LP SmartSide™ Installation Best Practices

  1. Maintain a clearance between the end of the gutter and the adjoining wall to allow for proper maintenance of the siding.
  2. Prime and paint ALL exposed cut edges.
  3. Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between siding and finish grade.
  4. Siding applied adjacent to porches, patios, walks, etc. must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface.
  5. Minimum 1 inch clearance at intersection with roof line.
  6. Apply siding in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion and water buildup.
  7. All exposed wood substrate must be sealed in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion and water buildup.
  8. See alternate fastening options for fastening lap siding to SIP, ICF and Steel Frame assemblies.
  9. DO NOT USE STAPLES.
  10. SIDING MUST NOT BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH MASONRY, CONCRETE, BRICK, STONE, STUCCO OR MORTAR.
  11. A minimum 3/16 inch gap is required at ALL butt joints.

For more information, visit Lpcorp.com.

  1. Maintain a clearance between the end of the gutter and the adjoining wall to allow for proper maintenance of the siding.
  2. Prime and paint ALL exposed cut edges.
  3. Minimum 6 inches clearance must be maintained between siding and finish grade.
  4. Siding applied adjacent to porches, patios, walks, etc. must have a clearance of at least 1 inch above any surface.
  5. Minimum 1 inch clearance at intersection with roof line.
  6. Apply siding in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion and water buildup.
  7. All exposed wood substrate must be sealed in a manner that prevents moisture intrusion and water buildup.
  8. See alternate fastening options for fastening lap siding to SIP, ICF and Steel Frame assemblies.
  9. DO NOT USE STAPLES.
  10. SIDING MUST NOT BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH MASONRY, CONCRETE, BRICK, STONE, STUCCO OR MORTAR.
  11. A minimum 3/16 inch gap is required at ALL butt joints.

For more information, visit Lpcorp.com.