The document outlines the PVC Trim and Mouldings 101 course, detailing the product benefits, various product lines, and installation ease. It emphasizes the low maintenance and versatility of cellular PVC products, which mimic wood characteristics while offering customization options. Additionally, it highlights the advantages of using Cortex fasteners for enhanced installation efficiency.

1. Product Knowledge Course
Introductory Level
PVC TRIM AND MOULDINGS 101

2. Objectives
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By the end of this course, you will
understand:
1. Key Benefits
2. Product Lines
3. Trim Boards
4. PVC Sheets
5. Bead Board & Skirt Board
6. Corners
7. Mouldings
8. Fasteners
9. Ordering and Support
Overview
Cellular PVC products include; trim
boards, sheets and mouldings.
PVC Trim is cut, nailed, drilled and
routed like wood.
• All the advantages of wood without
the maintenance
• Does not absorb water
• Can be painted to match, but painting
is not required
• Can be routed or heat bent into
specialty shapes
PVC Trim and Mouldings 101

3. Versatility
• Wide variety of shapes (sheets, boards, mouldings)
• Bendable material
• Gives contractors upgrade options when designing the
exterior of a home (good, better, best)
Installer-Friendly
• Handles like wood (weight & painting)
• Cuts and fastens like wood
• Pre-finished white colour
Homeowner-Friendly
• Low maintenance
• Long lasting
• Thirty-year limited warranty
Key Benefits
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4. Trim Boards
Bead Board &
Skirt Board
PVC Sheets
Corners
Mouldings
Product Lines
Fasteners

5. PVC Trim Boards
Use Trim Boards to create surrounds to
frame windows/doors or gables and eaves.
Trim Boards feature sealed edges and are
available in a variety of common sizes,
making it the perfect solution for fascia,
frieze board, decorative trim and deck
edging.
Available in a variety of thickness, widths &
lengths.
Installs well with all siding types.

6. PVC Sheets
Cellular PVC sheets are a great option for bay
windows, raised panels, dormers, soffit and other
customized applications.
Flat and clean, sheets are available in two sided
smooth
Available in 4' widths and a variety of lengths and
thicknesses.

7. PVC Bead Board & Skirt Board
Corners and skirting. Patio ceilings and bay windows. Accent trim from Ply Gem Trim and
Mouldings can give your home stylish charm that lasts, without requiring costly maintenance.
½” Notched Reversible Bead Board
The reversible design of Ply Gem 1/2" notched bead board provides two styles in one, a two
panel look on one side and three panel on the other side. It is ideal for wainscoting and porch
ceiling and features a nailing flange for easy, professional installation.
5/4” Flange Relief Notched and Un-notched Cellular
Designed to apply over windows with a nailing flange. Optional J-notch on opposite side
provides a receiver for vinyl siding.
Smooth and Woodgrain Skirt Board
The sloped top of Ply Gem skirt board drains water away from home, making it the ideal
boarder for fibre cement and other composite siding materials. Available in an 8" width and is
18' long. Cellular PVC skirt board provides the finishing touch without the worries of water
damage.

8. PVC Corners
Corners - Smooth or Woodgrain
Ply Gem patented 5/4" one-piece outside
corners are folded, so there is no rough corner
seam and no unsightly joint to collect dirt.
They are available in 12' or 20' lengths and,
with or without, a J-notch to receive vinyl
siding.
This feature provides an alternative to J-
channel when used with vinyl siding.

9. PVC Mouldings
Decorative mouldings can be installed on their own or fitted with Ply Gem Trim boards to
create interesting shapes and detail. Ply Gem PVC Mouldings are extruded, not routed, which
means they offer a smooth, low maintenance finish that lasts for years.
Brick
Mould Casing
Drip Cap
Historic Sill
Casing
Inside Corner
Casing
Rams CrownShingle Casing

10. Cortex Fasteners
With Cortex Fasteners, builders and remodelers can install cellular PVC trim
products in less time with plugs that match perfectly.
• No need to caulk, sand and paint every nail hole
• No need to pre-drill holes
• Setting tool places fastener at correct depth every time
• Threaded fasteners provide a stronger hold than nails
• Plug is made from Ply Gem Trim product for a perfect match
• Plug is guaranteed to stay in place for the life of the project
• Available in smooth or wood grain finish
• Saves up to 35% installation time

11. Ordering and Support
To order, contact Mitten’s customer service department at
1-888-MITTEN4.

12. Ordering and Support
To order, contact Mitten’s customer service department
at 1-888-MITTEN4.
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