The Complete Cladding Solution

Fitting

Instructions

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Contents

Introduction: The Complete Cladding Solution 3

Shiplap and Open V Cladding 4

Woodgrain Shiplap and Open V Cladding 5

Fortex Embossed Cladding: Double Shiplap 6

Weatherboard 7

X-Wood Cladding 8

Fitting Accessories 9-10

Installation instructions 11-17

Maintenance 17

Technical Data 18

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The Complete Cladding Solution

Freefoam manufacture a range of long lasting, lowmaintenance cladding systems. Designed for highperformance with high specification standards,Freefoam PVC-UE cladding is produced with ourenvironmentally friendly lead free formulation, andguaranteed to stand the test of time.

Easy to install

All Freefoam cladding products are easy to fit. Boththe standard PVC-U and Aluminium range of fittingtrims ensure every installation is straightforward,designed to create a neat and professional finish.

Very low maintenance

PVC-UE is a very stable material. Cladding productsmade from PVC-UE do not require repainting orregular maintenance. A simple wipe-down with adamp cloth is all that’s required to keep Freefoamcladding products looking their best. This offers amajor long-term advantage over wood claddingsaving time and money.

Cut heating costs with exterior cladding

With heating costs always a concern, fitting  exteriorwall cladding can provide the ideal solution to insulateyour home. When installed with generic insulationmaterials, The Building Research Establishment’s(BRE) ‘Green Guide to Specification’ has given PVCcladding an A+ rating.

Versatile

Freefoam cladding can be used on all types ofexteriors including brick, masonry and concrete.Suitable for a wide variety of projects and situations,offering an attractive facade for both traditional andcontemporary projects.

• New Build projects, both domestic and commercial

• Feature wall on a home extension.

• Replace timber cladding with long lasting PVC-U

• Replace hanging tiles with cladding. 

• Replace tired and cracked render with new PVCcladding.

• Garden room or home office.

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Shiplap and Open V Cladding

As the name suggests, shiplap cladding earned itsname from the way ships were built in the past.

• Shiplap and Open V cladding have a rebate at thebottom of the plank and a scalloped profile at thetop.

• Shiplap and Open V cladding can be fittedhorizontally or vertically

• Available in smooth gloss white finish

• Ideal for dormer roof extension and gable end.

Guaranteed to stay whiteProlonged exposure to Ultra Violet (UV) light from thesun can damage our skin – and it has the same effecton PVC causing it to degrade over time.  Freefoamwhite cladding is manufactured using a naturalmineral called titanium dioxide – the same product isused in sun cream! It guarantees white claddingproducts to stay bright white for up to 10  years.

FC151 Shiplap FV100 Open VeeProfile of fittedboards (FC151)

Profile of fittedboards (FV100)

Colour Range

WhiteNearest RAL 9003

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Woodgrain finish cladding is suitable for both newinstallations and refurbishment, including feature wallsand dormer extensions. Match to PVC woodgrainfascia, windows and doors.

• Available in two widths, 151mm and 100mm• Wide colour range

Manufactured to lastFreefoam work with world leading woodgrain filmmanufacturers for all woodgrain cladding to providea durable fade resistant product.

The film features technologies in the base film toprevent the build up of heat, reducing the surfacetemperature. The upper transparent layer helpsprevent fading and improves weather resistance.

This technology allows Freefoam to offer a ten yearguarantee on all woodgrain cladding products.

FC151 Shiplap FV100 Open Vee

Detail of Woodgrain finish(Light Oak finish pictured)

Anthracite GreyNearest RAL 7016

Black AshNearest RAL 8515

Mahogany

Light Oak Rosewood

Woodgrain Shiplap and Open Vee Cladding Range

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Colour Code FC151 FV100

Anthracite Grey WGAG l

Black Ash WGB l l

Mahogany WGM l l

Light Oak WGO l l

Rosewood WGR l l

Woodgrain Shiplap and Open V Cladding

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Fortex Embossed Cladding

Fortex® is a range of innovative exterior PVC claddingproducts that features an authentic embossed woodeffect finish.

Two profiles:

• Double Shiplap

• Weatherboard

Superior Durability

The Fortex® cladding range is manufactured as along-term decorative cladding solution, designed towithstand weather and external conditions.

Guaranteed for up to 10 years*, backed by Freefoam’senvironmentally friendly lead-free formulation.

