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HousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrap -------- Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus Plus
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WeathermateWeathermate ™™™™™™™™ Weather Weather
Barrier System ComponentsBarrier System Components
Weathermate
Housewrap - Plus
Weathermate
Flexible Flashing
Weathermate
Construction Tape
Weathermate
Straight Flashing
Weathermate
Sill Pan
GREAT STUFF Pro
Window & Door
Weathermate
Door Pan
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Table of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsA) A) A) A) A) A) A) A) HousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrap Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation
B) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular WindowB) Flashing a Rectangular Window
C) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top WindowC) Flashing a Round Top Window
D) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a DoorD) Flashing a Door
E) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing PenetrationsE) Flashing Penetrations
F) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and DoorsF) Air Sealing Windows and Doors
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A) A) A) A) A) A) A) A) HousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrapHousewrap InstallationInstallationInstallationInstallationInstallationInstallationInstallationInstallation
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• Pick a starting point about 36”from a corner
• Tip: chalk a level line around the building to guide the top edge of the housewrap
• Overlap foundation by at least 1” with printed side out
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Step 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first courseStep 1: Begin wrapping first course
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• Keep the top of the roll even with the chalk line
• Fasten with 1”diameter plastic cap nails, spaced 16” in each direction
• Staples may be used, spaced 12” in each direction
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Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening Step 2: Fastening housewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewrap
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• Tuck inside corners using a flat edge i.e. 1”x4” board
• Fasten housewrap to keep in place
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Step 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside cornersStep 3: Tuck inside corners
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• Wrap over window and door openings
• Overlap all vertical seams at least 6”
• Tip: do not fasten housewrap about 12” above door and window openings to allow flap to be cut above window (see steps 7 and 8)
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Step 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seamsStep 4: Overlap seams
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• Chalk a horizontal line that provides a 6”overlap
• Wrap the second course by overlapping the first course 6”
• Install same as first course
• Repeat until walls are completely wrapped
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Step 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second courseStep 5: Second course
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• As a best practice, tape seams with WeathermateConstruction Tape
• Note: tape must be installed in temperatures from 150 to 1200F
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Step 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: TapingStep 6: Taping
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• Cut out window openings as illustrated by the dashed lines
• Make the top two angled cuts about 8-10 inches long
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Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut Step 7: Cut housewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewrap for rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window openingfor rectangular window opening
(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)(See step 10 for round top window instructions)
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• Wrap flaps back into the opening and fasten
• Trim excess
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Step 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flapsStep 8: Fasten the flaps
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• Fold housewrapflap up and secure with tape
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Step 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape FlapStep 9: Tape Flap
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• Cut out window openings as illustrated by the dashed lines
• Make the vertical cuts on each side about 6-8 inches above the top of the window
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Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut Step 10: Cut housewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewrap for round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window openingfor round top window opening
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• Wrap flaps back into the opening and fasten
• Trim excess
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Step 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flapsStep 11: Fasten the flaps
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• Fold housewrapflap up and secure with tape
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Step 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flapStep 12: Tape flap
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• Cut a modified “I”pattern as illustrated by the dashed lines
• Make the top two angled cuts about 8-10 inches long
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Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut Step 13: Cut housewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewraphousewrap for door openingfor door openingfor door openingfor door openingfor door openingfor door openingfor door openingfor door opening
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• Fold housewrapflap up and secure with tape
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Step 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flapStep 14: Tape flap
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• Wrap flaps back into the opening and fasten
• Trim excess
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Step 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flapsStep 15: Fasten the flaps
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B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular B) Flashing a Rectangular
WindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindow
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Recommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparation
• Use one of the three options to prepare the window sill before flashing the rough window opening
• 1st option: a piece of wood bevel siding can be nailed over the sill
• 2nd option: a strip of wood can be nailed at the back of the sill
• 3rd option: (not shown) Before attaching Weathermate Flexible Flashing to the sill, create a backdam by folding 3/8” to 3/4” of the back edge of the flexible flashing so it bonds to itself
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Step 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sill
Note: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill pan
• Cut a piece of 6”WeathermateFlexible flashing 1’longer than the width of the opening
• Position the flashing along the bottom and 6” up side jambs
• Press firmly, working from the center to the corners and up the side jambs removing air pockets as you work
• Secure outer edges of flashing with plastic cap nails to hold in place
