Alternatively it is possible to use a power screwdriver to install the screws.
How to attach things to hardiplank siding.
Hardie plank siding is almost always installed with air nailers which are the best tool for quick installation.
It s always nice to find another way of doing things.
And shall be installed 3 8 in.
I would guess there is a point where i have to drill through the hardi and attach to underlying house frame studs.
Tighten the screws until the mailbox remains flush with the hardiplank surface.
Any opinions help experience would be appreciated.
Pinning the plank down at the bottom edge is a common practice called pin back it is used to correct high nailing loose planks gaps or rattling.
However do not overtighten the screws since the hardiplank siding can become damaged with excessive pressure.
6 align the bracket holes with the pilot holes in the siding.
Pinning of the butt joints is not intended to increase wind load values.
Drill pilot holes at each mark one quarter to one half inch deep to make it easier to insert screws and prevent cracking the siding.
I replaced the siding on my house about 10 years ago and i still hate the idea of putting holes in it.
The only downside of pneumatic tools is that sometimes the installer will get going a little bit too quickly and will lose track of where the nails are going.
I m still focused on plants but eventually would like to add some wall art.
The kind that are a flat piece of metal you put in flat ways along the face of the palnk and then turn 90 degrees to lock in place might come back out the type the are basically a spring steel then compresses to install then pops into place over the top of the plank you will probably never be able to work back out.
I also could not find specific information on the james hardie website.
Blind nailing is the preferred installation method for hardieplank.
Bob davis houston texas.
The term applies to a nailing screwing method for joining hardieplank planks to hide nail or screw fasteners.
I would call a company that sells it and then you will know for sure.
Hardiplank is a cement board.
I did search on this group and did not find anything.
Screw in the screws with a screwdriver.
It should be able to withstand the drill.