Items Tagged with 'Flashing '

TYPAR announced that its new Clear Acrylic Flashing received the prestigious Best of IBS Award for Most Innovative Building Material at the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show.

Chief among the company’s product innovations is TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing, the first and only fully transparent window and door flashing on the market.

Curbs that can be roofed, base flashed, and counterflashed with sheet metal are recommended in lieu of embedded metal flashing.

The proper development of specifications is essential due to the complexity of the waterproofing process that occurs with the integration of other building components and trades. It is the responsibility of the architect and/or designer to ensure that all divisions of waterproofing application are addressed.

This article discusses the benefits and challenges associated with pre­applied water/air barrier sheathing systems, including detailing considerations, recommended enhancements, and how to avoid common construction pitfalls.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a specification providing a means to determine the chemical compatibility of sealants, liquid applied and self-adhered flashing materials used for the installation of fenestration products.

Our Fall 2024 eMagazine features a special section dedicated to new coatings products in the marketplace.

This game-changing product was developed in response to evolving builders’ needs and emerging building code changes requiring better visibility of the nail and screw fin patterns on windows during window installations and inspections.

Counterflashing skirt is recommended when pre-manufactured flashing flange extends less than 2 inches over membrane base flashing, or when membrane base flashing fasteners are exposed.

Metal curb flashings are designed for rectangular penetrations. These flashings are easily welded to the installed membrane and the combination of reinforced membrane and custom-fabrication ensures a long-lasting, watertight flashing.