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Optional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill pan
Note: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill pan
• Install WeathermateSill Pan along sill of rough opening
• Left and right piece of sill pan must have a 2” minimum overlap
• Note: If shims are necessary when installing the window, place them under the sill pan
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• Nail or staple sill pan once on each half at the “X”
• Seal overlap seam and top edge of corner pieces with 4”WeathermateStraight Flashing
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Optional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill pan
Note: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill pan
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• Apply sealant to backside of window flange if required by window manufacturer
• Tip: 3/8” bead must cover the flange nailing holes
• Install window according to manufacturer recommendations
• Tip: center the window in the rough opening to simplify foam sealing of interior perimeter
• Install drip cap per manufacturer’s instructions if applicable
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Step 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install windowStep 2: Apply sealant / install window
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• Apply 4”WeathermateStraight Flashing over the side window flanges
• Apply 4”WeathermateStraight Flashing over the top window flange and the drip cap (if applicable) extending past the side flashings
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Step 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashingStep 3: Apply window flashing
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• Fold housewrapflap down and secure with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flap
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C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top C) Flashing a Round Top
WindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindowWindow
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Recommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparationRecommended: Window sill preparation
• Use one of the three options to prepare the window sill before flashing the rough window opening
• 1st option: a piece of wood bevel siding can be nailed over the sill
• 2nd option: a strip of wood can be nailed at the back of the sill
• 3rd option: (not shown) Before attaching Weathermate Flexible Flashing to the sill, create a backdam by folding 3/8” to 3/4” of the back edge of the flexible flashing so it bonds to itself
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Step 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 1: Install flexible flashing along sill
Note: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid sill pan
• Cut a piece of 6”WeathermateFlexible flashing 1’longer than the width of the opening
• Position the flashing along the bottom and 6” up side jambs
• Press firmly, working from the center to the corners and up the side jambs removing air pockets as you work
• Secure outer edges of flashing with plastic cap nails to hold in place
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• Install WeathermateSill Pan along sill of rough opening
• Left and right piece of sill pan must have a 2” minimum overlap
• Note: If shims are necessary when installing the window, place them under Weathermate Sill Pan
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Optional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill panOptional: Install rigid sill pan
Note: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill pan
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• Seal overlap seam and top edge of corner pieces with 4” WeathermateStraight Flashing
• Nail or staple sill pan once on each side; an “X”molded into the sill pan marks this spot on each half
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Optional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill panOptional: Fasten sill pan
Note: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill panNote: Go to step 2 if not installing a rigid sill pan
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• Apply sealant to backside of window flange if required by window manufacturer
• Tip: 3/8” bead must cover the flange nailing holes
• Install window plumb, level and square, according to manufacturer recommendations
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Step 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealantStep 2: Apply sealant
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• Apply 4” WeathermateStraight flashing along window jambs over window flange
• Cut a piece of 6”Weathermate Flexible flashing 1’ longer than the arc length of the window head
• Install along the head arch overlapping the window flange
• Form the tape by stretching the outside edge only. Avoid stretching the inside edge of the flashing.
• Overlap jamb flashing by at least 6”
• If needed for additional adhesion, secure outer edges of flexible flashing with a minimal number of plastic cap nails to hold in place
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Step 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashingStep 3: Window flashing
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• Fold housewrap flap down and secure with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flap
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• Apply lengths of 9”Weathermate Straight Flashing in shingled fashion down to the concrete block as shown
• Overlap flashing a minimum of 2”
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Step 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: OptionalStep 1: Optional-------- Apply flashingApply flashingApply flashingApply flashingApply flashingApply flashingApply flashingApply flashing
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Step 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sillStep 2: Install flexible flashing along sill
Note: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door panNote: follow this step if not installing a rigid door pan
• Cut a piece of 6”WeathermateFlexible flashing 1’longer than the width of the opening
• Position the flashing along the bottom and 6” up side jambs
• Press firmly, working from the center to the corners and up the side jambs removing air pockets as you work
• Secure outer edges of flashing with plastic cap nails to hold in place
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• Fold housewrap flap up and tape
• Install WeathermateDoor Pan along base of door opening
• Left and right piece of door pan must have a 2” minimum overlap
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Optional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door panOptional: Install rigid door pan
Note: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door pan
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• Nail or staple door pan once on each side; an “X” molded into the door pan marks this spot on each half
• Seal overlap seam and top edge of corner pieces with 4”Weathermate Straight Flashing
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Optional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door panOptional: Fasten door pan
Note: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door panNote: Go to step 3 if not installing a rigid door pan
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Step 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealantStep 3: Apply sealant
• Apply sealant according to door manufacturer’s instructions
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• Apply sealant on the backside of the door flange if required by door manufacturer
• Note: The flange is not shown in this picture. Attach flange according to door manufacturer’s instructions.