FCD333E Double Shiplap FCD300E Double Shiplap Profile offitted boards

Fortex Double Shiplap

White Nearest RAL 9003

Pale GoldNearest RAL 1013

Sand

Misty GreyNearest RAL 7038

Storm GreyNearest RAL 7045

Colonial BlueNearest RAL 7000

Cappuccino Argyl Brown Slate GreyNearest RAL 7015

Sage Green

Fortex Embossed PVC-U Cladding Range

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* 5 year guarantee applies to dark colours,Cappuccino, Argyl Brown, Storm Grey, SlateGrey, Colonial Blue and Sage Green

Double ShiplapOne board with a Shiplap design, covers large areas quickly.Avaiable in two sizes.

Colour Code FCD333E FCD300E

White l l

Pale Gold PG l l

Sand SAND l l

Misty Grey MG l

Storm Grey SG l

Colonial Blue CLB l

Cappuccino CAP l

Argyl Brown AB l

Slate Grey SLG l

Sage Green SAGN l

Weatherboard

Weatherboard cladding, sometimes known asfeatheredge cladding, features a tapered board.Designed to be laid with an overlap to create a‘New England’ look.

FCF170E Weatherboard

White Nearest RAL 9003

Pale GoldNearest RAL 1013

Sand

Misty GreyNearest RAL 7038

Storm GreyNearest RAL 7045

Colonial BlueNearest RAL 7000

Pale Blue Argyl Brown

Sage Green

Slate GreyNearest RAL 7015

Weatherboard Range

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Colour Code FCF170E

White l

Pale Gold PG l

Sand SAND l

Misty Grey MG l

Storm Grey SG l

Colonial Blue CLB l

Cappuccino CAP l

Argyl Brown AB l

Slate Grey SLG l

Sage Green SAGN l

Profile offitted boards

Fortex Weatherboard

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X-Wood CladdingA highly durable composite cladding system thatprovides a contemporary attractive exterior façade.Perfect for any new build project or propertyrenovation, X-Wood cladding is guaranteed to providea weatherproof exterior for 10 years.

• 16mm thick board

• Smooth woodgrain finish featuring industry leadingRenolit film

• Aluminium fitting trims

• Heavy duty plastic foam core

• A durable solid plastic skin

• A superior coating from market leading Renolitcolour film manufacturer featuring a woodgraineffect finish

• X-Wood is guaranteed for 10 years and offers anattractive contemporary look

FCV143 X-Wood Cladding

X-Wood Cladding Range

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1 Heavy Duty Core2 Durable Solid Plastic Skin3 Renolit® Colour Film

Colour Code FVC143

Cream White WGCR l

Wine Red WGWR l

Greyed Cedar WGGC l

Anthracite WGAG l

White WGW l

Oak WGO l

Detail of X-Wood finish(Anthracite Grey finish pictured)

Cream White Nearest RAL 9001

Wine RedNearest RAL 3005

Greyed Cedar AnthraciteNearest RAL 7016

WhiteNearest RAL 9016

Oak

Fitting AccessoriesShiplap, Open V, Double Shiplap and Weatherboard PVC

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FC3013/FC301E3 FC3023/FC302E3 FC3043/FC304E3 FC3153/FC315E3 FC3123 FC311E3

FC307E3 FCF2123 FC318E3 FC319E3 FC210

FV209 FCD209E ACSS250

FC210 150mm Shiplap Cladding Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l l l l

FV209 100mm Open V Cladding Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l l l

FC3013 2 Part Edge Trim 3m 5 l l l l l

FC3023 Universal Edge Trim 3m 5 l l l l l

FC3043 2 Part External Corner Trim 3m 5 l l l l l

FC3153 2 part H trim 3m 5 l l l l l

FC3123 25mm Multi Vent Starter Trim 3m 5 l

FC311E3 25mm 2 part Multi Vent Starter/Cover Trim 3m 5 l

FC206 Drip Trim 5m 5 l

FCF2123 Starter Trim 3m 5 l

FC319E3 2 Part Reveal Liner 3m 1 l

FC318E3 H' Edge/Extension Trim 3m 5 l

ACSS250 Cladding Screws 30mm 250

Code Description

Unit

Per pack

White

Mahogany (WGM)

Light Oak(W

GO)

Black Ash (WGB)

Rosewood (WGR)

