How to apply the panels:

1. Cut extra pieces of 1/2'' backerboard into 4 3/4'' x 16'' sections (for corner trim).
   
   
2. Starting at the corner, nail the trim strip's 16'' side, flush with the corner line. Nail the strips from the bottom chalk line (excluding the 3/4'' channel line) to the soffit.
   
   
3. Align a PANEL with the chalk line, placing the end flush against the trim strip.
   
   
4. Nail the first half of the panel with at least six nails.
   
   
5. Pull the second half of the panel (not yet nailed) slightly away from the wall and interlock with the second panel.
   
   
6. Press the panels against the wall, checking the alignment of both panel tops with the chalk line.
   
   
7. Nail the second half of the first panel.
   
   
8. Re-align the second panel with the chalk line and nail the first half.
   
   
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 until reaching end of wall.
   
   
10. Use one of the following three recommended methods for joining the PANELS at the corners:

    Method #1: Cut the panel with a masonry saw, and nail it using recommended interlocking procedure laid out in sets 4 through 7 above.

    Method #2:
    A. Interlock the last panel and nail it up, allowing the panel to protrude past the corner.
    B. Using a razor knife, cut the backing board flush with the second wall.
    C. Bend the panel back toward the second wall. The backerboard will break along the cut. (Trim excess or uneven parts flush.)

    Method #3:
    A. Score the back of the panel with a razor knife at a point flush with the second wall.
    B. Using a claw hammer or similar tool, pry brick from the backerboard along the cut.
    C. Nail the panel completely to the wall, breaking the portion protruding beyond the corner.

11. Place a brick corner against the trimmed panel for flush fit.
    
    
12. Nail a piece of 4 1/2'' wide trim board to the second wall, making sure the lead edge is flush with the face of the backerboard on the first wall. Check the following alignments...

    A. The 4 1/2'' edge is aligned with the top of panel chalk line.

    B. 16 1/2'' edge is flushed with the front edge of the backing material.

13. Repeat instructions 1 through 6 to near the center of the wall.
    
    
14. Return to your original starting point (the front corner), start the bottom panel row, working in the opposite direction to the point where the seam will be located.

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NOTE: Upon completion of the lower course of PANELS and prior to applying the second row, remember... Each panel should be supported on the wall by twelve (12) or more fasteners driven through the panel into the wall behind the panel. The lower course of PANELS is NOT a foundation, nor is it intended to support the next row above it.

STRICT ATTENTION TO GRADE IS NECESSARY FOR EACH PANEL AS IT IS APPLIED.

A moisture barrier is required with above installation.

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