helps protect homeowner’s investment
Wolverine® Newtown™
Our latest introduction to the CertainTeed line of siding and
accessories is Newtown™—value siding designed for the new
construction professional. Produced specifically for new
construction, Newtown provides great looks and performance
at a very affordable price. It features a natural woodgrain
finish that is protected with our PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade
Protection, popular low-gloss colors with a wide variety of
coordinating trim, and a lifetime limited warranty.
Newtown is available in Double 4 in. and Double 5 in.
Clapboard and Double 5 in. Woodgrain Dutchlap. For an
elegant, custom look, builders are installing Wolverine Newtown
with Cedar Impressions® accents. Accessories include a 3 in.
cornerpost and 7/16 in. J-channel. Newtown also pairs
particularly well with our Value soffit.
4"
4"
7/16"
5"
5"
7/16"
5"
5"
7/16"
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Wolverine® Newtown™ Significant Features and Benefits
Feature
• Three styles to choose from:
Double 4 in. Clapboard
Double 5 in. Clapboard
Double 5" Dutchlap
• Low gloss woodgrain finish
• Double 5 in. Clapboard and Double 5 in.
Dutchlap available in 12 ft. panels
• Double 4 in. Clapboard available in 12 ft. 6 in. panels
• .040 in. thick
• 7/16 in. panel projection
• Coordinating trim and accessories
• Can be used with Super Premium panels
• Limited Lifetime Warranty,
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection
Benefit
• Popular styles are favorites with homeowners
• Looks like painted wood
• Longer panel minimizes seams
• Speeds installation
• Durability and protection at economical price
• Subtle shadow lines
• Adds professional, carpentered look
• Create a custom look
• Protects homeowner's investment
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Summary• The Siding Collection offers a wide selection to meet every homeowner’s design choice and budget.
• The Siding Collection offers a wide selection to meet every
homeowner’s design choice and budget.
• All our siding panels feature TrueTexture™ finish and
PermaColor™ Lifetime Fade Protection.
• The Cedar Impressions® siding line offers a rich architectural
look to homeowners. These panels can be used in wholehouse
applications or as accents.
• Northwoods™ Single 7 in., Single 9 in., and Single 10 in.
panels recreate the natural textures and variable patterns of
cedar shakes and shingles.
• CedarBoards™ and CedarBoards™ XL Insulated siding create a
thermal envelope around the home that can increase R-value
by as much as 22 percent.
• CedarBoards™ XL Insulated siding is 16 ft. 8 in. long. Longer
panels can reduce the number of laps by up to 40 percent.
• Wolverine® Restoration Smooth™ features an historically
accurate finish that replicates smooth, sealed painted wood.
• Monogram™ 46 has the widest color selection in the industry.
• Monogram™ 46L is available in 16 ft. 8 in. and 20 ft. panels
that speed installation and reduce or, in some cases,
eliminate seams.
• Board & Batten siding has a straight, even face with a flat
surface and straight-edge battens with a sharp, carpentered
look.
• Homeowners and building professionals who want to recreate
an Old-World look choose Carolina Beaded™
• Classic™ recreates the narrow siding boards and painted-wood
look of 19th century exterior cladding. It is a good choice for
both new construction and remodeling applications.
• MainStreet™ is the ideal choice for homeowners looking for
value with the benefits of a premium panel.
• The three classic styles of Wolverine® American Legend™ offer
versatile looks and performance at an economical price.
• Wolverine® Encore™ has proven features that offer style and
performance at an affordable price.
• Newtown™ siding was created specifically for new construction.

Siding Manufacturer’s Warranty: What’s Covered; What’s Not

Understanding the warranty requires, first, understanding the
difference between a contractor’s warranty and a manufacturer’s
warranty. The manufacturer’s warranty is typically limited to
defects in the product that result from the manufacturing
process. It is not a negotiable instrument.
The contractor’s warranty is your warranty and guarantees the
workmanship and services you agree to provide. You negotiate
with the client, and, typically, your warranty becomes a part of
the job contract or agreement that you sign with the customer.
The following discussion concerns only our manufacturer’s
warranty.
How Long Is Long Enough?
CertainTeed warrants its siding for the lifetime of the original
owner. This lifetime limited warranty is our promise that
CertainTeed siding is manufactured to consistently high,
reproducible standards that your customers can count on.
Because few people live in the same home their entire lives,
CertainTeed’s warranty is transferable to the subsequent
homeowner, making an investment in CertainTeed siding a
selling feature of the home. Upon transfer, the warranty converts
to a pro-rated warranty with a duration of 50 years from the
date of installation.
