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Architectural Detailing Guide

Roof and wall flashing Architectural Detailing Manual


How  to design and detail steel clad roofs and walls Clear, concise installation tips and methods for achitects and draftsmen Using flashing to create an architectural feature Industry best practice explained

Lysaght Architectural Detailing Manual 2013

Copyright, disclaimer, and limitation of liability


Copyright Copyright in this information including any designs, text, data, graphics and images belong to BlueScope Steel Ltd, trading as BlueScope Lysaght except as noted. Thanks are given to the New Zealand Metal Roofing Manufacturers Inc. for permission to reproduce text, graphics and drawings from their copyright publication - NZ METAL ROOF AND wall cladding code of practice (Version 3: 2012). All rights reserved. Any use of this publication including reproduction, modification, distribution or republication, in whole or in part*, in any form or medium, without written permission of BlueScope Lysaght is prohibited. Disclaimer While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, BlueScope Lysaght cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions, whether caused by negligence or any other reason, except as limited by law. Product specifications can change without notice, and there is an allowable variance in product dimensions from different manufacturing plants. BlueScope Lysaght has the right to revise the contents of the information supplied to you from time to time without reference to you. All information is provided as a guide only. Before application in a particular situation, BlueScope Lysaght recommends that you receive qualified expert advice confirming the suitability of product(s) and information in question for the application proposed. Limitation of liability This publication is intended to be an aid for professional builders and is not a substitute for professional judgement. Terms and conditions of sale are available at local BlueScope Lysaght sales offices. Except to the extent to which liability may not lawfully be excluded or limited, BlueScope Steel Limited will not be under or incur any liability to you for any direct or indirect loss or damage (including, without limitation, consequential loss or damage such as loss of profit or anticipated profit, loss of use, damage to goodwill and loss due to delay) however caused (including, without limitation, breach of contract, negligence and/or breach of statute), which you may suffer or incur in connection with this publication. The LYSAGHT range of products is made by BlueScope Steel Limited trading as BlueScope Lysaght. Copyright BlueScope Steel Limited April 17, 2013 Produced at BlueScope Lysaght Research & Technology * Except for material taken from NZ METAL ROOF AND wall cladding code of practice (Version 3: 2012) where the permission of the New Zealand Metal Roofing Manufacturers Inc. must be sought.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Scope ......................................................... 3 2. Design Preliminaries............................................................... 4 2.1 Product selection...................................................... 4 2.2 The purpose of flashing........................................... 4 2.3 Materials and finishes.............................................. 5 2.4 Compatibility............................................................... 5 2.5 Support spacings...................................................... 6 2.6 Maximum lengths of roofing................................... 6 2.7 Low roof pitches........................................................ 6 2.8 Wind forces on roofs................................................ 6 2.9 Codes and performance tests................................ 6 2.10 Specifications - roofing profiles........................... 7 2.11 Specifications - walling profiles........................... 8 3. Roof flashings........................................................................... 9 3.1 Design......................................................................... 9 3.2 Roof flashings.......................................................... 10 3.3 Flashing laps............................................................ 11 3.4 Apron flashing......................................................... 11 3.5 Longitudinal flashings............................................ 11 3.6 Transverse flashings............................................... 12 3.7 Using notching tools............................................... 13 3.8 Flashing at change of pitch................................... 14 3.9 Capped bent roofs................................................... 14 3.10 Gutter apron........................................................... 15 3.11 Types of penetration flashing design................ 16 3.12 Flashing large roof penetrations........................ 17 3.13 Flashing small roof penetrations........................ 19 3.14 Expansion............................................................... 20 3.15 Standard roof flashings........................................ 21 3.16 Non standard roof flashings, cappings............. 24 3.17 Box gutters............................................................. 25 3.18 Barge gutters and capping................................. 26 4. Typical wall flashings............................................................ 27 4.1 Cladding orientation............................................... 27 4.2 Walling profile running horizontally..................... 27 4.3 Types of flashings................................................... 28 4.4 Optional wall trims.................................................. 29 4.5 Mid-wall connections............................................ 30 4.6 Internal wall connections...................................... 30 4.7 External corner connections................................. 31 4.8 Flashing for horizontal cladding........................... 31 4.9 Flashing for horizontal corrugate cladding........ 32 4.10 Flashings for vertical cladding........................... 32 4.11 Window flashings for metal cladding................ 33 4.12 Window flashing types......................................... 33 4.13 Flush window flashings........................................ 34 4.14 Recessed window flashings............................... 36 4.15 Butt window flashings.......................................... 37

