Shingle backer fiber board
Backing and spacer for cedar sidewall shakes and shingles, sold wholesale nationwide
Specifications
- Size
- 7/16" x 15" x 48" panels
- Packaging
- 20 pieces per bundle, 15 bundles per pallet
- Minimum order
- Full pallets of 15 bundles only
- Standards
- CAN/ULC-S706-09 and ASTM C208
Available nationwide, shingle backer is used as a backing and spacer behind cedar sidewall shakes or shingles. Yankocy sells it wholesale to lumber yards and building supply dealers, not to the public.
What is shingle backer board?
The shingle backer fiber board insulation panels we stock are composed of interlocking cellulose fibers bonded together by heat, pressure and premium wax emulsion. This product conforms to all requirements of CAN/ULC-S706-09 and ASTM C208. The density of this material has been specified to provide an optimum combination of board strength and insulating value.
The panels are made in facilities that comply with strict government environmental regulations, so they can be part of a green construction project.
ASTM C208 covers cellulosic fiberboard with a density between 10 and 31 lb/ft³ (160 to 497 kg/m³). At 15.8 lb/ft³, this board sits at the light end of that range.
Physical properties
From the manufacturer's data sheet.
| Property and test method | Target value |
|---|---|
| Density (ASTM D-1037) | 15.8 lb/ft³ (240 kg/m³) |
| Transverse strength (ASTM C-165) | 8 lb perpendicular to surface (35 N) |
| Tensile strength (ASTM C-209) | 360 psi parallel to surface (2.5 MPa) |
| Water absorption (ASTM C-209) | 7% |
| Linear expansion (ASTM D-1037) | 0.08% |
| Compressive strength (ASTM C-165) | 50 psi (345 kPa) at 10% deformation |
| Moisture content | 7% |
Questions about shingle backer board
What is shingle backer board used for?
Shingle backer is a thin wood fiber panel installed behind cedar sidewall shakes or shingles. It acts as a backing and spacer so each course sits at a consistent depth and shadow line.
What are the two main types of backer board?
Cement backer board, used under tile, and fiber board such as shingle backer, used behind cedar siding. Yankocy stocks both: Pro-Tec 1/2" x 3' x 5' cement board and 7/16" x 15" x 48" wood fiber shingle backer.
Is shingle backer the same as siding backer board?
Yes. The same 7/16" wood fiber panel is sold as shingle backer, siding backer board and shingle backer fiberboard.
How is shingle backer sold?
In bundles of 20 pieces, 15 bundles to a pallet. Yankocy ships shingle backer nationwide in full pallets only, wholesale to yards and dealers.
Last updated
Part of our board products & insulation line. Weekday delivery across the Northeast; freight shipping nationwide.
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