• Install door plumb, level and square, according to door manufacturer’s instructions
• Install drip cap per manufacturer’s instructions if applicable
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Step 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install doorStep 4: Install door
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• Apply 4”WeathermateStraight flashing along door jambs overlapping door flange
• Apply flashing along the head overlapping the door flange and the drip cap (if applicable) and extending past the jamb flashings
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Step 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashingStep 5: Door flashing
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• Fold housewrap flap down and secure with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape FlapStep 6: Tape Flap
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• Cut housewrap as shown
• Fold the housewrapflap up and tape
• Adhere 6”WeathermateFlexible Flashing to the underside of the pipe and overlap the housewrap as shown
• Secure the bottom of the flashing with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipesStep 1: Cut and flash plumbing and HVAC pipes
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• Adhere 6” WeathermateFlexible Flashing to the top side of the pipe and overlap the 1st piece of flashing as shown
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Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2Step 2: Apply 2ndndndndndndndnd piece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashingpiece of flexible flashing
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• Fold housewrap flap down
• Tape seams with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flapStep 3: Tape flap
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• Cut housewrap as shown
• Adhere 6”Weathermate Flexible Flashing in a “U”shape around and into the opening
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Step 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flangeStep 1: Cut and flash opening for pipe with flange
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• Apply sealant to the sides and top of flange
• Install pipe and press flange into sealant bead
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Step 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipeStep 2: Install flanged pipe
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• Overlap flange with 4”Weathermate Straight Flashing on right and left side
• Apply 4” WeathermateStraight Flashing on top side
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Step 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashingStep 3: Apply flashing
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Step 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flapStep 4: Tape flap
• Fold housewrap flap down
• Tape seams with WeathermateConstruction Tape
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Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior Step 1: Air seal rectangular window interior
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• Insert Great Stuff Pro Window and Door nozzle into the gap to fill the width of the gap to a depth of about 1”(Do not fill entire cavity depth)
• Apply sealant to all 4 sides of a window opening
• Trim away excess with a sharp knife after foam is fully cured
• Tip: Apply Great Stuff Pro Window and Door Sealant between 400F and 1000F
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Step 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeterStep 2: Air seal round top window interior perimeter
• Insert Great Stuff Pro Window and Door nozzle into the gap to fill the width of the gap to a depth of about 1”(Do not fill entire cavity depth)
• Apply sealant to all 4 sides of a window opening
• Trim away excess with a sharp knife after foam is fully cured
• Tip: Apply Great Stuff Pro Window and Door Sealant between 400F and 1000F
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Step 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeterStep 3: Air seal door interior perimeter
• Insert Great Stuff Pro Window and Door nozzle into the gap to fill the width of the gap to a depth of about 1”(Do not fill entire cavity depth)
• Apply sealant to 3 sides of a door opening
• Trim away excess with a sharp knife after foam is fully cured
• Tip: Apply Great Stuff Pro Window and Door Sealant between 400F and 1000F
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GREAT STUFF PRO™ products contain isocyanates that require the use of gloves, safety glasses and adequate ventilation or respiratory protection. Please read the warnings and instructions on the can and the Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before using.
WEATHERMATE™ Sill Pan works best when the sill is sloped to the exterior.
Building and/or construction practices unrelated to building materials could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold formation. No material supplier including Dow can give assurance that mold will not develop in any specific system.
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