What is the best method for heat bending VERSATEX trim the hard way (across the board width) if you don’t want to cut an arch from a piece of sheet?
Assuming you don’t have a 20 foot oven or a dealer who can bend the boards for you, we suggest you consider building the following system in the field. Take pieces of duct pipe long enough to contain your longest board and insulate them. Place a “Y” piece on one end and a flue on the other. To keep the board flat so it does not take the shape of the duct pipe we recommend a grating be placed in the duct pipe to support the piece of VERSATEX trim. To monitor temperature place a meat thermometer through the sidewall of the duct pipe. Place two torpedo heaters one at each “Y” section and blow heat into the pipe until the VERSATEX trim reaches a temperature of 280°F to 300°F. Hold this temperature for roughly 20 minutes making sure the VERSATEX trim has had the chance to soak in the heat. If the heated piece crimps or resists bending anywhere along the edge it is still too cold at least in that spot. Bending is an art and requires trial and error before you become proficient. All cellular
