View Full Version : Hardibacker siding seams
kepdawg
Dec 2, 2008, 03:34 PM
Put up hardibacker siding with the "fake stucco" patteren.
I caulked it, looked OK, then sprayed some can texture used for drywall patches
right on the seams and it looked even better.
Still can see the seams from close up, from the street it is OK.
I really want to hide the seams completely if possible and DO NOT want to
put 1x2's strips/ keep it as flush and as hidden as possible.
The reason for removal of the siding was to insulate exterior walls and
give the house a new look, rather than the old wood siding with 1x2's hidding the
old seams it had.
Help Please
ballengerb1
Dec 2, 2008, 08:20 PM
I think you already made a big error by spraying on drywall texture on an exterior surface, it will not stand up. Caulk should have been the and of trying to hide the seams, its never 100% hidden.
kepdawg
Dec 3, 2008, 06:18 PM
I was hoping to hear a better answer from you. I've been following your answers for sometime and have also learned a few things.
I guess this project is done and will see how long the "oops" will last.
ballengerb1
Dec 3, 2008, 09:15 PM
Can you tell me the exact p[roduct you used? Most interior texture materials really can't handle water or temp variations but maybe you'll be lucky with this one.
kepdawg
Dec 4, 2008, 08:22 AM
interior/exterior tex-cote texture
primed (bulls eye 1-2-3- X2 on the seams, and 2x coat paint by behr exterior flat
ballengerb1
Dec 4, 2008, 05:25 PM
Well sir, I may end up eating my words. Its already up so nothing to lose but it seams you made a great choice in texture material. I have to add that to my list of materials to try for a ride.
kepdawg
Dec 4, 2008, 08:37 PM
Picts, see the seams?
ballengerb1
Dec 4, 2008, 08:53 PM
It doesn't look too bad to me but I'm sure its catching your eye when you are up close. If your texture works out for you you can just trowel on another but I'd could live with what you have right now.
kepdawg
Dec 4, 2008, 08:59 PM
I'll be over there doing a tile job tomarrow so, I'll take a few more pictures
ballengerb1
Dec 4, 2008, 09:01 PM
Ceramic floor tile??
kepdawg
Dec 5, 2008, 06:44 AM
Your east coast or an early bird like me.
Ceramic floor tile outside in the front patio area between the front door and garage.