How To LIQUID FLASH A Rough Opening - Best Waterproofing Practices

[@AF-O6]

That's a neat setup, and give me confidence to try European windows. Thank you!

[@latitude48design]

Great video and explanation on the install of a flangeless window. Looking forward to the next one!

[@erickessler6094]

Excellent Install prep Jake! Cheers, Eric

[@thereefaholic]

Great video. I do have an issue with a scrap piece of particle board being used on the sill. I would rather use a piece of pallet wood that particle board in an area like that. The system is great but the average contractor is going to rush that install and that tape is going to be all messed up. That liquid flashing really needs to be inspected by either the CM or some other owner representative prior to that window going in. It’s way to dependent on its correct installation. the average contractor in any place I have ever lived or worked can’t install Tyvek correctly. These are great products I just with more builders took this much care in the correct installation of the system as you do.

[@Aepek]

Do love using European style windows, the opening lever and tilt are awesome and great, imo. Glad to see more and more ppl choosing to have them in there homes when planning. Also, really do like installing them, kinda weird I know; but they just install “great”, imo

[@bamc3835]

tnx for sharing, jake! and for explaining this so much better, including the math used to avoid more labor. could u pls post a video showing prep and install of US windows with the typical nail fin

[@kaptincrazy]

what type of liquid flash are you using

[@sbennet1447]

Thanks for the video. I've been wondering about the install of these windows. Would be nice to see some detail on how the exterior tape is installed. That step was kinda hurried on the video.

[@MartyHuie]

Jake, I just posted this question on another video that I think you were in as well. I am installing European windows and my windows are really tall and I was wanting to stand in the seal. Here is the question I posted on another video. OK out of the blue crazy question, I see all the videos of applying the liquid flash starting at the seal, I was wanting to start mine at the head and do the seal last because my windows are so large that I was going to stand in the windowsill to do the head and the jam and then do the windowsill last am I crazy? Is that stupid just thought about it what if I did the window seal just 6 inches in on each side first then the jam and head and then do the middle between the 2 6 inches of the jam last.

[@tompaj1620]

I think you should install window "flush" with zip panel. Easier to tape, more secure then folding tape in 90 degrees. You also do not create condensation point by thinning insulated wall with window pushed back. BTW, windows are fantastic, just installed manufactured by polish company eko-okna. Fantastic, no comparison to anderson/ marvin.

[@Chrissers2010]

Awesome assembly! I am building our next home on the North Umpqua River and had planned to liquid flash. Love this detail of including the back dam. Can this be applied to a window with a flange? I would think it could.

[@moonshinewarrior]

Great install. What’s an average price on a Schuco window and is the shipping high?

[@anthonylombardi3370]

I would like to see you prep a second story window.

[@ericwotton2046]

Masking it off shows you give a dam. Neat and workman like manner! 👍

[@ericklodnicki]

Any thoughts on framing your window ROs 1/2" wider all around and pack out your jams with 7/16" ZIP? then you've got your continuous WRB and you only need to either tape or liquid flash the corners.

[@bobwhelk2117]

Bravo!!

[@runmarkrunheinrich]

While I can see merit in a continuous material a pragmatic approach of liquid flashing the corners and using Zip tape for the vertical and horizontal legs would be cheaper, faster, and still quite robust for air and water management. In a recent Scott True video with Matt he used Flex Tape in the corners and Zip for the rest of the way around - same concept but with liquid flash. I haven't used flex tape myself but just watching people fuss it I think it would make me want to throw things. Liquid Flash on the other hand is easier than making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

[@MrTooTechnical]

great vid. Where is the bug screens. I cant believe i have NEVER seen a tilt and turn with bug screen. Do these windows magically make the bug snot go near glass. LOL. Anyway, great install.

[@ozwegoe]

where can i get screws like that?

[@thegoodchad3578]

Can you paint it?

[@johnwhite2576]

no slant to the window sill ? is this because this is a "barrier install "??

[@luke9822]

0:47 If you mean a slope to the pan, he mentions that it starts with cutting cedar bevel siding to create the slope they want.

[@Aepek]

2:00 think since “2020 hit” (not saying the word, lol) and material prices went to the moon; all builders/remodelers/trades (ya get it), are very mindful now of waste and making sure to use everything. Remember the days of cutting some OSK or plywood and messing up and like oh well, use somewhere else; grab new ??x4x8 ft sheet…..NOT ANYMORE (definitely doing the measure 6x and check 4x and then cut method now 😉).

[@ericbarritt304]

I'm really curious how the tape holds up over time anyways, especially when there is a lot of heat blaring down on the windows in the summer time.

[@paulrey27]

You might look at how rain screen systems work. Keeps air gap... multiple benefits!

[@sebastiantevel898]

I understand the clean look of the straight edge on the flashing, but by taping there is not any added benefit in the waterproofing, eventually the opposite, since you decrease the surface of the flashing. Once done with building the home, if the guys did a good job with cladding and add a layer of exterior insulation over that zip panels, no one is going to see that flashing for the next 50 years at least. IMO is a waste of time, tape and compound. Other than that is a good video.

[@jendarstudio3067]

which Siga Fentrim tape is this?

[@jendarstudio3067]

Jake, which Siga Fentrim tape is this?

[@johnwardell467]

Too slow

[@silca5532]

Nice video,it would be even nicer if you had provided the type and brand of the liquid flash you're using!