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1. Introduction and Scope


Correct detailing of LYSAGHT roof and wall flashing has more than cosmetic importance - it is essential in ensuring the wet weather performance of the cladding. Correct flashing and detailing will improve the overall appearance of the finished job. The advice given in this manual is consistent with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia and is aimed at ensuring that correct practice is specified into building contruction. In many instances, alternative methods are examined to provide a clear understanding of the implications arising from these alteratives. And finally, the examples shown are typical of the work to be carried out and may not apply to specific situations or specific LYSAGHT cladding products. In all cases, a qualified tradesman should be engaged to ensure the advice given here is applicable to your intended use. We hope that the information supplied provides clear, concise direction in the correct design and detailing of roof and wall flashing for architects and draghtsmen. The manual is set out in two parts, design and flashing. For overall roof and wall design, refer to the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation Manual. If these products are to be used in cyclonic areas as defined in AS 1170.2; 2011, you must also refer to the Lysaght Cyclonic Area Design Manual. Both these publications are availble at: www.lysaght.com

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2 Design preliminaries
2.1 Product selection
When you incorporate steel cladding into your building Lysaght offers a wide range of profiles from which to choose. Whilst roofing and walling obviously have to keep out the weather, they also have significant effects on the looks, cost and durability of a building. If you are unsure about any product feature, visit www.lysaght.com, call our information line or seek advice from the relevant specialists.
BlueScope Lysaght has been supplying the Australian building industry with premium products for over 150 years, and our technical literature provides the engineering data to design buildings using our products.

2.2 Purpose of flashing


The purpose of a flashing is to divert water away from any point of entry, and to make any building weatherproof. Flashings and cappings are strips of metal formed to weatherproof the edges of roofing and walling. For the purposes of this chapter, only the term flashing is used. The following sections should be considered as a guide only. For a comprehensive account of flashing guidelines, refer to HB39-1997. Similar methods of flashing are used for different claddingprofiles. You can adapt the principles to suit your application. In all cases it is important to have ample cover provided by the flashing and proper turn-up of the cladding underneath. Be careful when moving between supports. Do not walk in the pan immediately adjacent to flashings or translucent sheeting. Walk at least one pan away. Lysaght has a range of standard flashings. We can also supply custom flashings to your requirements ask your local service centre for details. Flashings are not only required to provide weather-resistance the many junctions on a roof or wall structure, but are also a very visible part of the roof and wall cladding design, and perform an important role in the aesthetic appearance of the building. Experience is required to design, cut and fasten flashings that will last the lifetime of the roof or wall cladding, and specialist assistance should be sought where this experience is not available. All flashings must be designed to prevent ponding of water or build-up of debris. Flashings must be designed to provide weather-resistance for the roof or wall cladding without reliance on sealant as the prime means of providing weatherresistance. Unpainted galvanised steel is incompatible with most inert materials and is subject to inert catchment corrosion.

In particular, architects and builders should consult chapters 2 to 6 of the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation Manual. We urge the reader to consult this document for overall design and fixing advice, although selected parts of that information are repeated here. The appropriate design will depend on your particular needs and circumstances. You should get advice from the relevant qualified specialists where required.

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2.3 Materials and finishes


To ensure equal durability, flashings, ridge cappings, and accessories should be manufactured from the same material, and have the same coating system, as the material used for the roof and wall cladding. When this is not possible, or if different materials are intended or specified, the alternative materials should be compatible for both contact and runoff. Our most widely used cladding profiles are listed in Tables 2.10.1 and 2.11.1. They are available in colorbond prepainted steel, or in unpainted zincalume aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel. colorbond pre-painted steel has either a aluminium/ zinc alloy-coated steel or stainless steel base metal, with a range of organic coatings to cope with exposure to a range of environments.

