Z Bar Flashing Installation

It is used to protect the horizontal joints between sheets of siding from water infiltration.

Z bar flashing installation.

Designed for roofing applications. Check out our recommended tools right here. Flanges are available in lengths of 1 1 1 1. 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.

Item 3807 model 5504900120. Z bar flashing provides an inexpensive and easy to install method of stopping water penetration behind siding. Place the z flashing into position on top of the casing. Flush the end of the flashing length with the wall corner and secure the flashing to the framing with an 8d nail at each wall stud.

Galvanized steel unless specified. Subject to inquiry for availability. Galvanized steel z flashing is made from 28 gauge galvanized steel. The seat dimension 3 8 in corresponds to the siding thickness.

Bailey s z bars are ideal for many construction applications such as continuous framing insulation reinforcement slides track and roofing. If only the surface is damaged. The large leg of the metal goes against the wall leaving the seat and face covering the top edge of the siding. Install the first length of z flashing.

The z bar is available in 018 033 043 054 thickness of steel. How to install z flashing on rotted t1 11 siding 1. Steel z bar flashing with 2 in. Thd sku 686080.

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. Test the rotted area of the t1 11 siding by poking it with a nail or a screwdriver. Scrape loose paint off the rotted area with a putty knife and use 80 grit sandpaper to smooth the rough surface if. Z bar design easily accommodates rigid insulation.