Q: What is DuraBoard® made of?
A: DuraBoard™ is made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), just like any other plastic
product.
Q: How is DuraBoard® made?
A: DuraBoard™ is extruded. The process produces a high-grade exterior product
that can be
used as a replacement for wood.
Q:
Do I have to Paint It?
A: Yes. DuraBoard® is made ready for paint. In order for the product to produce
long lasting
results, two coats are recommended.
Q: Will the color change?
A: No. Not if you paint the product according to Manufacturers specifications.
Q: How do I paint DuraBoard®?
A: First, clean by wiping the surface with a cloth dampened in denatured alcohol.
Wait for the
surface to dry and apply the topcoat. Unlike wood, no “back
priming” is needed. Topcoat
with one or two coats of high quality acrylic latex, acrylic,
or urethane acrylic exterior paint.
Follow all manufacturer’s instructions.
Q: What colors can I paint it?
A: Any color you like. The manufacturers recommend lighter colors due to the
heat absorption of
plastic. Paints with a Light Reflective Value (LRV) higher than
60 are recommended. Bright
White is ‘100’, while Flat Black is ‘0’.
Q: How does DuraBoard® cut?
A: Much easier than wood with cleaner edges. No more grain tear-out. Crosscut
with
combination blade and rip saw. Carbide tools are recommended.
Q: How about drilling and sanding?
A: The same as wood.
Q: How does it nail?
A: DuraBoard® is more forgiving than wood. In temperatures of 35º F and above,
it nails easier
with less splitting and denting than wood, even when you nail
close to corners, ends, and
edges.
Q: What about nailing in very, very cold weather?
A: DuraBoard® will get a little brittle in sub-freezing temperatures. Pre-drilling
is a good idea to avoid
most cold weather problems. Larger nails are recommended for
better fastening strength.
Q: What kind of nails or fasteners should I use?
A: Use rustproof wire spiral (or screw shank) nails and fasteners. Power or
hand nailing and
countersinking capped with exterior caulk is recommended. DO
NOT use annular or ring nails.
Q: Can I use caulking?
A: Yes. Sherwin-Williams® 1100A Siliconized Acrylic Latex Sealant is recommended.
Q:
What about glue?
A: Any glue identified with PVC plastics are good for most applications. PVC
pipe cement can
actually make a welded joint.