2.4 Compatibility
When two dissimilar metals are in contact and moisture is present, one metal is relatively protected while the other suffers accelerated corrosion. Galvanic or bimetallic corrosion can also occur when water flows over dissimilar metals. The design of flashings has a direct relationship to corrosion, as the underlying design principle is to keep the metal dry, to avoid any retention of moisture by debris, and to provide all flashings with a minimum fall of 11 or 12 to avoid ponding. The designer and roofing contractor should be aware of compatibility issues when combining materials in a roof system or placing assemblies such as air-conditioning units, solar collectors and walkways on top of roof cladding. If materials are combined incorrectly, severe localised corrosion may occur. It is very important that flashings be made from materials that are compatible with the cladding (Section 2.10, LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation Manual). Lead flashing is not recommended, however it will usually be retained when re-roofing, because it is usually cemented into the structure. In these cases: the top surface of the lead flashing must be painted with a good quality exterior paint system (to limit contamination with lead compounds in water running off the flashing); and there must be a barrier between the lead flashing and the cladding: either a plastic strip (such as polythene dampcourse), or paint. Flashings should conform to AS/NZS 2179.1:1994, and be compatible with the cladding (Section 2.10, LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation Manual). Materials for flashings are available in zincalume or colorbond finishes.

colorbond is prepainted steel for exterior roofing and walling. It is the most widely used. colorbond METALLIC is prepainted steel for superior aesthetic qualities displaying a metallic sheen. colorbond ULTRA is prepainted steel for severe coastal or industrial environments (generally within about 100 to 200 metres of the source). colorbond stainless is prepainted stainless steel for very severe coastal or industrial environments (generally within about 100 metres of the source). It is subject to availability and long lead times. Check with your local BlueScope Lysaght office for availability of profiles, materials, finishes, colours, accessories; and for suitability of the product. Tables 2.10.1 and 2.11.1 list general information for profile selection. Refer to our publications on specific products for detailed specifications. There are also publications on zincalume steel and colorbond prepainted steel from our information line (Page 1).

Typical material specifications


zincalume aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel complying with AS 1397:2011. Minimum yield strengths are 550MPa (G550), or 300MPa (G300) depending on profile. Minimum coating mass is AZ150 (150g/m2 ) Colorbond is a pre-painted steel. The painting complies with AS/NZS 2728 and the steel base is an aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel complying with AS 1397:2011. Minimum yield strengths are 550MPa (G550), or 300MPa (G300) depending on profile.Minimum coating mass is AZ150 (150g/m2) Colorbond Ultra is a pre-painted steel. The painting complies with AS/NZS 2728 and the steel base is an aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel complying with AS 1397:2011. Minimum yield strengths are 550MPa (G550), or 300MPa (G300) depending on profile. Minimum coating mass is AZ200 (200g/m2)
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2.5 Support spacings


The maximum recommended support spacings are shown in Tables 2.13.1 and 2.14.1 of the LYSAGHT Roofing and Walling Installation Manual. They are based on data in accordance with AS 1562.1:1992 Design and installation of sheet roof and wall cladding: Metal, and AS 4040.1:1992 Methods of testing sheet roof and wall claddingResistance to concentrated loads. The spacings in the tables are recommended to produce adequate performance of claddings under concentrated loading (incidental for maintenance). For support spacings in wind conditions, refer to our publications on specific products for wind pressure data. In all cases, cladding is fixed to a support of 1.0mm minimum base metal thickness (BMT) and minimum yield stress of 550MPa. If you want to use metal battens thinner than 1.0mm, seek advice from our information line.