There are some competitive brands available with lifetime
warranties to the original owner and the transferee. It would
appear these warranties are “forever” warranties. We believe
this is absurd. First, nothing lasts forever—not products or
companies. Second, a warranty is only as good as the company
behind it. It may be to your advantage to point this out to your
customers when they are considering competitive sidings.
CertainTeed has been in the building materials business since
1904 and has produced vinyl siding since the 60s. Our ability to
produce a quality product for decades at a price homeowners
can afford testifies to the value of both the product and the
warranty: We make siding that lasts a very long time, and we
guarantee it for as long as makes good business sense.
Companies that guarantee their products “forever” may
have a difficult time staying in business forever.
Objectives
This chapter discusses the defects that are covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty and those that are not:
•Warranty coverage
• Oil canning
• Melting
• Blow off
• Water intrusion
What Is a Manufacturing Defect?
First, CertainTeed siding and accessories are guaranteed to be
free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship.
Second, CertainTeed’s warranty guarantees consistent gloss
levels and colors from batch to batch. Panels from two different
cartons which do not match in gloss and colors are defective.
Third, CertainTeed siding is guaranteed to weather evenly on any
one wall. Different exposures to the elements may cause the siding
to weather differently from wall to wall over time. Everything
that is left in the sun weathers, but it should all weather at the
same rate. All of our siding colors and accessories are tested
outdoors and in accelerated weathering machines. These colors
are our standard for normal weathering, and when contacted
about a weathering claim, we use these standards as the basis
for resolving the claim. Uneven weathering is quite noticeable
because it produces a checkerboard effect. It is a manufacturing
defect, and CertainTeed will replace siding and accessories that
have weathered unevenly.
Occasionally, homeowners attempt to replace a few damaged
panels in a wall of siding. This causes weathering to become
very noticeable, because the new panels will not match the
normally weathered panels.
Finally, though siding is not typically warranted against “acts
of God,” CertainTeed replaces siding damaged by hail to the
extent that homeowner’s insurance does not pay for
the damage. (Subject to certain provisions set in the
warranty itself.)
Oil Canning
Oil canning is a terminal problem for panels with traditional
nail slots; once it occurs, the face of the vinyl siding is
permanently distorted and must be replaced. It is a wrinkling or
buckling of the panel face, so called because when the siding
buckles, it has the appearance of the bottom of an oil can. It
occurs because the siding is not free to “float” and is almost
always an installation problem.
The most common causes of oil canning in panels with
traditional nail slots are:
• Improperly cut panels: Panels that are cut too long will oil
can because they have no room to expand. Vinyl siding
should be cut to allow 1/4 to 3/8 in. movement in
J-channels, cornerposts, and other accessories.
• Tight nailing: Galvanized roofing nails must be driven
through the center of the nail slots at least 3/4 in. into a solid
substrate, with up to 1/16 in. clearance between the
head of the nail and the siding. If the nail is driven tight
against the nail hem, the siding “oil cans” because it cannot
move as it expands and contracts.
• Expansion and contraction are also restricted if the panel is
nailed at opposite ends of the nail slots. For horizontally
installed siding, if the panel is nailed at the extreme left of the
left-hand slot and the extreme right of the right-hand slot, it is
effectively fixed in place. As the ambient temperature varies up
or down from the temperature at installation, the nails will
restrict the panel’s movement to the area inside the nails,
causing the vinyl panel to oil can. Always nail in the center
of nail slots. Because vertically installed siding expands and
contracts in one direction (down) rather than equally across
the panel, vertical siding is nailed at the top of the top slot and
in the middle of all remaining slots.
• Face nailing, nailing through the front of the panel
rather than through the nail slots, also causes
siding to oil can. Even novice installers rarely ever make
this mistake on a flat wall. However, it is not uncommon for
novices to nail through the panel face when shutters,
strapping for gutters, or outdoor lights are installed.
Experienced installers drill holes three times the diameter of
the screws, bolts, or nails being used to fasten the objects in
the siding. This provides clearance so the siding can move
freely underneath.
Blow Off
Under normal conditions, properly installed vinyl siding from a
reputable manufacturer will not blow off. Angular locking legs
and properly fitted trim yield secure connections, even under
high wind pressure.
Most blow-off begins at either the top course of siding or under
windows. It occurs because the top course is not properly
secured. Installing a J-channel and undersill trim or a cornice
receiver/cornice molding combination will generally prevent
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this. If the top edge of the last course of siding is pushed under
and locked into the trim, the siding will not blow off under normal
wind pressure. If high winds are a problem, the most
secure application is to punch nail slots through the face of the
top panel. Then hang the top panel as you would a normal siding
panel, covering the nail heads with the cornice receiver/cornice
molding combination.