Anthracite Grey (WGAG)

Shiplap & Open Vee

FCD210E FCF209E

FC206

FCA3123 ACSS250

X-Wood Aluminium and PVC Fitting Accessories:2 part trim with PVC base and aluminium cover

FCA3013 FCA3023 FCA3043 FCA3153 FCA3163

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Code Description

Unit

Per pack

White

Anthracite Grey

Sand (SAND)

Pale Gold (PG)

Pale Blue(PB)

Cappuccino (CAP)

Argyl Brown (AB)

Misty Grey (MG)

Storm

Grey (SG)

Slate Grey (SLG)

Colonial Blue (CBL)

Sage Green (SAGN)

Double Shiplap & Weatherboard

FCD209E 300mm Double Shiplap Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l

FCD210E 333mm Double Shiplap Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l l l l l l l

FCF209E 170mm Weatherboard Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l l l l l l l

FC301E3* 2 Part Edge Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC302E3* Universal Edge Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC304E3* 2 Part External Corner Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC315E3* 2 Part 'H' Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC3123* 25mm Multi Vent Starter Trim 3m 5 l

FC311E3 25mm 2 part Multi Vent Starter/Cover Trim 3m 1 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC206 Drip Trim 5m 5 l

FCF2123* Starter Trim 3m 5 l

FC319E3 2 Part Reveal Liner 3m 1 l l l l l l l l l l l

FC318E3 H' Edge/Extension Trim 3m 1 l l l l l l l l l l

ACSS250 Cladding Screws 30mm 250

Code Description

Unit

Per pack

Aluminium

Anthracite Grey

White (W

GW)

Cream (WGCR)

Oak (WGO)

Greyed Cedar (W

GGC)

Wine Red(W

GWR)

Anthracite Grey (WGAG)

X-Wood

FC3123 PVC

FCV209 X-Wood (Woodgrain) Butt Joint Piece 10 l l l l l l

FCA3013 2 Part 'U' Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l

FCA3023 J' Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l

FCA3043 2 Part External Corner Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l

FCA3153 2 Part 'H' Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l

FC3123 PVC 25mm Multi Vent Starter Trim 3m 5 l l

FCA3123 Aluminium Starter Trim 3m 5 l

FCA3163 Cover Trim for Vented Starter Trim 3m 5 l l l l l l

ACSS250 Cladding Screws 30mm 250

* Can be bought in single pack quantities.

Cladding Installation

Installation Checklist

Batten Size Guide  : Shiplap, Open Vee, Double Shiplap and Weatherboard Cladding

To be checked

Correct screws used

Screws do not puncture the cladding

Sufficient expansion gaps allowed

Correct batten size used

Battens fixed at correct centres – see tables below

Cladding screw fixed at every batten

Ventilation profile installed at top and bottom

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WhitePale

GoldSand

Colonial

Blue

Argyl

Brown

Storm

Grey

Slate

Grey

Misty

Grey

Pale

Blue

Sage

GreenCappuccino

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm

Colour

Batten

Size

Batten

Centre

Batten Size Guide  : X-Wood Cladding

Important Information

VENTILATION

Continuous ventilation from the bottom to the top of the installation is critical to the performance of the cladding.A minimum of 27mm ventilation space should be allowed between the cladding and the breather membrane,insulation or wall.

White CreamGreyed

CedarOak

Wine

Red

Anthracite

Grey

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

25mm x

50mm

37mm x

40mm

37mm x

40mm

37mm x

40mm

400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm 400mm

Colour

Batten

Size

Batten

Centre

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Green - Air Inlet • Blue - Air OutletIt is essential that continuous ventilation is maintained between thevertical battens from top to bottom and adequate expansion is

allowed for at the ends of the boards.

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Installation instructionsIf no insulation is being fitted, continue to Figure 3

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See page 17 for full instructions.

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VERTICAL CLADDING

All Freefoam cladding profiles can be fittedvertically. See freefoam.com/downloadsfor instructions.

DORMER WINDOWS

Cladding is ideal for a dormer elevation. For fullfitting instructions See freefoam.com/downloads

GABLE END

Install ventilated trim and cover trim to gableangle.

Use Ventilated Trim (FC311E3) for edge of gable.

Ensure that all installations comply with localBuilding Regulations and general good buildingpractice. Consult you local Planning Departmentfor guidance.

