Focal Point 685/72 Installation guide

Brand: Focal Point

Model: 685/72

Type: Installation guide

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Focal Point 685/72 is a versatile and durable crosshead that can be used to enhance the appearance of your home's exterior. It is constructed from high-quality materials and is designed to withstand the elements, making it a great choice for both residential and commercial applications.

The Focal Point 685/72 can be installed over masonry or siding, and it comes with all of the necessary hardware for easy installation. It is also paintable, so you can customize it to match the color of your home.

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Crosshead Installation Instructions

Prior to ordering your crosshead you want to make sure you order the correct length. This is determined by measuring

the total width of the door or window, making sure to include any trim around the door or window. Crossheads can be

applied over Masonry or Siding.

Tools & Materials Needed:

 Measuring device

 Drill

 Screws

 Caulk

 Polyurethane adhesive (PL Premium recommended)

 Exterior Paint (do not use lacquer based paint)

 Hand or power saw (if crosshead length needs to be adjusted on site)

 Safety glasses

Installation without a keystone:

1. On the backside of the crosshead, apply a ¼” bead of polyurethane adhesive around the entire perimeter.

2. Put your crosshead into place and fasten using screws. Countersinking and the use of a pilot hole are

recommended. When installing over siding, drill a pilot hole through the header into the siding. Before fastening

the header, enlarge the pilot hole in to the siding to ¼” larger than the fastener. This will allow the siding to

expand and contract beneath the header and prevent the siding from buckling.

3. Patch the screw holes (use spackle). Caulk along the top of the header here it meets the wall surface. Focal

Point recommends painting crossheads after they are installed.

Installation with a keystone:

If you are custom sizing a crosshead on site, determine the length needed as mentioned above. After the length

is determined, mark the center of your crosshead and cut your crosshead in half. On each straight side cut off equal

amounts to get to your desired length. Example: crosshead is 70” long, you only need 60”. After you cut the crosshead in

half, trim 5” off of each side where you made the center cut.

1. Adhere crosshead pieces together by adding a small bead of adhesive to 1 of the straight cuts and butting the 2

pieces together.

2. Apply polyurethane adhesive to the back of the keystone. Set the keystone into place at the center of the

crosshead covering the seam. Apply a screw threw the top of the keystone into each side of the crosshead.

3. On the backside of the crosshead, apply a ¼” bead of polyurethane adhesive around the entire perimeter.

4. Put your crosshead into place and fasten using screws. Countersinking and the use of a pilot hole are

recommended. When installing over siding, drill a pilot hole through the header into the siding. Before fastening

the header, enlarge the pilot hole in to the siding to ¼” larger than the fastener. This will allow the siding to

expand and contract beneath the header and prevent the siding from buckling.

5. Patch the screw holes (use spackle). Caulk along the top of the keystone and header here it meets the wall

surface. Focal Point recommends painting crossheads after they are installed.

Focal Point 685/72 Installation guide

Brand: Focal Point

Model: 685/72

Type: Installation guide

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