Water Intrusion
Siding is not a water-proofer; it is a water shedder. All problems
of water intrusion, especially around windows, doors, trim,
lights, etc. occur because the area around these openings is not
protected by flashing or another water diverter. For example,
unless directed otherwise, water will run down channels
surrounding windows and under, not over, siding. The length
and width of flashing you will have to use depends on the
opening and the type of accessories, but it is essential that
flashing be wide and long enough to direct water onto the butt
leg of the siding. The butt leg acts as a gutter, carrying water to
weep holes and ensuring proper drainage to the exterior
surface of the panel.
When in doubt, flash it. If you’re not sure whether an opening
should be flashed, play it safe and flash it. It can’t hurt, and
flashing around an opening is always significantly less expensive
and time consuming than a call back to repair water damage.
Some Common Warranty Questions
What is “normal” weathering?
Normal weathering is exposure to sunlight, extremes of weather,
or atmosphere that causes any colored surface to gradually,
fade, chalk, or accumulate dirt or stains. The severity of
weathering depends upon where the building is located, the
pollution in the air, and other local conditions over which the
siding manufacturer has no control.
If something hits the building and dents or
cracks the siding, is replacement covered under
the warranty?
No. While CertainTeed siding is strong enough to withstand the
normal dents and dings that can be expected during installation
and normal use, we have no control over baseballs, bats, tree
limbs, car bumpers, etc. For that reason, siding is not
warranted against dents or cracks caused by impact.
Is siding guaranteed by CertainTeed
against blow-off?
While all CertainTeed siding meets or exceeds ASTM minimum
standards, blow-off is outside the manufacturer’s control. The
type and condition of the substrate, the type and depth of the
fasteners, the location of the nails, the direction the house faces,
wind gusts, and positive and negative pressures all impact the
ability of the siding to withstand wind. Because it is impossible
to control all these factors, CertainTeed vinyl siding is not
warranted against blow-off.
What is a wind load rating?
Wind load testing is a laboratory measure of the siding’s ability
to withstand positive and negative wind pressure. This rating is
CertainTeed’s assurance that, based on ASTM D5206 Standard
Test Method for Wind Load Resistance, the siding you purchase
is manufactured to withstand specified wind load pressures
when that siding is nailed to studs with roofing nails or staples
penetrating -3/4-in., spaced 16 in. o.c. The testing verifies that
the locking devices are secure and tight fitting and nail hems
are sufficiently durable—even when buffeted by the wind.
It is also important to understand that wind load rating is a
relative number. It is calculated in an equation where the
variable is a location’s “exposure.” For example, wind load
rating for siding on a building that is 33 ft. high or less, at a
wind load pressure of 85 psf, in a particular exposure (A) is
180 mph. The same siding, on the same building, at the same
pressure, in a different exposure (D) has a wind load rating of
135 mph.
All CertainTeed siding has passed wind load requirements for
Dade County, Florida, and the Texas Board of Insurance. These
are the toughest wind load requirements of all code regulations.
Are kinks in the siding covered by the warranty?
Probably not. Before it is packaged and then again before it
leaves the factory, all CertainTeed siding is inspected for quality.
It is stored flat, on pallets, and it is shipped flat, on pallets. In
the unlikely event that the siding you receive from the factory
has kinks in it, we will, of course, replace it free of charge. But
it has been our experience that most kinks occur when siding is
improperly stored or transported after delivery. It should always
be stored flat, on a solid surface, and transported in such a way
that cartons are not bent. Damage as a result of failure to
properly store and/or transport the siding is not covered by our
material warranty.
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Do I have to use CertainTeed accessories when
I install CertainTeed siding?
You should. The accessories that are recommended for
CertainTeed siding have been designed and manufactured by us,
to our exacting specifications. They allow the siding to perform
optimally, particularly as it expands and contracts. Using generic
accessories will likely result in fittings and locks that are too
tight or too loose, or allow water to run behind the substrate.
Also, accessories from other manufacturers are likely to
weather differently from CertainTeed siding, causing unsightly
variations in color.
Using generic accessories will not void the warranty. However, if
a problem is caused by another manufacturer’s product or
accessory, the claim will be denied.
Is water damage to the house or the substrate
covered by my warranty?
No. Siding is a system. When properly installed, the system will
shed water. Therefore, it is the installer’s responsibility to make
certain that the substrate is properly prepared, every course of
siding is properly locked and fastened, and all openings are
flashed. When the system is installed correctly, water is diverted
over rather than under the siding, and neither the substrate nor
the building gets wet.
What about underlayment? Is it included in the
warranty?
