The top of the ribbon needs a z flashing which must be integrated with the zip system wrb using zip tape.
Lp smart siding z flashing.
Over z flashings on window heads and ribbon boards lp requires a 3 8 inch gap.
When reading the installation details for hardie siding lp smart lap and tru wood sidings the z flashing is always shown with at least a 5 degree angle away from the building.
It is used where siding meets horizontally.
We use a scrap piece of siding to keep the gap consistent.
The z flashing is used as a horizontal joint between 7 16 inch siding to keep moisture out.
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With lp smartside trim siding owens and his team were able to provide the homeowner with a siding that could be flashed properly.
Siding 3 8 space with z flashing shim trim brick 3 8 space with z flashing general information continued cutting water resistive barrier sheathing water resistive barrier sheathing paint never nail into edges without pre drilling do not miter edges do not miter cut the corner joint lp smartside trim fascia 2.
Upper leg properly integrate flashing with the secondary water resistive barrier.
This is to facilitate water flow.
Window and door cap 1 25 in x 120 in x 1 56 in aluminum z flashing.
They used 4 inch wide flashing slip sheets for all the butt joints l or step flashing at rooflines and z flashing over all head trim and important fascia to siding transitions.
Item 3807 model 5504900120.
Use housewrap flashing tape z flashing or other items as needed to maintain the counterflashing principle.
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Proper installation for lp smartside siding.
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The instructions also call for at least a 1 4 gap between the materials at the site of the z flash.
Like all adhesive flashings this needs to be rolled to ensure a tight lasting bond.
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