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2. Flashing (weatherproofing) - Wikipedia

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   Cap flashing (drip cap) Often used above windows and doors. Drip edge A metal used at the edges of a roof. Step flashing (soaker, base flashing) Pieces of flashing material which overlap each other in "steps". Counter flashing (cap flashing) Covers a base flashing. Pipe flashing (pipe boot, vent boot, pipe flange) A product used where pipes ...

3. Window capping - Wikipedia

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   Good installation of capping allows for an outlet for water in the event of a leak. Caulking and sealant materials may be used to help prevent leaks but these products are not considered reliable in the long-term. A sill that has been clad should provide a "drip cap" or "drip-control" function. This will serve to direct water away from the wall ...

4. Weatherstripping - Wikipedia

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   Weatherstrippers install a threshold, cut the door and install a sweep or J-hook to the bottom of the door, and nail spring-steel bronze into the doorjamb to seal the gap. Door weatherstripping is critical for thermal comfort and the overall energy efficiency of any building , particularly in Zero Energy and Passive House building projects for ...

5. Weatherhead - Wikipedia

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   A weatherhead, also called a weathercap, service head, service entrance cap, or gooseneck (slang) is a weatherproof service drop entry point where overhead power or telephone wires enter a building, or where wires transition between overhead and underground cables.

6. Copper in architecture - Wikipedia

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   This enables a roof to be built without weak points. Since flashing is expensive to replace if it fails, copper's long life is a major cost advantage. [19] [64] Cold rolled 1 ⁄ 8-inch (3.2 mm) hard temper copper is recommended for most flashing applications. This material offers more resistance than soft copper to the stresses of expansion ...

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