No. As you know, there’s a saying among siding installers: Vinyl
siding looks only as good as what’s under it. If the underlayment
is wavy, eventually the siding will take on the same wavy
appearance. CertainTeed has no control over the types of
underlayment and their installation, but providing a smooth, flat
surface is mandatory when installing vinyl siding.
What about so-called “professionally accepted”
installation techniques?
This falls under the “that’s the way we’ve always done it”
explanation when something goes wrong. CertainTeed siding
must be installed according to the written instructions in this
manual. This is particularly important with Cedar Impressions,
CedarBoards, and Northwoods products because their
installation instructions are different from vinyl. If so-called
“professionally accepted” techniques are found to be the cause
of any siding problem, the claim will be rejected.
Instructions for installing CertainTeed siding and accessories
are included in this manual; basic must-do instructions are also
included on our packaging. Finally, technical help for installers
is available at 800-999-3654. We strongly recommend that
before starting a job, you review our installation instructions for
the type of siding you’re using on that job. And if you run into
an area not covered by our standard instructions, call Consumer
Service. Our trained staff will be happy to recommend an
installation technique.
What should I do if I have a warranty claim?
Simply call Consumer Services at 800-999-3654 if you have a
technical question about CertainTeed siding or if it doesn’t
measure up to your expectations. If you’re calling with a
specific product concern, please know the product name, style,
and color; the name and location of the distributor who sold
you the siding and accessories; and the date you installed it. If
we can’t answer your question immediately, we will contact
someone who can and get back to you.
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Summary
• CertainTeed siding is guaranteed not to peel, flake, rust,
blister, or corrode.
• CertainTeed guarantees consistent color and gloss from
batch to batch.
• CertainTeed siding is guaranteed to weather evenly on the
wall.
• Oil canning is almost always an installation problem and is
not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
• Vinyl will sag and have to be replaced if exposed to
excessive heat from reflected sunlight or a barbecue. This is
not a manufacturing defect.
• CertainTeed siding is not warranted against blow-off.
• Siding sheds water; it will not waterproof a house. For that
reason, it is not guaranteed to prevent water intrusion.
Proper flashing is always required.
• To meet the requirements for warranty protection,
CertainTeed siding must be installed according to our
written instructions. “Professionally accepted” installation
techniques may not comply with CertainTeed’s instructions
and may void the warranty.

Care and Maintenance of Siding

CertainTeed vinyl siding resists most common household stains,
like oil and grease, but it will get dirty just like anything else
that is left outside. Chalk may also accumulate on the surface.
Chalking is normal and occurs on any pigmented surface that is
constantly exposed to sunlight and the elements.
Soil, grime, and chalk are easy to remove with soap and water.
Especially stubborn stains can usually be removed with cleaners
like Fantastik,™ Formula 409,™ and Simple Green.™ When you
clean vinyl siding, work from the bottom to the top to reduce
streaking.
In some areas, mildew is a problem. Homeowners may call with
questions about “black spots,” especially in the covered areas
under eaves and porch enclosures. Commercially available
mildew cleaners are available at good hardware stores.
Homeowners who prefer to mix their own cleaners can do so,
but they should be cautioned against changing the proportions:
Stronger proportions of TSP and/or bleach may damage vinyl
and polypropylene siding.
Mildew Cleaner
3 quarts water
1 quart household bleach
1/3 cup powdered laundry detergent
2/3 cup TSP (Soilax trisodium phosphate, for example)
These care and maintenance instructions are printed on the
back of the warranty booklet, which you should leave behind
after every job is completed.
NOTE: CertainTeed does not recommend power washing
because it can cause moisture intrusion, water damage,
and/or discoloration.
Fire Safety
Exterior vinyl building materials require little maintenance for
many years. Nevertheless, common sense dictates that builders
and suppliers of vinyl products store, handle, and install vinyl
materials in a manner that avoids damage to the product and/or
the structure. Owners and installers should take a few simple
steps to protect vinyl building materials from fire.
Objectives
Vinyl siding is easy to care for. In this chapter, you’ll learn
how to clean and care for vinyl products.
• Cleaning dirt, chalk, and mildew
• Fire safety
• Weathering
• Color variation
13. Care and Maintenance
Melting
Under normal conditions, vinyl siding will not melt or sag, even
in the warm climates of the South and South West. Even though it
is manufactured with a thermoplastic resin, vinyl has to be
heated to its point of deflection (more than 168°F @ 264 psi)
before it begins to soften. An unusual, but more likely situation
occurs when the reflection (an awning, mirrored windows, glass
windows with low-E coating, car windshields, even a metal
chair) acts as a mirror and concentrates heat on a particular
spot on the vinyl panel. If the spot gets hot enough, the vinyl will
begin to sag. Unfortunately, there is no remedy for the
distortion—short of moving the offending reflector and
replacing the damaged panel. An external heat source such as a
barbecue too close to the house will also melt siding.
