Understanding Poly-ash trim and the other categories of the exterior trim market.

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1 Understanding Poly-ash trim and the other categories of the exterior trim market. An Examination Exterior Trim Products What Is Right For Your Next Project? Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Identify the various categories of exterior trim Understand key attributes of each Exterior Trim category Define the Poly-Ash category of exterior trim Identify key applications and installation guidelines for Poly-ash products Discuss the sustainable advantages of Poly-Ash trim products 1

2 Exterior Trim Market Exterior trim market was comprised of two Major segments Wood Various grades, species, types of manufacturing Non-Wood (Synthetic / Man Made) Wood Composite Fiber Cement PVC Wood 63% Approx. $ billion annually Non- Wood 37% Each product category has a unique set of benefits and concerns Wood Trim: Installation Prime end cuts before painting Pre-drill for fasteners Avoid ground contact Work around cupping and warping Longevity Dependent upon installation & maintenance including: Inspection Painting Caulking Repairing 2

3 Wood Trim: Common Issues: Paint Failure Rotting Moisture related issues Warping, twisting, & splitting Wood Trim: Sustainability Responsible harvesting from new growth Typically yield short useful life if not well maintained Finger jointed boards create less waste and better yields Chain of Custody practices help ensure sustainable products 3

4 Wood Trim: Pros Low cost on most species Readily available Industry standard Easy to work with Cons Tough to ensure proper installation: Priming ends Proper flashing to avoid water tabling Susceptible to rot & other moisture related issues Limited Applications Requires constant maintenance Work around cupping, splitting, and warping Building Trends: Architects, builders, and homeowners are shifting to lower maintenance woodreplacement products such as: Composite Decking Fiber Cement Siding Vinyl and Claded Windows Fiberglass Doors This trend is no different with Exterior Trim, but what is the right product for your next project? 4

5 Non-Wood Trim Market Wood 63% Non- Wood 37% Approx. $ billion annually Approx. $650 million annually Composite/ Engineered Wood: Installation Similar to wood Limited applications Avoid ground and roof contact Avoid sprinkler heads Use caution with fastening details Typically requires priming or sealing ends and field cuts Mitering and routing are not typically recommended 5

6 Composite/ Engineered Wood: Longevity Depends on the application & installation methods Priming joints Avoid moisture prone areas Avoid ground & roof contact Wood based products will cycle moisture Semi-annual inspections and maintenance typically required Sustainability No old growth wood used Wood used generally comes from within short distance of manufacturing facility Some manufactures use friendlier chemicals in their processes Composite/ Engineered Wood: Pros No new wood harvested Somewhat lower maintenance than wood Resists cupping, and warping With proper maintenance will maintain appearance Cons Provides false sense of security Cycles moisture Restrictions with regards to workability Restricted applications Typically require semi-annual inspection & maintenance as needed Issues with proper fastening Warranty s are easily voided 6

7 Fiber Cement: Installation Heavy & Brittle Shorter lengths More piece to install More seam to hide Difficult to cut and fasten Priming/Sealing of end cuts are required Rough appearance Some require nontraditional fastening Dust concerns Limited applications Fiber Cement: Longevity Warranties are typically less than siding products Absorbs and cycles high levels of moisture Dependent on application & installation If kept dry and painted, typically has a long life 7

8 Fiber Cement: Sustainability Use of recycled materials in manufacturing process Long useful life if installed and maintained properly Fiber Cement: Pros Very durable when properly installed and maintained Impervious to termites Resists warping and movement May ship pre-finished Fire-retardant Cons Difficult to work with Need special tools to cut Heavier than other trim products Will absorb high levels of moisture Must take special respiratory precautions when cutting Not suitable for ground & roof contact 8

9 Cellular PVC: Installation Often has a high level of workability Cuts & routes with ease Vast applications Must take measures to control unwanted movement Proper fastening Glue joints Special paints for darker colors Cellular PVC: Longevity If installed properly, will look good for a long time Resists rotting, termites, and moisture related issues Virtually no moisture cycling Sustainability May contain minimal amounts of recycled content No de-forestation Long useful life Scrap is recyclable 9

10 Cellular PVC: Pros Easy to work with Long useful life Can be heated and bent for radius applications Suitable for ground contact Can be used in a wide variety of applications Vast variety of sizes and shapes available Cons Will expand and contract based on temperature change Special installation precautions needed to limit movement Special paints needed for dark colors (LRV<55) Highest priced category of exterior trim PVC not typically view as Green A Closer Look A further examination will reveal the three major categories of non-wood exterior trim include: Composite/Engineered Wood Fiber Cement Cellular PVC 10

11 A Closer Look: Until recently the choices for non-wood trim left a void in the market for a product that is: Easy to install Truly low maintenance Competitively priced Sustainable Introducing Poly-ash Trim: What is Poly-ash? A blend of polymers and fly-ash recovered from coal combustion in power-plants. Why Poly-ash? High levels of recycled content Easy to install with standard tools No wood fillers Virtually no moisture absorption Ideal for exterior applications and moisture prone areas 11

