How does one best trim a window when using metal siding?
2019年6月18日 · In a previous post on GBA titled “Metal siding – window head flashing detail”, J-trim on the top is said to be a bad idea. In that post, it seems like the best option proposed is using a double angle trim or a drip cap trim at the window header. Can anyone show me pictures of how that works and ties into the side trims?
Metal siding — window head flashing detail - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2017年3月21日 · OK this keeps resurfacing so I thought I would see what others have come up with. When using metal siding (corrugated or sim.) dealing with the window head always seems to be a bit of a conundrum.Typically I see a piece of "J" flash utilized. But this usually points up, which may conceal the cut of the cladding panel, but consequently also catches water. Seems wrong. I have been trying to come ...
Z-metal flashing on stacked windows - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2024年7月28日 · - Install head flashing above each window. - Install flashing tape, or liquid flashing. - Fill the area of siding you removed with strips of Hardi-panel and caulk the joints between them and the existing siding, and the window frame. Reinstall the belly band trim, and install z-trim where it spans in between the windows.
“Innie” Window Detail for Metal Siding - Green Building Advisor
2021年4月2日 · [inside ledge/window trim would hide]). Mock it up and go talk to local metal shop to see what they could make up: seems lots of higher-end builders will go custom in order to get stuff that will work; might not be all that much more expensive compared to off-the-shelf and all the necessary work to get it to conform).
How to flash window trim below window - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2017年9月21日 · Hi guys, I have been reading a lot about flashing and according to Hammer and Hand, these are the locations that need flashing: Flashings should be installed: 1. At all horizontal joints between different exterior finishes unless the upper finish overlaps the lower finish. 2. At every offset in cladding, changes in cladding substrate, and at all penetrations (horizontal transitions between ...
Vertical siding window trim detail - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2022年2月3日 · Shingles and lap siding can easily be cut to fit up against the trim, but the trim would be difficult to scribe to go over the shingles. Big boards that butt up to the trim for B&B are possible, but it's easier to have a little wiggle room around the window on those boards and just cover them up with the (now thinner and cheaper) trim.
Window cap/head flashing: 0, 1, or 2? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2019年1月22日 · Tanner, It depends on whether the head-trim is installed directly on the sheathing, or on top of the siding. If it is the former you should stop the battens above the trim, provide a head-flashing with end-dams on top of the trim …
Flashing a Brick Wainscot & Adding a Trim Detail
2022年10月11日 · Needed some advice in Zone 5. Is there a suggested way to flash a brick wainscot all the way around my building, but also include a pvc trim detail before the siding? I first looked in the detail library and found what I think I need with the exception of the trim detail.
Flashing Around Existing Window Openings - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2020年5月6日 · Brian . For clarity, no fins. Orginal sash window. I am clear on the metal head flashing and its purpose. I was more looking for a conversation on whats the point of taking a piece of flashing tape across the top and and lapping it over the edge of the head of the window trim as they do in the picture, considering the metal z flashing protects this.
Window flashing before or after housewrap - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Some architects seem to spec it and some builders included it in their window flashing details, other don't. When I have used it, I have not integrated it with the WRB. I've run the WRB down below the trim, and installed the metal flashing simple as protection from water getting in between the top of the trim and the bottom of the siding.