James Hardie HardieTrim Batten Board, 2.5 in. x 3/4 in. x 12 ft., Smooth Grain, Primed for Paint
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James Hardie HardieTrim Batten Board, 2.5 in. x 3/4 in. x 12 ft., Smooth Grain, Primed for Paint
HardieTrim Batten is James Hardie's narrow fiber cement trim board, milled 3/4 in. thick and 2.5 in. wide, in 12 ft. lengths, in Smooth Grain (a flat, painted-wood look).
Used for vertical board-and-batten siding accents, panel joint covers, and narrow trim details around windows, doors and reveals.
Primed for Paint only. Contact us to request a ColorPlus quote if you'd like a factory-finished color option.
Features and Common Uses
- Narrow 2.5 in. fiber cement trim board, 3/4 in. thick
- Smooth Grain texture, a flat, painted-wood look
- Noncombustible, resists moisture damage and holds no appeal for pests like woodpeckers or termites
- Primed and ready for field paint in the color of your choice
- Complies with IBC Section 1403 and IRC Section R703 as an alternative to conventional trim
Commonly used for:
- Vertical board-and-batten siding accents
- Panel joint covers
- Narrow window and door casing edges, decorative reveals
Specifications
| Brand | James Hardie |
|---|---|
| Product Line | HardieTrim Batten Boards |
| Texture | Smooth Grain |
| Material | Fiber cement, ASTM C1186 Grade II Type A |
| Thickness | 3/4 in. |
| Width | 2.5 in. |
| Length | 12 ft. |
| Finish | Primed for paint |
| Fire rating | Noncombustible, ASTM E136 |
| Code compliance | IBC Section 1403 / IRC Section R703, alternative to conventional trim |
| Fastening | 16-gauge corrosion-resistant finish nail, 2 in. minimum length |
| Common uses | Board-and-batten accents, panel joint covers, narrow window/door casing edges, decorative reveals |
| Pieces per lift | 437 |
| Warranty | 30-year non-prorated limited, transferable substrate warranty |
Fastening and code details engineered per James Hardie's HardieTrim Boards HZ5 product data sheet. Confirm the exact fastening schedule for your application before install. Source: James Hardie HardieTrim Boards Product Data Sheet (HZ5, PDF).
How to Install
- Fasten with a 16-gauge, minimum 2 in. long, corrosion-resistant finish nail.
- Space fasteners no more than 16 in. o.c.
- Keep fasteners at least 1/2 in. from board edges and 1 in. from board ends.
- Use stainless steel fasteners in coastal regions.
- Prime all field cuts and fastener heads, and caulk joints per James Hardie's paint and caulk requirements to keep the substrate warranty valid.
Source: James Hardie HardieTrim Boards Product Data Sheet (HZ5, PDF).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Batten Trim used for?
Vertical board-and-batten siding accents, and narrow trim applications such as covering panel joints, window and door casing edges, and decorative reveals.
Can I get this in a factory color?
Not on this listing, it ships Primed for Paint only. Contact us to request a ColorPlus quote.
What nails do I need?
A 16-gauge, minimum 2 in. long, corrosion-resistant finish nail, spaced no more than 16 in. o.c., kept at least 1/2 in. from edges and 1 in. from ends. Stainless steel fasteners are required in coastal regions. Source: James Hardie HardieTrim Boards Product Data Sheet (HZ5, PDF).
How many boards come on a lift?
437 pieces per lift from this supplier.