How To Repair Particle Board Siding

Manufacturers make particle board by combining sawdust wood chips and small wood scraps with adhesives and then press the mixture into a flat sheet.

How to repair particle board siding.

Sand and smooth rough edges with a medium grit sanding block. In 1994 pressboard siding gained national. Hold a small length of two by four under the bottom of the new siding plank. Particleboard is an inexpensive alternative to real wood.

In most cases the original layer of building paper or housewrap at the bottom of the wall was enough to prevent water infiltration and damage beneath the siding. Hit the two by four with a hammer in an upwards motion to drive the board up into position. Newtechwood european siding system 4 8 in. Pressboard siding also called synthetic wood siding or hardboard not to be confused with hardieplank siding is mainly comprised of wood fibers flakes or chips that are held together by glues and resins.

The sheathing and framing sometimes need repairs too but that is less common. X 60 1 2 in. Composite norwegian board siding in roman antique 14 piece model uh46 16 at 14 811 71 bundle 811 71 bundle delivery unavailable. If needed replace the sheathing behind the siding using 1 2 plywood covered with builder s felt or housewrap.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. This will flush the plank to the adjoining ones without causing damage to the composite siding. Affix the broken piece if the piece is still attached to the particle board then dry fit it first to determine how well it will sit. Use a vacuum to remove dust dirt and small pieces.

This type of siding was extremely popular from the 1980 s to mid 1990 s as a low cost alternative to other existing house sidings. Remove loose chips or rotted wood from the damaged area with a stiff bristled brush. Remove the deteriorated hardboard siding using a pry bar and chisel being careful not to damage the good siding above it. Then fill the glue injector with the wood glue and apply it where the piece broke off as well as on the piece itself.

Particleboard siding it s one of the many things nobody misses about the 80s. When it gets this bad your options are few you can t find this product any more to make repairs. Repair and restore particleboard. The nails will be hidden beneath the layer of siding above.

It is available in a variety of densities which refers to its strength and durability.