{"product_id":"james-hardie-smooth-square-edge-fiber-cement-plank-hz5-primed-5-16-in-x-12-in-x-12-ft","title":"James Hardie Smooth Square Edge Fiber Cement Plank, HZ5 Primed, 5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft","description":"\u003ch1\u003eJames Hardie Smooth Square Edge Fiber Cement Plank, HZ5 Primed, 5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Hardie Smooth Square Edge Plank is a fiber cement siding plank in the HZ5 primed finish, measuring 5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft. One plank (PC) is the sell unit. It is part of the best-selling fiber cement line from the #1 brand of fiber cement siding in North America.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber cement build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from fiber cement, the durable siding material James Hardie is known for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth square edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth texture with square edge profile for a clean, painted-board appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHZ5 primed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied primed for HZ5 climate zones, ready for finish painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong 12 ft length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 ft plank length means fewer seams and laps on the wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest-selling line:\u003c\/strong\u003e From James Hardie's best-selling product line of fiber cement siding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile styling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in stunning finishes to suit every style, per the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJames Hardie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 plank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth Square Edge Plank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHZ5 Primed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber cement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, square edge, primed (HZ5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLap siding \/ fiber cement siding plank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCoverage \u0026amp; How Much You Need:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne 12 ft plank covers 12 linear ft of wall at 12 in. board width; actual exposed coverage depends on the lap or reveal you choose at installation. Calculate wall area in square feet and divide by the exposed board width to determine plank count.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for James Hardie fiber cement siding installations in HZ5 climate zones; use with Hardie trim, flashing and fastening systems. Trim and finishing paint are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is included in the sell unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One plank (PC) of James Hardie Smooth Square Edge Plank, 5\/16 in. x 12 in. x 12 ft, HZ5 Primed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the plank dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each plank is 5\/16 in. thick, 12 in. wide and 12 ft long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does HZ5 Primed mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plank is primed and specified for HZ5 climate zones; it is ready for on-site finish painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What material is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is fiber cement siding from James Hardie, the #1 brand of fiber cement siding in North America per the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I figure how many planks I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure your wall area, choose your lap\/reveal, and divide total square footage by the exposed width per plank, adding waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come painted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This version is primed only; a finish topcoat must be applied after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe smooth square edge profile suits clients wanting a crisp, painted-lap look, and the 12 ft length reduces butt joints on long walls. Because this is the HZ5 primed product, verify your project falls in an HZ5 zone before ordering, and schedule finish painting promptly after installation. Use stainless or hot-dipped fasteners and proper flashing per Hardie installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCutting fiber cement produces silica dust; use dust-reducing cutting methods outdoors and follow the manufacturer's safe-cutting and respirator guidance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder James Hardie Smooth Square Edge Plank in HZ5 Primed for a durable fiber cement siding installation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James Hardie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67583340478831,"sku":"HAR6000017","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/HAR6000017_0_998128bc-f511-4d66-abfa-81d4bb8df763.jpg?v=1790406848","url":"https:\/\/superarbor.io\/products\/james-hardie-smooth-square-edge-fiber-cement-plank-hz5-primed-5-16-in-x-12-in-x-12-ft","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}