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Malco FCMS 5-Inch to 8-Inch Exposure Facing Gauge and Overlap Gauge Set
List price: $29.99
Sale price: $19.38
You save: $10.61 (35%)
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Malco
EAN: 0686046530468
Feature(s): Facing gauge and overlap gauge set provides 2 popular tools for fiber cement siding workAllows for easy and accurate 1-person siding installationsDurable nylon facing gauge adjusts to 5-, 6-, 7-, and 8-inch exposures without toolsOverlap gauge supports one end of plank; can be removed without siding damageSet includes 1 facing gauge and 1 overlap gauge
Item Dimensions: Weight 0.5 lbs.
Label: Malco Products
List Price: $29.99
Manufacturer: Malco Products
Model: FCMS
MPN: FCMS
Package Dimensions:
Height: 2.1"
Width: 5.9"
Length: 2.1"
Weight: 0.55 lbs.
Product Group: Home Improvement
Publisher: Malco Products
Studio: Malco Products
UPC: 686046530468
Editorial Reviews
Product Description:
"MALCO PRODUCTS, INC. " SIDING TOOL
Use while working across the width of the plank assures greater accuracy of the desired exposure and guards against sagging
May also be used in combination with the Malco overlap gauge to prop up one end of the plank for one-person application
More accurate and easier to use than home-made wood "preacher" blocks
Adjustable for precise 5", 6", 7", or 8" exposures
Gauging block easily snaps in to desired exposure position without use of tools or fasteners
Easily held with one hand while steadying new plank for nailing
May be used with Overlap Gauge for 1-person application
Manufactured of tough, long-lasting, weather-resistant nylon material throughout
Carded
Amazon.com Product Description:
The Malco FCMS Facing Gauge and Overlap Gauge Set offers two popular tools for fiber cement siding -- a facing gauge and an overlap gauge. The fiber cement facing gauge is used to accurately measure the exposure of the siding and guard against sagging, it can be set to exposures of 5, 6, 7, and 8 inches. This facing gauge is easily adjusted without the need of tools or fasteners, and it can be held with one hand when steadying a new plank for nailing. The facing gauge is made of tough, long-lasting, weather-resistant nylon. The metal overlap gauge is used to support one end of a plank and give it the proper overlap, a pair of overlap gauges can be used to support the entire plank if desired. This overlap gauge can be removed without damage to the siding. When used in combination, the facing gauge and overlap gauge allow you to prop up one end of the plank for easy and accurate 1-person installation of fiber cement siding.
Customer Reviews Average rating - 4.5
Rating - 5 Date: 2008-06-09
Content: Several people had negative things to say about these tools. If they would think about what they were saying before making a statement they would realize that the answer is right in front of them. Use the hangers to hold the plank in place. Use the guide to adjust it for the desired spacing. It works like a champ. Simply nail one end while using the height guide to get it exact and then do the other end. Remove the hanger from the first end after you set the nail and remove the second hanger BEFORE you set the nail on that end. (You can remove the first one before nailing too if you want to.)
This product works great. If you set the first line properly the entire wall should fall into place. Check it every 5 rows or so and sneak it back in if you have to. If you were careful then it should be consistent regardless of the tolerance of the planks!
Summary: The right tools!
Rating - 5 Date: 2007-09-19
Content: I bought these to help me with a garage that I was building, for the most part, by myself. For a novice, these were a life-saver. Especially the metal overlap guage set. The red plastic face gauge is ok for short runs but I would probably want something a little more accurate for long runs. My neighbor, who is a home builder, saw me using them and came over to find out what I was using. Even though he uses three guys to install siding (two on scaffolding to install, one to cut) he was going to buy a set for those rare occasions when one of his guys didn't make it in. As a side note, when I started the siding, I used a table-saw with a fiber-cement blade to rip and a B&D 18V cordless skillsaw for crosscuts. Even with the special blade, the dust and fiber-cement particles were a MAJOR issue. I ended up using a plain old box cutter and speed square to score and snap. (Three passes front and back) Worked like a charm, even for angle cuts.
Summary: Worked Great!
Rating - 4 Date: 2007-08-20
Content: The facing and overlap gauge set I purchased was as explained and worked fairly well. The facing gauge was a little difficult to remove but it was helpful as a second hand.
Summary: Malco Facing Gauge
Rating - 5 Date: 2007-02-20
Content: 1200 square feet of Hardi Plank siding (5 inch exposure) by myself. These two tools are a must have.
Summary: The cheapest helper I ever hired!
Rating - 5 Date: 2007-01-11
Content: This tool is an absolute lifesaver! I was able to quickly AND accurately install (80) 12' pieces of siding with NO HELP! I HIGHLY recomend this product...
Summary: This tool is a lifesaver!!
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