What’s the advantage of using EX-Cel® Color Trim?
EX-Cel® gives you vibrant, durable colors in a material that’s guaranteed not to crack, split or rot. All EX-Cel® (Color, Paint Ready & Classic White) is a cellular PVC product with a finish that’s virtually indistinguishable from painted wood.

Where can I use EX-Cel® products?
EX-Cel® is an excellent choice for exterior applications such as window or door trim, fascia, rake boards, soffits and friezes. It’s available in a full line of interior and exterior moldings that is well-suited to any new or retrofit application, especially where moisture is a concern.

What exterior wall coverings work with EX-Cel®?
EX-Cel® works with almost any kind of exterior surface. You can use it with premium vinyl siding, fiber cement, brick, stone, stucco and, of course, wood siding.

Can I use the Push-Lock Insert on 1" boards?
No. The Push-Lock Insert can be used with any of our 5/4 Channel Trim boards or one-piece 5/4 Channel Corner boards. To achieve the look of a fitted butt joint, just select the Push-Lock Insert for your type of siding and lock it in.

Does EX-Cel® Color need to be painted?
No. EX-Cel® Color features a factory-applied Polaneâ finishing system developed with Sherwin-Williamsâ. Polane is a high-grade, two-part urethane surface that’s almost impossible to scratch or chip. It’s one of the most consistent and durable coatings available. The reflective enamel also helps prevent fading.

Can EX-Cel® be painted after installation?
Although EX-Cel® comes pre-finished, you can paint it any time with any high-grade acrylic exterior house paint with an LRV rating of 55 or above.

Will EX-Cel® Color Trim fade?
Any finish exposed to continual sunlight may fade over the years. However, the finish applied to EX-Cel® Color is typically used on airliners, military vehicles and in other extreme circumstances. It’s one of the most rugged and durable finishes in the world today.

How do I deal with exposed end-cuts on EX-Cel® Color?
All EX-Cel® colors are pre-matched with Sherwin-Williams Duration® paint for painting exposed end-cuts. For nail holes, just dab with paint and wipe off the excess.

What are my color options?
EX-Cel® Color comes in 16 standard colors in all standard profiles. For complete details on EX-Cel® contact your EX-Cel® representative.

What is the warranty on EX-Cel® Trim?
The EX-Cel® substrate carries a lifetime warranty against cracking, rot, delamination, insect penetration and hail damage. The surface coating is warranted for a lifetime against cracking, peeling and chipping.

What tools are required to install EX-Cel® Trim?
EX-Cel® installs with standard wood working tools. A circular saw with a carbide-tipped blade will easily cut the boards. A router with a carbide bit can be used to create rabbets or other modifications. And EX-Cel® can be fastened with a power nailer. For specifics, please see the EX-Cel® Installation Instructions.

Can I heat-form EX-Cel® to fabricate curved trim details?
Yes. When heated slowly and uniformly, EX-Cel® responds well to heat bending.

Will EX-Cel® Trim generate mold or mildew?
Since mold only grows on organic matter, it can’t grow on the trim itself. It can grow on any accumulated dirt, although the extent of potential damage is very limited. If mold or mildew does appear, just wash it off with a mild soap solution and rinse.

Can EX-Cel® Trim rot or flake?
No. Cellular PVC will not absorb moisture or water under any conditions, and EX-Cel® has a limited lifetime warranty against cracking, rot, and delamination.

Is EX-Cel® Trim recyclable?
Yes, EX-Cel® is 100% recyclable.

Is a mask or respiratory protection necessary when cutting EX-Cel® products?
EX-Cel® cuts and handles like wood and releases no toxic fumes or substances into the atmosphere. Use the same safety procedures you would use when handling wood.

Will EX-Cel® Trim hold a flame?
EX-Cel® products are considered self extinguishing; the removal of an active flame will stop the product from burning.

How do I reach EX-Cel®?
If you have additional questions about our products or services, you can reach us by phone at 888-473-7539 or send us an email at info@excelbyjain.com.