Your handy guide on how to install composite cladding.<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nWhether you\u2019re a seasoned professional or a willing amateur, starting a new project can be a little daunting. To help you get prepared, here\u2019s a one-stop shop for all things composite cladding installation. We\u2019ll also cover finishing off the project with some handy tips on edging<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"build](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/cladding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/06\/NeoTimber-Cladding-Installation-Guide-Download-550x367.png\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Download Installation Guide PDF<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n- Pre-Installation<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Subframe<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Cladding Board & Edging<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>
Pre-Installation Information<\/a><\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Being prepared is important when embarking on a new \u201cinstalling composite cladding\u201d project. There are a few things you need to be aware of before you pick up your saw. Correct handling of the composite cladding, the right tools for the job as well as other important elements. Find out more below:<\/p>\n<\/div>
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<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Product Handling<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\nThings you need to know when handling composite cladding boards.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"installing](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/cladding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/02\/Composite-Cladding-CTA-Install.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Tools For The Job<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\nMake sure you have the right tools – composite behaves differently to timber.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"fitting](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/cladding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/02\/NeoTimber-Composite-Cladding-CTA-Order-Samples.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Elements To Consider<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\nFamiliarise yourself with the characteristics of your chosen product.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Subframe Installation<\/a><\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Before fitting composite cladding boards, you need to consider your subframe.\u00a0Cladding<\/a> needs to be well ventilated to ensure it has the airflow to dry properly. To give space for your cladding to breathe, a gap of 35 mm minimum should be maintained between the cladding boards and the wall. In this section, we cover how to install your battens and how to fix our composite joists<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"fixing](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/cladding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/02\/Composite-Cladding-Installation-Subframe.jpg\" "\\"Composite")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Cladding Subframe Overview<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\nHow to construct your subframe to fix your cladding securely.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"how](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/cladding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/02\/Composite-Cladding-Installation-Joists.jpg\" "\\"Composite")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Fixing Cladding Joists<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\nThe best way to attach composite joists for a cladding subframe.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Cladding Board & Edging Installation<\/a><\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>The old saying goes measure twice, cut once. Double-check your measurements before you cut your boards and you\u2019ll be laughing. In this section, we\u2019ll give you the lowdown on how to fix composite cladding boards<\/a>, where to put the edging<\/a>, and any other hints you may require.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Whether you\u2019re a seasoned professional or a willing amateur, starting a new project can be a little daunting. To help you get prepared, here\u2019s a one-stop shop for all things composite cladding installation. We\u2019ll also cover finishing off the project with some handy tips on edging<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div> Being prepared is important when embarking on a new \u201cinstalling composite cladding\u201d project. There are a few things you need to be aware of before you pick up your saw. Correct handling of the composite cladding, the right tools for the job as well as other important elements. Find out more below:<\/p>\n<\/div> Things you need to know when handling composite cladding boards.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div> Make sure you have the right tools – composite behaves differently to timber.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div> Familiarise yourself with the characteristics of your chosen product.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div> Before fitting composite cladding boards, you need to consider your subframe.\u00a0Cladding<\/a> needs to be well ventilated to ensure it has the airflow to dry properly. To give space for your cladding to breathe, a gap of 35 mm minimum should be maintained between the cladding boards and the wall. In this section, we cover how to install your battens and how to fix our composite joists<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div> How to construct your subframe to fix your cladding securely.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div> The best way to attach composite joists for a cladding subframe.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div> The old saying goes measure twice, cut once. Double-check your measurements before you cut your boards and you\u2019ll be laughing. In this section, we\u2019ll give you the lowdown on how to fix composite cladding boards<\/a>, where to put the edging<\/a>, and any other hints you may require.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
Pre-Installation Information<\/a><\/h2><\/span>
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Product Handling<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Tools For The Job<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Elements To Consider<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
Subframe Installation<\/a><\/h2><\/span>
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Cladding Subframe Overview<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Fixing Cladding Joists<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
Cladding Board & Edging Installation<\/a><\/h2><\/span>
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