Unfortunately, there is no fast rule for how far from the house
the barbecue should be positioned, but homeowners should be
cautioned about this heat source.
To the Building Trades
When rigid vinyl siding is exposed to significant heat or flame,
the vinyl will soften, sag, melt or burn and may expose the
material underneath. Care must be exercised when selecting
underlayment materials because many underlayment materials
are made from organic materials that are combustible. You
should ascertain the fire properties of underlayment materials
prior to installation.
All building materials should be installed in accordance with
local, state, and federal building codes and fire regulations.
Excessive Weathering
Vinyl siding is warranted against excessive or inconsistent
weathering. In the unlikely event that siding on the same wall
weathers inconsistently, CertainTeed will, of course, replace it.
But everything “weathers,” and the color changes, fading, even
chalking that all outdoor exposures undergo are considered
normal. Problems occur when damaged siding, incorrectly
installed accessories (flashing, gutters, or soffit), or blow-off
necessitate replacing siding. Siding that has been exposed to the
weather will always look “faded” next to new siding.
Color Variation
Variations in color are most often caused by manufacturing
inconsistencies. Gloss is usually the culprit because different
gloss levels reflect light differently, making color look deeper in
some sections than in others. For this reason, CertainTeed vinyl
siding is tested and
re-tested for consistent gloss level at several points during the
manufacturing of the vinyl sheet and the panels. In the rare
instance that color varies conspicuously, CertainTeed will
replace the siding.
CertainTeed siding and trim has earned the Vinyl Siding Institute
(VSI) Color Certification for its siding and trim. The VSI colorretention
certification process requires a two-year, outdoor
weathering study. Each certified CertainTeed color demonstrated
the ability to resist major changes in a variety of climates. The
color-retention certification is based on the performance
standard for color retention.
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Summary
• Like any other product that is exposed to the outdoors,
vinyl weathers over time.
• Chalking, mildew, and dirt can be removed from vinyl
siding with any number of commercial and homemade
cleaning solutions.
• To avoid streaking, always clean vinyl siding from the
bottom to the top.
• Over time, the color of the siding will fade. This should not
be a problem because CertainTeed vinyl siding should fade
evenly.
• Always keep sources of heat—grills and combustibles—
away from sided walls.

Soffits and Ventilation

Perforated soffit panels play an important role in proper attic
ventilation, and they prolong the life of the roof.
Thermal Convection
Warm air rises. In the home, moist, warm air from the living
area can move into the attic and work its way up to the roof
ridge. If the roof has ridge ventilation with adequate venting at
the soffit, the hot air will rise up and out of the house. If the
attic is not properly ventilated, the heat builds up. In the winter,
this build-up promotes the formation of ice dams in areas that
get snow. In the summer, heat build up can deteriorate the
roofing insulation, sheathing, and shingles.
The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) have set standards for attic ventilation:
1 sq. ft. of net-free ventilation area for every 150 sq. ft. of attic
floor space. If approximately half the open ventilation area
is in the upper portion of the roof (the ridge) and half is
in the lower area (the soffit), the standard changes to
1 sq. ft. for every 300 sq. ft. of attic floor space. This is
because the high-low balanced system equalizes the air
flow and ventilates more efficiently.
If customers begin to notice attic condensation or an
appreciably warmer attic after new vinyl siding and soffit have
been installed, they will attribute the problem to the siding, not
inadequate ventilation. And that’s why it’s important for you to
tell homeowners about the need for adequate ventilation.
Soffit Vents
There are many types of ventilation, but the most effective is a
combination of soffit and ridge vents. Cool air is drawn into the
attic through soffit vents, while the ridge vent allows the warmer
air to rise and flow out the top. CertainTeed offers five lines of
ventilated soffit panels: Beaded, T3-1/3" InvisiVent, Ironmax,™
Universal, and Value. If specified and installed properly, all will
provide adequate soffit ventilation.
To determine the amount of ventilation you’ll need, check the
local building code. How often to vent the soffit depends on the
width of the overhang and how many square feet of airspace a
particular panel provides. Typically, two solid soffit panels are
installed for every one vented panel. That is, every third panel is
vented. If you are ever in doubt about how many ventilated
panels to install, err on the side of installing more than you
think you need.
Installing Soffit
You can use solid vinyl panels or perforated vinyl panels for
soffit installations. Perforated panels provide ventilation, which
helps to reduce heat buildup in the summer and ice dams in the
winter. In buildings with roof ridge vents, you should install
ventilated soffit. Check local building codes to determine the
amount of ventilation required. In high wind load areas, you
should also check local building codes to determine
if application methods differ.
