Cutting
Use a fine-toothed hand or power saw. The cutting action should be into the face of TrimCraft, i.e., face up with hand saws or miter saws, face down with table saws or portable circular saws, etc.
TrimCraft Trim Installation
TrimCraft is a non-structural trim product and should not be used where structural strength is required.
TrimCraft may be applied over other materials, including siding and brick. TrimCraft can also be nailed directly to framing or other solid wood structural members a maximum of 24" o.c. Use round or clipped head, T-type or finish nails which are corrosion resistant. Nails should penetrate at least 1-1/2" into framing.
Spiral or ring shank nails are acceptable. When using T-type or finish nails, counter sink and caulk (see Finishing section for details on caulking). DO NOT USE STAPLES.
TrimCraft should be nailed starting from one end and progressing to the other end or beginning at the center and nailing toward either end. Each of these methods prevents built-in stresses in the trim which may cause warping or buckling.
When applying corner, rake or band board trim, nails should be positioned no more than 12" apart. Stagger nails along alternating edges, spacing them no farther than 24" apart along either edge.
Nails should be placed no closer than 3/8" from the edge of the trim. Maintain moderate contact or a slight gap at all joints - never spring or force fit trim into place.
When it is necessary to nail into the edge or end of the trim, for best appearance, take the following steps:
When closing mitered cuts at corners, use small finishing nails which are no longer than 1-1/2". Do not nail closer than 1" to the top or bottom edge of the trim or closer than 3/8" to the mitered joint. Stagger nails on opposite sides of the joint to hold it closed.
On corner board applications, when it is necessary to close the seam between two corner boards, use 4d finish nails. Place nails at least 3/8" from the outside edge and space nails no closer than every 6" along the piece.
TrimCraft Soffit Installation
Engineered wood soffit panels are intended for continuous application over two or more spans. Panel long edges should be perpendicular to the framing members. Nominal 2" x 4" or larger framing members are best suited for soffit installation.
Spans up to 24" o.c. between framing members are acceptable. When TrimCraft soffit panels are applied to 24" o.c. framing, support at least one of the panel edges between the framing by using TrimCraft plowed fascia board, a nailer strip on the fascia or on the wall, or a trim board to support the soffit.
Soffit spans of 16" or less do not require edge support, but use of TrimCraft plowed fascia is recommended for best appearance.
Use 6d corrosion-resistant nails for installing TrimCraft soffit. DO NOT USE STAPLES.
Place nails at least 3/8" from the edges and drive nails perpendicular to the face. Nail heads should be spaced no more than 12" o.c.
Leave a 1/16" to 1/8" gap between panels. Butt joints should fall on framing members or be blocked for support.
TrimCraft Ceiling Panel Installation
Engineered wood ceiling panels are intended for continuous application over two or more spans. Panel long edges should be perpendicular to the framing members. Nominal 2" x 4" or larger framing members are best suited for ceiling panel installation.
Spans up to 24" o.c. between framing members are acceptable. All panel edges must be supported by and fastened to a framing member. Locate nails at least 3/8" in from the panel edges and drive nails perpendicular to the face. Nail heads should be spaced no wider than 6" o.c. at the perimeter and 12" o.c. on intermediate supports. Butt joints should fall on framing members or be blocked for support.
Leave a 1/16" to 1/8" gap between panels. A 1/8" to 3/16" gap should be allowed around all cutouts and where panels meet trim.
Use 6d corrosion-resistant nails for installing TrimCraft ceiling panels. DO NOT USE STAPLES. Nails must penetrate a minimum of 1-1/2" into the framing member.