In the past metal flashing and extra layers of roofing felt tar paper were often used but nowadays vinyl z flashing and rolls of vinyl back flashing do a better job.
Ledger board vinyl flashing.
It is recommended for use with pressure treated lumber.
Recommended for use with pressure treated lumber.
Has slots for nailing convenience.
Ideally the house s sheathing should be triple protected from moisture with building paper or roofing felt stapled to the sheathing.
Ledger board of decking bottom of siding.
Amerimax home products 37028 8 deck ledger flashing.
This cap is made of durable plastic construction.
A ledger relies on the fasteners and strength of the wood ledger board and rim board of the house to carry the deck live and dead loads.
And along coastal areas where pressure treated lumber is prominent.
Protects deck ledger board from water damage.
Proper flashing is one of the most important precautions in construction.
Install undersill trim along the edge of the vinyl over the flashing at the top and bottom.
Deck flashing is a perfect solution for directing water away from the house and over the ledger board.
Wrapping post and gutter boards.
Vinyl flashing does not react with pressure treated lumber and will not corrode or deteriorate.
Window and door cap 1 25 in x 120 in x 1 56 in aluminum z flashing.
Then lag screw the ledger to the house using the fastener pattern approved in your plan.
Next slide drip flashing behind the vinyl so the lip fits over the top of the ledger as shown at right.
Then tack the ledger into place with 16d nails.
Properly installing a ledger board for your deck is one of the most important structural components of building a safe and strong deck.
Made from high quality vinyl construction.
Then with back flashing.
8 plastic deck ledger flashing fits over ledger board behind siding to protect from water damage plastic is safe to use with all treated lumber.
Examples of additional application are.
Fits behind siding and over deck ledger board.
By preventing water from seeping into the stud wall and thus rotting the house framing supporting the deck you ll achieve a longer lasting and safer deck.
The other half is flashing the ledger to prevent water from getting behind it which would lead to decay of the wall sheathing.
Gray plastic deck ledger flashing fits over deck ledger and behind siding for protection from water damage.
Attaching a deck ledger securely is only half the work of installing a ledger.
Around fascia soffits and windows.
