- Flashing is a material which directs water and avoid water
passage from roof. On roof it is generally installed
surrounding vents , chimneys, roof and wall intersection,
gaps, joints, windows, etc to avoid water
penetration.
- Some important specifications of flashing are as follows-
- Flashing are made of various materials such as metals, rubber,
plastic,etc.
- It is concealed or exposed.
- Sizes of the flashing varies as per manufacturers.
- Flashing can be self-adhering or fixed by adhesives or bolting
or studs, etc.
- There are many types of flashing according to the location at
which it is to be installed or even shape.
- Flashing material is water resistant.
- Safety glazing is required for a window if-
- Individual panel is exposed more than 9 sq.ft.
- Glazing top edge from floor is excess than 36 inches.
- Glazing bottom edge from floor is least than 18 inches.
- Walking surface measured within 36 inches horizontally from
glazing plane.
Summary- On roof flashing is generally installed
surrounding vents , chimneys, roof and wall intersection,
gaps, joints, windows, etc to avoid water
penetration.