Concrete Wall Window Sill Detail

Figure 73d describes an alternative sill support detail for masonry veneer which includes a poured concrete extension to the slab edge under the window or door and uses a sill tray flashing as detailed for direct fixed cladding situations.

Concrete wall window sill detail.

Base of wall detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing cmu foundation 01 030 0402. Recessed t wall flashing blow up view. When specifying the length of the window sill we normally allow for at least 75mm seating on each side of the opening so use opening width 150mm as a rule of thumb. Lower the window into the framed opening inserting the bottom window edge first then tipping in the top.

When concrete or stone sills are used they should be sloped away from the building and also sloped from the ends toward the center see figs. Window sill sheathing wood studs. Sills be uncored units so that no cores are exposed to view. Many of our window sill profiles are compatible with our precast concrete and cast stone string course profiles.

Sill detail single wythe block this detail shows an 8 nominal split face concrete masonry wall window sill condition. Unsupported brick return at jamb. Provides continuity of the wall system by installation placed around the window in the ro gap. Wanz guide to e2 as1 amd.

In a concrete wall without wood framing install the window framework by fastening it into the concrete wall with self tapping concrete screws. Trim extended t wall flashing. Sill in frame brick veneer construction fig. Flashing is provided below the masonry sill returning vertically at the end termination to form an end dam for more information and to download click here.

7 1 november 2017 window association of new zealand page 19 step c2. Sill in cavity wall construction. Marvin has two systems for this. For a block wall installation fasten with rust resistant screws using a toe nail method through the jambs into the head and sill boards at each corner.

Sheathing wood studs horiz. Extended top of wall flashing enlarged view. Window sill concrete masonry backup. Connection details adobe pdf file joint details adobe pdf file interface details window floor and roof adobe pdf file design resources.

Provide a short backed sill such as a traditional concrete sill for timber frame construction which sits on the outer life and extends into the cavity by an average of 50mm. 1 batten installation system and 2 spray foam vapor seal. Architectural guide specification 396k doc pci. Vertical trim sheathing wood studs.

Is the least important of the seal systems. Acceptable sill detail full or partial fill air barrier continuity ensure partial fill insulation is secured firmly against inner leaf of cavity wall.