- Why use TrimCraft?Why use TrimCraft?:TrimCraft is engineered to be a durable, dimensionally stable exterior cornice material with no defects such as knots, splits or warpage. TrimCraft is factory primed for fast, easy painting and trim boards are reversible, with one smooth face and one wood grain textured face on every piece to match a wide range of exterior wall coverings.
- What is TrimCraft made from?What is TrimCraft made from?:TrimCraft is manufactured from 100% southern pine fiber combined with certain additives to impart strength and long-term durability.
- What sizes are available?What sizes are available?:TrimCraft trim is available in 2 thicknesses, 7 widths and a 16' length. Soffit is manufactured in 5 widths and a 16' length. Ceiling panels are made in 4' x 8' dimensions. Specific size information is available within the link for each product in the TrimCraft section of this website.
- Can TrimCraft be used for interior trim?Can TrimCraft be used for interior trim?:Yes, TrimCraft trim cuts and finishes easily and is suitable for use as interior trim.
- How is TrimCraft cut?How is TrimCraft cut?:Best results are obtained with a fine-toothed saw. When using a portable power saw, measure on the back side and cut with the desired face side down. With a miter saw or hand saw, cut with the desired face side up.
- How should TrimCraft be fastened?How should TrimCraft be fastened?:TrimCraft should be attached with corrosion-resistant nails or screws. Nails should be long enough to penetrate the solid wood framing behind at least 1-1/2". Screws should penetrate 1" into the framing. Additional installation instructions are provided in the TrimCraft installation instructions.
- Should TrimCraft be painted?Should TrimCraft be painted?:Yes, the factory-applied primer is not a finish coat. An exterior-grade top coat should be applied within 90 days after installation.
- How should TrimCraft be painted?How should TrimCraft be painted?:Use a high-quality exterior acrylic latex paint. Two coats applied over the primer will yield the best long-term performance. Additional finishing details are available in the TrimCraft installation instructions.
- How should scratches, gouges, dents, etc., be repaired?How should scratches, gouges, dents, etc., be repaired?:Field damage can be repaired, especially on the smooth face, with a good grade of wood putty or paintable caulk. Where the factory primer film is broken and the wood fiber substrate is exposed, spot priming with an oil-based exterior is recommended. For best performance, field-cut ends should be primed before final installation.