12 Poly-ash Trim Installation Often has a higher workability; better than wood trim Suitable for ground, masonry and roofline contact Is easy to handle, with a weight similar to that of wood trim Maintains a high level of dimensional stability during periods of moisture & temperature change No need for adhesives Must be painted Poly-ash Trim: Longevity Resists rot & other moisture related issues Termite resistant Cycles virtually no moisture Will last for years to come with minimal maintenance 12

13 Poly-ash Trim: Sustainability Largely comprised of ash* which is a by-product of coal combustion Typically Poly-ash products consist of high levels of recycled content No de-forestation *Use of coal combustion products in building construction materials is endorced by the USGBC Poly-ash Trim: Pros Easy to work with, similar to wood or PVC Virtually no moisture absorption or cycling High levels of recycled content Dimensionally stable No need to prime/seal ends or field cuts Can routed & milled Can be painted any color Approved for ground contact Cons Unlike PVC, Poly-ash product cannot be heated and bent to form radius applications Required paint, but because of the low moisture cycling paint will last longer than on wood 13

14 Poly-ash Trim: Applications* Corners Soffits Fascia Batten strips Frieze boards Rake boards Garage door casings Window surrounds Door trim Other exterior trim applications *Not for structural applications Installation Highlights: Storage & Handling Store on a flat level surface Boards can break Expansion & Contraction No special precautions or adhesives are required to limited movement Applications Not intended for structural applications Tools Recommend carbide tipped tools Fasteners Use quality exterior grade fasteners Fasten every 24 or less and within 2 of each end Pneumatic nail-guns are OK Nail Holes Traditional caulks, auto body fillers, exterior wood fillers all work well Painting Comes pre-primed, requires paint Virtually no moisture cycling so paint will last longer Exterior Grade latex paint Unlike PVC, any color is acceptable Paint a clean & dry surface Not need to prime or seal field cuts 14

15 Bibliography AZEK Trimboards Literature James Hardie Literature CertainTeed Literature MiraTec Literature Boral TruExterior Trim Literature Like no other. 15

16 Boral USA Boral Bricks #1 brand of clay brick Boral Roofing Largest anufacturer of clay and concrete roof tiles Cultured Stone by Boral #1 brand of manufactured stone veneer Boral Versetta Stone A leading brand of mortarless stone veneer Boral Material Technologies A leading marketer of fly-ash Boral TruExterior Siding and Trim Pioneer of the innovative poly-ash category of exterior products Customer trials confirm that the product truly addresses a market need. 16

17 Engineered to Perform: Years of development and rigorous internal and 3 rd party testing Comprised of over 70% recycled materials Blend of proprietary ingredients & patented technology 33 Like wood, Boral TruExterior Trim is easy to handle (similar weight) can be painted any color with exterior grade latex paint is reversible with both an authentic wood grain side and a smooth side is easy to cut, route, drill and mill can be installed using woodworking tools and methods Unlike wood, Boral TruExterior Trim has exceptional durability is resistant to rotting, cracking, splitting and is virtually free from termites offers excellent workability 34 17

18 Unlike many other exterior products (such as wood composites, fiber cement and vinyl/pvc), Boral TruExterior Trim maintains a high level of dimensional stability during periods of moisture and temperature change is suitable for ground contact does not require end-sealing, special adhesives or other cumbersome and costly installation techniques can be painted any color 35 Exceptional Performance Results in Exceptional Recognition: 36 18

19 Sustainability 1 st and only exterior trim product to be awarded a Cradle to Cradle certification Highest recycled content amongst all exterior trim products with an SCS Certified minimum 70% recycled content Boral is a founding member of the Climate Registry and a member of the USGBC Available Profiles 19

20 Boral TruExterior Siding Poly Ash Siding with Architectural appeal Applications*: Corners Soffits Fascia Batten strips Frieze boards Rake boards Garage door casings Window surrounds Door trim Other exterior trim applications *Not for structural applications 20

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22 Installation Highlights: Storage & Handling Store on a flat level surface Boards can break Applications Not intended for structural applications Tools Recommend carbide tipped tools Fasteners Use quality exterior grade fasteners Fasten every 24 or less and within 2 of each end Pneumatic nailguns are OK Expansion & Contraction No special precautions or adhesives are required to limited movement Nail Holes Traditional caulks, auto body fillers, exterior wood fillers all work well Painting Comes pre-primed, requires paint Virtually no moisture cycling so paint will last longer Exterior Grade latex paint Unlike PVC, any color is acceptable Paint a clean & dry surface Not need to prime or seal field cuts 22

23 State of the Art Manufacturing Facility Opened in July 2011 Located in Salisbury, NC LEED Certified Facility Contact Info: Tim Dyer Territory Sales Manager

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