Install Z Flashing Siding

Lift the bottom shingle and slip in the kickout flashing.

Install z flashing siding.

It is used to protect the horizontal joints between sheets of siding from water infiltration. Cover with cap flashing. This will ensure that any fasteners that go through the trim or the siding will penetrate the self sealing membrane of the tape. Item 3807 model 5504900120.

Slip in the 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. That should pop the nail head out far enough so you can pry it out. T1 11 siding provides a paneled look for sheds barns and some houses.

You may need to pry out siding first. The large leg of the metal goes against the wall leaving the seat and face covering the top edge of the siding. 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. For a wood window unit drip cap flashing can be installed over the trim piece often called brick molding that comes.

Install the kickout flashing. The type and location of the flashings will vary depending on the type of windows and doors. Install the first length of z flashing. 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.

Nail it to the sidewall or glue it if nailing isn t possible. Now that the window has been installed it s time to install the side and top flashing. 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. If nails are in the way pull them out.

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. Slip the back flashing under the siding at least 3 at the top and the sides. Place the z flashing into position on top of the casing.

When choosing a flashing tape be sure to choose one that s 2 to 3 inches wider than the window trim. How to install z flashing on rotted t1 11 siding. Pry the siding out near a nail then push the pry bar against the nail as you partially tap the siding back in.