Aluminum Window Flashing Installation

In a remodeling job apply self adhesive flashing strips in this order.

Aluminum window flashing installation.

How to install an aluminium window step 1. Works to stop water from seeping and. Installation of an aluminium sliding window into clad lightweight construction. Make sure your window is square.

This creates a 1 4 to 1 2 space between the two different metals. This is done by using neoprene shims that are typically installed between the aluminum window frame and the structural opening. Flashing a water repellant adhesive that s applied over window flanges and sheathing to seal out any potential leaks. Cut a piece of 8 inch wide aluminum flashing to length using aviation snips.

Window flashing terms to know before you start. How to install flashing around a window when you install a window in new construction the building wrap overlaps the self adhesive flashing. Then add small pieces of flashing over the gaps at the corners. Along the bottom then the sides then the top.

Drip cap an aluminum attachment installed on the very top of a window unit. Head jamb. Make sure it is the right size and shape. Measure for the leading edge of the flashing to determine how far it ll hang down in front of the window trim.

To confirm square measure the window diagonally both ways like an x.