How Do You Cut Hardiplank Siding?
Hardiplank siding is a type of cement fiberboard that can look like wood, stucco and other types of siding, such as vinyl. This type of siding is tougher than other materials that are used for siding which makes it harder to cut. Cutting hardiplank siding can be done using special tools or by using the score and snap method. You can easily cut hardiplank siding by first obtaining the right tools for the job. Place the piece of hardiplank siding that need to be cut on saw horses. Secure the siding to a piece of wood, such as plywood, upside down with c-clamps. Placing the piece upside down will leave a clean cut on the finished side of the siding. Measure the hardiplank and mark where the siding needs to be cut. You can mark the hardiplank siding with a pencil or a chalk line. Cut the hardiplank siding using a circular saw. You should use either a carbide blade or a diamond tip blade with the saw to cut the siding. Start the saw before you start to cut into the siding. Starting the saw
