Cedar Shingles Installation & Storage
Special PreStained Product Installation and Storage Instructions
- Before you begin, consult your local building code for installation requirements.
- If the product is not to your satisfaction DO NOT INSTALL IT, we cannot be responsible for defects once the product is installed.
- Store materials flat and well supported under dry cover in a well ventilated area that is unheated.
- Put a vapor barrier under materials and raise off ground – especially important when storing on concrete.
- Store shingles on their pallet to keep them off the ground or cement.
- Any slip sheeting must be replaced when restocking to avoid sticking and damage to the materials.
- Always cover the uninstalled material after a day’s work.
- Install materials as soon as possible.
- Inspect materials and cut out any unacceptable defects prior to installation.
- All raw wood resulting from cuts must be sealed prior to installation (apply to raw areas only) touch-up anywhere on the face of the product may result in spotting – we are not responsible for improper touch-up.
- When applying finish to nail heads use a Q-Tip or an extremely small brush as we are not responsible for spotting due to improper nail head touch up.
- Always use corrosion-resistant; hot-dipped galvanized, aluminum or stainless steel maze nails.
- In addition, install materials according to the appropriate installation instructions below.
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