--- product_id: 11388684 title: "Siding Tools For 5/16 Fiber Cement Siding And 3/8 LP Smartside, Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges" brand: "solosider" price: "FREE" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11388684-siding-tools-for-5-16-fiber-cement-siding-and-3 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Fits 12" boards Overlap range 3/4" to 1-3/4" Adjustable in 1/16" increments Siding Tools For 5/16 Fiber Cement Siding And 3/8 LP Smartside, Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges **Brand:** solosider **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Elevate Your Siding Game with Precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Siding Tools For 5/16 Fiber Cement Siding And 3/8 LP Smartside, Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges by solosider - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11388684-siding-tools-for-5-16-fiber-cement-siding-and-3) ## Best For - solosider enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted solosider brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Durable Construction:** Built to last, ensuring reliable performance on every siding project. - • **Precision Adjustment:** Easily adjust siding height with 1/16" increments for flawless installation. - • **User-Friendly Design:** Quick-release dial for effortless tool removal before finish nailing. - • **Lightweight & Portable:** Weighing only 6.4 ounces, these gauges are easy to handle and transport. - • **Versatile Compatibility:** Designed for both 5/16" fiber cement siding and 3/8" LP Smartside. ## Overview The SoloSider Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges are engineered for professional-grade siding installation, allowing for precise adjustments and compatibility with various siding materials. Weighing just 6.4 ounces, these tools are designed for ease of use and durability, making them an essential addition to any contractor's toolkit. ## Description SoloSider Siding Tools For 5/16 Fiber Cement Siding And 3/8 LP Smartside, Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges - Siding Materials - desertcart.com Review: First time, no problem. - Sweet tool. I figured it was cheap and a small risk in the overall cost of my house. I am about 1/2 way done putting up fiber cement. This tool is awesome, it keeps every piece perfect and it's so easy to use. I have had some offers for help but haven't needed any help. While the tool will not error, there are some precautions to take to avoid operator error. I have found that when you seat the tool, you need to make sure it's seated securely or your board may stand up slightly. This is done just by giving it an extra tug downward when setting it on the previous piece and taking a quick peak at how it's seated. Also, it needs to lie flat, I left it at a slight angle a few times and wondered why my board wasn't level. Those are the two easy errors to make and not catch quickly. There are some other errors to make but they are easy to spot right away, like not turning the dial back to the right setting after you've removed it. You'll noticed right away that the reveal isn't correct or if just one is set wrong the board will slant. It's so simple to use, I had never sided anything in my life and I am doing my whole house with these. Another bonus is that you can make fine adjustments very simply. One last side note, I am "thrifty" so I just used a cheap framing blade and cut a lot of fiber cement with it, it worked just fine. A lot of dust when ripping starter pieces but not unbearable. I switched to a $20 fiber cement Diablo blade and the thing cuts like butter. I have not tried an expensive blade and I won't either since I am halfway done and both cheaper blades worked well. Snap a level line to start and away you go with this tool. I love the fiber cement and the tool and wouldn't use anything else. Review: A Pleasant Surprise - First a little bit about myself. I'm very old-school and I hate change. I am the type of person that gets angry when Hitachi changes the color of their nail guns and I am willing to spend money on good tools so I don't have to buy a replacement down the road. I was almost certain this tool was going to disappoint me. I mean it's bright green and has plastic parts which seems like a sure recipe for disaster. I figured I'd buy it based on the positive reviews and I could always return it to desertcart if it turned out to be worthless crap. Now that I've used the SoloSider I have to say that it's one of the best purchases I've made during the past year. I used these gauges to put up several hundred square feet of 6.25" Hardiplank by myself. The design is simple and elegant. It's trivially easy to adjust the reveal to within 1/16 of an inch. Set up time is super fast and the gauges hold the siding very securely while nailing. In short, this is a great tool. If you are fretting over the decision between this and the Malco gauges I'd strongly suggest you give these a try. I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised. ## Features - Adjust siding up or down in 1/16 increments while on the SoloSiders - These tools will do 12" boards Price is for One Pair - Overlap range is 3/4' to 1-3/4' - to remove tools turn the dial to the 12 o'clock release position and push up on the tool and take out (before finish nailing) 9 o'clock is the starting position. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000HVEVX4 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (239) | | Date First Available | August 29, 2006 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 6.4 ounces | | Item model number | Solo 1.25 1.75 | | Manufacturer | SoloSider LLC | | Part Number | PRD-PNN-9448712 | | Product Dimensions | 6 x 2.25 x 2 inches | ## Images ![Siding Tools For 5/16 Fiber Cement Siding And 3/8 LP Smartside, Fully Adjustable Siding Gauges - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Fa+5isufL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First time, no problem. *by J***D on October 11, 2009* Sweet tool. I figured it was cheap and a small risk in the overall cost of my house. I am about 1/2 way done putting up fiber cement. This tool is awesome, it keeps every piece perfect and it's so easy to use. I have had some offers for help but haven't needed any help. While the tool will not error, there are some precautions to take to avoid operator error. I have found that when you seat the tool, you need to make sure it's seated securely or your board may stand up slightly. This is done just by giving it an extra tug downward when setting it on the previous piece and taking a quick peak at how it's seated. Also, it needs to lie flat, I left it at a slight angle a few times and wondered why my board wasn't level. Those are the two easy errors to make and not catch quickly. There are some other errors to make but they are easy to spot right away, like not turning the dial back to the right setting after you've removed it. You'll noticed right away that the reveal isn't correct or if just one is set wrong the board will slant. It's so simple to use, I had never sided anything in my life and I am doing my whole house with these. Another bonus is that you can make fine adjustments very simply. One last side note, I am "thrifty" so I just used a cheap framing blade and cut a lot of fiber cement with it, it worked just fine. A lot of dust when ripping starter pieces but not unbearable. I switched to a $20 fiber cement Diablo blade and the thing cuts like butter. I have not tried an expensive blade and I won't either since I am halfway done and both cheaper blades worked well. Snap a level line to start and away you go with this tool. I love the fiber cement and the tool and wouldn't use anything else. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Pleasant Surprise *by J***S on October 28, 2007* First a little bit about myself. I'm very old-school and I hate change. I am the type of person that gets angry when Hitachi changes the color of their nail guns and I am willing to spend money on good tools so I don't have to buy a replacement down the road. I was almost certain this tool was going to disappoint me. I mean it's bright green and has plastic parts which seems like a sure recipe for disaster. I figured I'd buy it based on the positive reviews and I could always return it to Amazon if it turned out to be worthless crap. Now that I've used the SoloSider I have to say that it's one of the best purchases I've made during the past year. I used these gauges to put up several hundred square feet of 6.25" Hardiplank by myself. The design is simple and elegant. It's trivially easy to adjust the reveal to within 1/16 of an inch. Set up time is super fast and the gauges hold the siding very securely while nailing. In short, this is a great tool. If you are fretting over the decision between this and the Malco gauges I'd strongly suggest you give these a try. I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great *by J***T on November 12, 2024* These are a tremendous help when installing siding. They helped me perform a two person job by myself, with relative ease. I do have a complaint though. I used these to fill some areas where high wind blew off a few boards from my wall - in the middle of my wall. Therefore I had existing boards both above and below the board I was installing. It was quite difficult to remove these holders once I nailed the new boards in place - based on their design, that was to be expected though. That said, if you were installing a whole wall of siding, on a bare wall, I can see how these would be invaluable. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11388684-siding-tools-for-5-16-fiber-cement-siding-and-3](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/11388684-siding-tools-for-5-16-fiber-cement-siding-and-3) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-10-23*