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Objectives
In this chapter, you’ll learn about attic ventilation and how
vented soffit contributes to it.
• Thermal convection
• Placement of vented soffit
• Open eave installation
• Closed eave installation
• Installing fascia
• Installing porch ceilings
12. Soffits and Ventilation
The procedure used to install soffit depends on the construction
of the eaves:
• Open eaves—eaves with exposed rafters or trusses—are
typical of new construction. You will also have to use open
eave installation procedures if you have to remove damaged
soffit at a remodeling project.
• Enclosed eaves—eaves with soffit in place—are typical of
remodeling projects.
Installation over Open Eaves
The first step in installing soffit is to install the proper receiving
channels. You have several options for receiving channels. You
can use accessories such as F-channel or J-channel, or you can
make channels using coil stock. The best approach is to select a
method that works most effectively with the construction
techniques used to create the eave. Examine figures 1–4 and
find the one that most closely resembles the construction
methods used on your particular project.
If no F-channel is available, J-channel can be modified to create
F-channel. Simply cut slots in the nail flange area where it
would be nailed to the wall. After cutting the nail flange, bend
the flange back and nail to the wall. When installing Beaded T2"
panels, use 3/8" H-bar or 3/8" J-channel.
Installing Receiving Channels
Install the receiving channels following the details shown in
figures 1–4. Nail the channels every 16", positioning the nail in
the center of the slot. Do not nail tightly. If you’re using Beaded
T2" panel as soffit, nail both the channel and the soffit every
8"–12" to create added support.
If the eave span is greater than 16", you will have to install
nailing strips (as shown in figure 4) and install the receiving
channels on the nailing strips.
If the soffit will turn a corner, cut and install the channel so
there is 1/4" for expansion at each of the adjoining walls.
Insert the panel into the channel on the wall, then into the
channel at the fascia board. You may have to flex the panel
slightly to insert it into the second channel. Make certain the
panel is perpendicular to the wall, then nail. Depending on the
installation method you’re using, you’ll nail either to a nailing
strip or to the fascia board.
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fascia cap or
coil stock
fascia cap or
coil stock
open truss
F-channel
soffit
16"-24"*
open truss
F-channel
J-channel
soffit
16"-24"*
open
rafter
F-channel
J-channel
soffit
soffit
add nailing
strips
add
framing
16"-24"*
16"-24"*
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 3
* To determine the maximum permissible span, consult individual
product specifications and local building codes.
Installing Soffit
Measure from the wall to the fascia board. Then subtract 1/2" to
allow for expansion. Mark this dimension on a soffit panel and
cross cut the panel using a power circular saw with a reversed
fine-tooth blade. Cut
one or two panels at
a time, carefully
advancing the saw
through the vinyl.
Insert the panel into
the channel on the
wall, then into the
channel at the fascia
board. You may have
to flex the panel
slightly to insert it
into the second channel.
Make certain the panel is perpendicular to the wall, then nail.
Depending on the installation method you’re using, you’ll nail
either to a nailing strip or to the fascia board.
If you’re nailing to the fascia board, use small-headed nails.
Drive the nail through the nail flange and “V” groove. This
is one of the rare instances when face nailing is permissible.
Once a soffit panel is face-nailed, it will expand only in one
direction—in this case, toward the receiving channel. Be
sure to leave space for the full expansion allowance in the
receiving channel.
If you’re using a nailing strip (as in figure 4), do not nail
tightly—allow movement for expansion.
Continue installing the panels by locking and nailing the soffit
in place. Make certain soffit panels are fully locked along their
entire length.
Turning a Corner
To turn a corner, measure
from the channel at the wall
corner to the channel at the
corner of the fascia board.
Subtract 1/4" for expansion. If
necessary, install nailing strips
to provide backing for the
lineal. Cut and install soffit
double channel lineal or Hbar.
Miter the corner soffit
panels and install as described above.
Completing the Installation
To complete the installation, apply utility trim and fasten
aluminum fascia cap or formed aluminum coil stock with
painted trim nails. If you must face nail fascia, drill holes
for the trim nails to allow for expansion and to reduce
denting of the aluminum.
Installation over Enclosed Eaves
If the existing soffit is rotted or damaged, it’s best to remove
it completely before installing vinyl soffit. Then use the
instructions for open eaves.
If you’re installing perforated soffit panels and the existing soffit
doesn’t have openings for ventilation, cut an adequate number
of openings. Then complete the installation as described for
open eaves.
