Skirting
Posted: Thu Jun 29, 2017 8:57 am
Almost time to redo my skirting.
I did it 14 years ago on the cheap with 3/4" exterior plywood that I got free, and I must say it has held up pretty well. I braced the bottom with stringers coming diagonally off the wings of the frame. I am thinking of using 1/2" concrete board for the new skirting. I did a section 3 years ago on the end of the home and it seems to be holding up well. Has anyone else used this? How is it working?
https://www.rona.ca/en/durock-cement-board-05285030
From Durock install instructions that fit this exterior install…..
• Adaptable for fences, mobile home skirting, agricultural buildings, garage wainscoting and various exterior synthetic
stucco systems
Exterior Applications In exterior applications, USG Durock® cement board should not be left uncovered for a period
of time exceeding 90 days. Discoloration or staining may occur due to exposure to the elements which will not affect
performance of the panel. Finishes, leveling/skim coats and basecoats shall not be applied to a USG Durock® cement
board panel that is wet or frozen or that contains frost. After application, and for at least 24 hours, finishes, leveling/
skim coats and basecoats shall be effectively protected from rain and excessive moisture.
In cold weather and during finish applications, USG Durock® cement board panel, skim or basecoat, mortar, finish
material and air temperature must be at least 40°F, and must remain at this temperature or higher for at least 24 hours
after application. Hot and dry weather may affect working time of leveling/skim or basecoat and finish materials. Under
rapid drying conditions, dampening or light fogging of board, leveling/skim or basecoat surface may be required to
improve workability.
3.7 Exterior Applications
A Follow the exterior finish manufacturer’s recommendations for finishes applied to USG Durock® cement board.
B It is recommended that a weather-resistive barrier and flashing be installed behind USG Durock® cement board in direct applied
finish applications to provide a means for draining any intruding moisture safely from the exterior of the building.
C Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation, design professional or contract documents for proper sealants and
flashings at openings such as windows and doors.
Brittle coatings, such as epoxy coatings, are not recommended for use with USG Durock® cement board.
USG Durock® cement board is intended for use with tile, thin brick and exterior stucco coatings only.
I did it 14 years ago on the cheap with 3/4" exterior plywood that I got free, and I must say it has held up pretty well. I braced the bottom with stringers coming diagonally off the wings of the frame. I am thinking of using 1/2" concrete board for the new skirting. I did a section 3 years ago on the end of the home and it seems to be holding up well. Has anyone else used this? How is it working?
https://www.rona.ca/en/durock-cement-board-05285030
From Durock install instructions that fit this exterior install…..
• Adaptable for fences, mobile home skirting, agricultural buildings, garage wainscoting and various exterior synthetic
stucco systems
Exterior Applications In exterior applications, USG Durock® cement board should not be left uncovered for a period
of time exceeding 90 days. Discoloration or staining may occur due to exposure to the elements which will not affect
performance of the panel. Finishes, leveling/skim coats and basecoats shall not be applied to a USG Durock® cement
board panel that is wet or frozen or that contains frost. After application, and for at least 24 hours, finishes, leveling/
skim coats and basecoats shall be effectively protected from rain and excessive moisture.
In cold weather and during finish applications, USG Durock® cement board panel, skim or basecoat, mortar, finish
material and air temperature must be at least 40°F, and must remain at this temperature or higher for at least 24 hours
after application. Hot and dry weather may affect working time of leveling/skim or basecoat and finish materials. Under
rapid drying conditions, dampening or light fogging of board, leveling/skim or basecoat surface may be required to
improve workability.
3.7 Exterior Applications
A Follow the exterior finish manufacturer’s recommendations for finishes applied to USG Durock® cement board.
B It is recommended that a weather-resistive barrier and flashing be installed behind USG Durock® cement board in direct applied
finish applications to provide a means for draining any intruding moisture safely from the exterior of the building.
C Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation, design professional or contract documents for proper sealants and
flashings at openings such as windows and doors.
Brittle coatings, such as epoxy coatings, are not recommended for use with USG Durock® cement board.
USG Durock® cement board is intended for use with tile, thin brick and exterior stucco coatings only.