Create a Weather Resistant Barrier
HOUSEWRAP* is designed to prevent exterior water intrusion into a wall assembly, while still allowing water vapor to pass to the exterior.
Prevent Water Accumulation
RAINSCREEN CONSTRUCTION* creates an air space between the housewrap and the back of siding & trim, and is recommended to provide drainage for water that has entered behind the siding and trim.
RAINSCREEN CONSTRUCTION* Ensure housewrap, rainscreen and all 3rd party materials are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local building code specifications.
STORAGE: Before installation, protect WindsorONE Trim Boards from exposure to direct sunlight, water saturation, & dirt. Do not allow it to come in contact with ground. (See storage step for more instructions.)
AVOID MARRING/SCUFFING: During cutting & handling, avoid marring & scuffing WindsorONE Trim Boards.
NEVER ABOVE 18% MOISTURE: Before installation, ensure that the WindsorONE Trim Boards are dry. Do not install Trim that has a moisture content above 18%. (Note for the Interior, make sure you properly acclimate WindsorONE before interior installation and do not install when moisture content is over 8%. See moisture content step for more information)
PRIME ALL CUTS: After cutting, re-coat all exposed surfaces with 2 coats of high quality exterior paint to 3 mils of dry finish. (See priming step for details.)
WINDOW/DOORS INSTALLED CORRECTLY: Ensure window and doors are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local building code specifications, before trimming with WindsorONE Trim Boards.
NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOAM: Ensure that WindsorONE Trim Boards are not installed directly over rigid foam insulation. Use furring strips to create an air space between the rigid foam and Trim Boards.
FLASHING: Ensure flashing is installed at all windows, doors, band boards, fascia, skirts, posts, and other areas where water must be directed away from the building. (See flashing step for more info.)