The procedure used to install soffit over an enclosed eave is
almost identical to that used for an open eave. The major
difference is the installation of the J-channel. Determine the
method you’ll use to install soffit at the fascia board (see figures
5 and 6). When installing J-channel at either the wall or the
fascia board, nail the J-channel every 12"–16".
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fascia
soffit
panels
bent
aluminum
coil stock
nail into slot
nail into “v”
soffit
H-bar
fascia
miter soffit
panels
fascia cap or
coil stock
nailing
strip
soffit J-channel
enclosed
eave
J-channel
soffit
enclosed
eave
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 5
Turning a Corner
If the soffit is to turn a corner, cut and install J-channel so there
is 1/4" for expansion at each of the adjoining walls and
adjoining fascia boards. Miter the corner soffit panels and
install as described above.
Installing Triple 3-1/3" InvisiVent
and Solid Soffit
Installation over open eaves
In most situations, T3-1/3" InvisiVent and Solid Soffit should be
installed like our standard soffit products. However, when T3-
1/3" soffit is installed over open eaves, follow these installation
techniques.
Install receiving channels
There are two ways to install receiving channels for soffit.
The best approach is to select a method that works most
effectively with the construction techniques used to create
the eave. Examine the illustrations, and find the one that
most closely resembles the construction methods on your
particular project.
Use either 3/4" J-channel or 3/4" F-channel, or you can make
receiving channels using coil stock.
Install the receiving channels following the details shown in the
illustrations.
Nail the channels every 12" to 16", positioning the nail in the
center of the slot. Do not nail tightly.
NOTE: If you are concerned about excessive insect
infiltration with ventilated soffit, cover the opening with
corrosion-resistant mesh or other screening before
installing the soffit.
Install soffit
Nail the soffit every 16" or 24", depending upon local building
codes and stud spacing. T3-1/3" soffit will span up to 24"
without additional nailing strips.
Installation over existing soffit
When installing T3-1/3" InvisiVent and Solid Soffit over an existing
solid wood soffit, you must cut openings into the existing
soffit to provide adequate airflow through the soffit. The goal is
to have at least 9 square inches of net free air per lineal foot of
soffit. Removing a center portion of the existing soffit will provide
the desired airflow.
Using a saw, cut along the length of the existing soffit. Leave 2"
to 3" from both the wall and the fascia so that you will have
enough wood surface to securely fasten the soffit.
Remove the center portion of the existing soffit.
Install the soffit as described above.
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F-channel
soffit
fascia cap or
coil stock
open
rafter
add framing
J-channel
soffit
Installing Fascia
The wooden fascia board that encloses the front of an eave also
needs protection from the weather. To provide this protection,
you can install vinyl or aluminum fascia panels.
There are two procedures for installing vinyl fascia panels—
one for installations that include soffit, one for installations
without soffit.
Installations without Soffit
1. Fasten undersill trim in place along the top of the
fascia board.
2. Use a snap lock punch to create tabs along the top
edge of the fascia panel.
3. Hook the bottom of the fascia panel under the bottom
of the fascia board. Push the top edge into the undersill
trim, as shown, or behind the drip edge.
4. Secure the panel to the bottom of the fascia board with
white trim nails. Nail at the slot openings only (see
illustration). Do not face nail the fascia panel.
5. When overlapping fascia panels, first cut a notch in the
underneath panel. The notch should be 1/2" deep by
1-1/2" long. Slip the notched panel into the adjacent panel.
6. To turn a corner, you must first fabricate a corner piece.
• Cut a length of fascia panel so it extends 6" beyond
the corner.
• Mark a vertical line to indicate the position of the corner
and cut a 90° V-notch centered on the vertical line.
• Score along the vertical line and fold.
• With a snap lock punch, create tabs along the upper edge
of the panel. The tabs must be raised on the outside face
of the panel.
7. Fit the panel on the corner, making sure to overlap the
preceding panel.
Installations that Include Soffit
1. Fasten the undersill trim in place along the top of the
fascia board.
2. Fasten F-channel along the bottom outside of the fascia
board as shown.
3. The fascia panel will have to be rip cut to fit over the fascia
board and F-receiver.
• To determine the width of the panel, measure from a slot
in the undersill trim to the bottom of the F-receiver.
• Deduct 1/4" and cut as shown in the illustration.
• Use a snap lock punch to create tabs 1/8" below the cut
edge. Punch tabs every 6", with the tab raised on the
outside face of the panel.
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undersill trim
vinyl fascia cap
fascia
board
nail in slot opening
undersill trim
fascia
board
F-channel
4. Install the panel by hooking the bottom of the fascia panel
under the F-receiver and pushing the top into the undersill
trim as shown.
5. Secure the panel to the bottom of the fascia board with
white trim nails. Nail at the slot openings only. Do not face
nail the fascia panel.