MAINTENANCE

Regular Inspection

Under normal conditions Freefoam claddingrequires minimal maintenance. Environmentalimpacts may effect the visual appearance of thefaçade. An annual inspection of the ventialtion gaps,joints and fixings is recommended. Detection andrepair of possible damage ensures longer life forour cladding.

Cleaning

Clean Freefoam cladding with cold or lukewarmwater. If necessary add mild household cleaningdetergent that does not contain solvents. You canalso use High Pressure washer (on half power) toclean cladding. Do not use solvents or aggressivecleaning products. Start at the top. At least once ayear is recommended.

Impact from Nature

Coastal locations are subject to more extremeconditions due to salt laden moist air and wind-blown sand. We recommend more regularinspections in such locations. Pay particularattention to corners of cladding, around windowsand doors particularly those facing the prevailingwind.

STORAGE

• Prior to installation cladding should be stored outof direct sunlight.

• Check the cladding surface for damage prior toinstallation.

• Complaints of surface defects will not be acceptedafter installation is complete.

CLADDING CALCULATOR

Use the handy online tool to help you estimate thenumber of boards and pack quantities for a project.Eliminate wastage to save money.

Go to www.freefoam.com

EASY TO ORDERFreefoam Cladding is available nationwide.

To find your local supplier go to www.freefoam.com

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INSTALLATION NOTES

Fixing

Only use corrosion resistant screws for fixingcladding planks and accessories. Cladding shouldonly be installed at temperatures within the rangeof 5° - 25°C.

Expansion

The recommended minimum expansion gaps at theends and between cladding planks (See Diagram11,12,13 & 14) should be strictly adhered to. Aminimum of 27mm

Breaks

Where a cladding panel exceeds 6m in height, ahorizontal break should be provided by use of adrip trim to facilitate ventilation openings. Seefigure 17a. For installations greater than 10m long avertical break will be required. Vertical breaksmitigate any cumulative expansion. Horizontalbreaks aid cooling of cavity and in some cases arerequired as cavity breaks for preventing spread offlame between storeys, such as in cases wherethere are different occupancies.

Finishing

Where required fit a cover strip or drip trim toprevent rain from entering the cavity at the top ofthe installation.

The guidance for provision of expansion andventilation provided in this document applies in allcases including windows, doors, gables ends,dormers etc.

150mm

174mm

17mm

FC151

Dimensions (mm)

Technical DataFreefoam cladding products are produced from cellular PVC. A co-extrusion process enables them to be coveredwith a layer of PVC resistant to UV rays and discolouration. An additional embossing process gives the Fortex andX-Wood products their textured effect.

AccreditationFreefoam Fortex Cladding is accredited by the CSTB.

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FV100

17mm

300mm330mm

FCD300E

17mm

333mm369mm

FCD333E FCF170E

16mm

143mm

178mm

FCV143

174

150

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100

120

330

300

369

333

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178

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Length Pack Material Coverage Per Density Expansion Weight Fire

Quantity Board Length Coefficient per board Rating

Shiplap 5m 5 Cellular PVC & UV 0.75m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 2.75kg D-s3,d2/AVM FC151 Resistant co-extruded skin

Shiplap FC151 5m 5 Cellular PVC & UV Resistant 0.75m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 2.75kg E+ Woodgrain Foil High Performance Film

Open V 5m 5 Cellular PVC & UV 0.5m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 1.95kg D-s3,d2/AVMFV100 Resistant co-extruded skin

Open V FV100 5m 5 Cellular PVC & UV Resistant 0.5m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 1.95kg E+ Woodgrain Foil High Performance Film

Double Shiplap 5m 2 Cellular PVC & UV 1.5m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 6kg D-s3,d2/AVM300mm Resistant co-extrudedFCD300E skin

Double Shiplap 5m 2 Cellular PVC & UV 1.65m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 7.85kg D-s3,d2/AVM333mm Resistant co-extruded FCD333E skin

Weatherboard 5m 6 Cellular PVC & UV 0.85m2 510kg/m3 5 x 10 / °C 3.15kg D-s3,d2/AVMFCF170E Resistant co-extruded

skin

X-Wood FCV143 5m 5 Cellular PVC & UV Resistant 0.71m2 500kg/m1 40 x 10-6/°C 6.25kg D-s3,d2+ Woodgrain Foil High Performance Film (DIN53377)

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