Window Flashing Aluminum Siding

Be sure to add the thickness of the siding to the window s height when framing the rough opening.

Window flashing aluminum siding.

Window flashing is arranged in a manner that directs water down and away from the structure. Self adhesive flashing tape goes on next. 10 ash gray residential steel siding door window flashing model number. Typically flashing a window is a two part process.

Install the siding around the window. The first half of window flashing occurs when you or your builder preps the rough opening for the window s installation. If you have vinyl or metal flanged windows for instance you can install drip cap flashing 4 the home depot over the window itself or over the top trim piece that you install. Window flashing is installed at the same time as the window unit.

Dealing with the siding. Kaycan can provide wide range of shapes sizes of natural aluminum galvanized steel accessories to protect any challenging application. The second half of window flashing occurs once the window unit is secured and squared within the rough. Window and door cap 1 25 in x 120 in x 1 56 in aluminum z flashing.

After you have placed the flashing and waterproofing you will need to butt the siding up to the edges of the window. Ash gray 1550315 65 menards sku. It is key to preventing water intrusion. After wrapping the opening we nail a piece of siding along the rough sill with 13 4 in.

The type and location of the flashings will vary depending on the type of windows and doors. Beveled siding creates a sloped sill. Get free shipping on qualified aluminum siding trim or buy online pick up in store today in the building materials department.