HOW TO INSTALL OPEN-JOINT CLADDING/ CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND ®
VERTICAL ORIENTATION OF CLADDING (Wood furring strips represented below.)
24"
24"
24"
24"
Install code-approved water-resistant barrier as required, before installing furring strips
1-1/2" x 1-1/2" furring strip
24"
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" furring strip
24"
Maintain a minimum of 6"clearance off grade
6 "
3/16" min gap all temps
See Page 43 for Gapping Requirements
» Install furring strips at a maximum of 24" on center. » Use two approved fasteners for attaching cladding to furring strips. » Where cladding boards abutt, a 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" furring strip must be used. » Always ensure cladding boards are plumb.
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NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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