Concrete Wall Window Sill Detail

In a concrete wall without wood framing install the window framework by fastening it into the concrete wall with self tapping concrete screws.

Concrete wall window sill detail.

Unsupported brick return at jamb. 1 batten installation system and 2 spray foam vapor seal. Marvin has two systems for this. Window sill detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing 01 030 0501.

Window sill sheathing wood studs. Sill in cavity wall construction. This section provides information and resources related to design of precast concrete systems as well as integration of precast with other systems. The vapor barrier provides continuity across the ro with the wall vapor barrier.

Vertical trim sheathing wood studs. 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. 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. 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.

7 1 november 2017 window association of new zealand page 19 step c2. 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. Connection details adobe pdf file joint details adobe pdf file interface details window floor and roof adobe pdf file design resources. Window sill concrete masonry backup.

Sills be uncored units so that no cores are exposed to view. Sill detail single wythe block this detail shows an 8 nominal split face concrete masonry wall window sill condition. Architectural guide specification 396k doc pci. 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.

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. Extended top of wall flashing enlarged view. Lower the window into the framed opening inserting the bottom window edge first then tipping in the top. Sill in frame brick veneer construction fig.

Wanz guide to e2 as1 amd. Provides continuity of the wall system by installation placed around the window in the ro gap. Base of wall detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing cmu foundation 01 030 0402. Many of our window sill profiles are compatible with our precast concrete and cast stone string course profiles.

Recessed t wall flashing blow up view. Sheathing wood studs horiz.