6. When overlapping fascia panels, first cut a notch in the
underneath panel. The notch should be 1/2" deep by
1-1/2" long. Slip the notched panel into the adjacent panel.
7. To turn a corner, you must first fabricate a corner piece.
• Cut a length of fascia panel so it extends 6" beyond the
corner.
• Mark a vertical line to indicate the position of the corner
and cut a 90° V-notch centered on the vertical line.
• Score along the vertical line and fold.
• With a snap lock punch, create tabs along the upper
edge. The tabs must be raised on the outside face of the
panel as shown.
8. Fit the panel on the corner, making sure to overlap the
preceding panel.
Aluminum Fascia
The techniques used to install aluminum fascia panels are
similar to those used with vinyl—with three exceptions:
1. There is no special undersill trim to use with
aluminum fascia.
2. Aluminum fascia is made without nail slots, so you
have to pay attention to proper nailing techniques.
3. Corners are handled differently.
Follow this four-step procedure to install aluminum fascia:
1. Install drip edge, gutter or all-purpose trim along the top of
the fascia board to receive the top edge of the fascia panel.
2. Slip the fascia panel in place; then fasten the underside of
the panel.
3. For best appearance and to avoid bending the aluminum,
first drill a slightly oversized hole. Then, using a light touch,
fasten the fascia with painted trim nails.
4. Nail every 24", keeping nails lined up with the soffit
V-grooves.
5. At outside corners, bend a 1" flange at a 90°angle so it turns
the corner. Then cut the overlapping fascia at a 45°angle.
Position the panels and fasten.
NOTE: If you need a piece of nonstandard size fascia
board, use a portable break to form it from aluminum
trim sheet. Install and attach it using the same
techniques you need for standard fascia panels.
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1/8"
measure
minus 1/4"
6"
Installing Porch Ceilings
The procedures used to install a porch ceiling are in many ways
similar to those used to install soffit. These procedures vary
slightly, depending on whether you’re working on new
construction or a remodeling project.
New Construction
1. Begin by installing receiving channels on all four sides of
the porch. If you are using F-channels, fasten them to the
existing walls. If you are using J-channels, you will have to
install a nailing base.
2. If you plan to use light blocks to attach external light
fixtures, install them to adequate backing.
3. Plan the layout of the ceiling panels to achieve an even
balance or to align with adjacent work.
4. If the ceiling panels will run parallel to the ceiling joists,
you will have to install additional 1" x 3" wood furring
nailing strips. Install these nailing strips perpendicular to
the ceiling joists, placing a strip every 12" to 16".
5. Invert J-channels and fasten them to the underside of wood
strips along the perimeter of the ceiling area.
6. Install the first panel into the channels at one end of the
porch. Be sure to leave room for expansion. Fasten every
12" to 16", positioning the fasteners in the centers of slots.
Do not fasten tightly.
7. Install the remaining panels. When cutting the last panel of
the first course, be sure to allow room for expansion.
For areas where more than one panel length is needed, use a
soffit H-bar. If necessary, rip cut the final panel and use a snap
lock punch to create tabs every 8" to 10" along the cut edge.
Attach undersill trim and insert the panels into the receiving
channel.
Remodeling
Before you begin, check to be sure the existing ceiling can serve
as a solid nailing base. If the existing ceiling is solid, remove all
existing moldings and fixtures from the ceiling and begin by
fastening inverted J-channels along the perimeter of the ceiling
area. Then follow the steps for new construction. (Since you are
working on a solid ceiling, you will not have to install the
additional nailing strips called for in step 4).
If the existing ceiling is not solid, install nailing strips to provide
a secure nailing base. Then install J-channels. You will have to
install additional nailing strips if your ceiling panels are to run
parallel to the ceiling joists. If so, follow the instructions for
new construction.
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Summary
• The most effective attic ventilation is a combination of
vented soffit and ridge vents.
• Check local building codes for the amount of ventilation
you’ll need. Typically, two solid soffit panels are installed for
every vented panel.
• When installing soffit on open eaves, you can use a
combination of J-channel, F-channel, and coil stock as
channels to receive the soffit.
• For installations on closed eaves, use J-channel and either
aluminum fascia cap or firmed coiled stock as receiving
channels.
• Fasten most soffit every 16". Ironmax can be fastened
24" o.c.
• You should also install vinyl or aluminum fascia panels to
protect the wooden fascia boards that enclose the front of
an eave.
• Begin installing porch ceilings on new construction by
installing either F-channel or J-channel. If more than one
length of panel is needed, use a soffit H-bar.
• When remodeling, you can fasten J-channel directly to the
ceiling if it is solid.