Install Z Flashing Siding

If nails are in the way pull them out.

Install z flashing siding.

How to install z flashing on rotted t1 11 siding. 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. Slip the back flashing under the siding at least 3 at the top and the sides. When installing the flashing the longer edge goes against the wall of the house the center section rests on top of the casing and the.

Install the kickout flashing. Begin at either end of the wall and set the level middle section of the z flashing onto the top edge of the siding panel with the wider flange upward and against the wall framing. T1 11 siding provides a paneled look for sheds barns and some houses. Cover with cap flashing.

Lift the bottom shingle and slip in the kickout flashing. If the kick out and step flashing can t tuck behind the siding screw on cap flashing to cover it then caulk along the top. That should pop the nail head out far enough so you can pry it out. Pry the siding out near a nail then push the pry bar against the nail as you partially tap the siding back in.

The siding comes in 4 foot by 8 foot panels that install vertically. Install the first length of z flashing. Window and door cap 1 25 in x 120 in x 1 56 in aluminum z flashing. Galvanized steel z flashing is made from 28 gauge galvanized steel.

Now that the window has been installed it s time to install the side and top flashing. Nail it to the sidewall or glue it if nailing isn t possible. The seat dimension 3 8 in corresponds to the siding thickness. This will ensure that any fasteners that go through the trim or the siding will penetrate the self sealing membrane of the tape.

You may need to pry out siding first. It is used to protect the horizontal joints between sheets of siding from water infiltration. For a wood window unit drip cap flashing can be installed over the trim piece often called brick molding that comes. When choosing a flashing tape be sure to choose one that s 2 to 3 inches wider than the window trim.

The type and location of the flashings will vary depending on the type of windows and doors. The large leg of the metal goes against the wall leaving the seat and face covering the top edge of the siding. Place the z flashing into position on top of the casing.