2.7 Low roof pitches


Unless there is adequate positive fall in a roof, there is danger of ponding, which can lead to a reduced service life, particularly in coastal areas. At low slopes, say around 1 in 50 (1) slope, all roof supports must be in the one plane because slight variations can result in zero or negative fall. This may occur even after completion of the building as the result of settlement, timber warping or shrinking, or extra loadings (like air conditioners). Minimum recommended roof slopes are listed in Table 2.12.1 of the LYSAGHT Roofing and Walling Installation Manual. As a guide, wherever possible, you should design for a minimum slope of 1 in 30 (2). Roof slopes lower than the recommended minimum may be available subject to enquiry and will be dependent upon the roof application and building details.

2.8 Wind forces on roofs 2.6 Maximum lengths of roofing


The valleys (or pans) of roofing have to carry water to the gutters. If the valleys overfill in heavy rain, water can flow into the roof through the side-laps and flashings. Factors affecting waterproof and drainage capacity of the laps of a profile include: the width and depth of the valleys or pans; the pitch of the roofrain flows faster on a steeper pitch; rainfall intensity for the geographical area; the length of the roof from ridge to gutter; and penetrations that cause nearby valleys to carry extra rain diverted from valleys obstructed by the penetration (Figure 2.14.1). The maximum recommended roof lengths for drainage for each profile are given in Table 2.14.1 of the LYSAGHT Roofing and Walling Installation Manual. Winds create considerable forces on both the topside and the underside of roof cladding, and you must consider these forces in the design and fixing of any roof. The forces are: inward forces tending to collapse the roof cladding inwards, caused by wind acting directly on the windward side; and outward forces tending to lift the roof cladding from its framing, and the entire roof structure from the rest of the building. Outward forces can be caused both by uplift from negative wind pressures, outside the building; and by positive wind pressure inside the building. Generally the greatest wind forces imposed on roofs are due to the outward forces. Because the dead weight of roofing materials is relatively small, the outward forces must be resisted by the roof fasteners. It is very important that the battens and roof framing are adequately fixed to the rafters and walls, and that claddings and flashings also be fixed to withstand these pressures.

2.9 Codes and performance tests


AS 1562.1:1992 specifies the design and installation of sheet metal roof and wall cladding. Our roofing profiles satisfy all the requirements of this standard, including the ability of the roof to resist outward forces and concentrated loads. The testing is performed according to AS 4040.1:1992 and AS 4040.2:1992. Flashings and cappings, although not tested separately, must comply to the fixing requirements of the cladding to deliver equal performance.

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2.10 Specifications - roofing


Table 2.10.1
Specifications of roofing & walling profiles

Eaves Overhang3

Eaves Overhang3

CUSTOM ORB4

CUSTOM BLUE ORB4 CUSTOM ORB4

CUSTOM BLUE ORB4 FLATDEK5

FLATDEK5 FLATDEK II5

FLATDEK II5 820 INTEGRITY

1500

1800

2100

200

600

INTEGRITY 820 KLIP-LOK 406


1500 1650 2050 2350 1800 1750 2350 3000 2100 2200 2800 3600 200 150 200 250 600 450 500 550 2600 3000 3300 3200 3450 3600 3850 3900 3900 150 200 250

KLIP-LOK 406 KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH

0.60

6.6

0.60

6.6

KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH KLIP-LOK CLASSIC 700

1650 2050 2350 -

1750 2350 1800 3000 2100

2200 2800 2200 3600 3050

150 200 200 250 250

450 500 500 550 600

2600 3000 3300 -

3200 3450 2150 3600 2500

3850 3900 3250 3900 3550

150 200 300 250 400

1800 2100

2200 3050

200 250

500 600

2150 2500

3250 3550

300 400

KLIP-LOK CLASSIC 700 LONGLINE 305 (not tapered)

LONGLINE 305 (not tapered) SPANDEK6

SPANDEK6 SPANRIB

SPANRIB TRIMDEK
2

TRIMDEK
5 2

See Section 2.15 of the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation manual. of the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation manual for explanation of stiffened. FLATDEK & FLATDEK II are Home Improvement profiles. Please refer to the brochures for more installation details. See Section 2.15 of the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation manual. of the LYSAGHT Roofing & Walling Installation manual for explanation of stiffened. FLATDEK & FLATDEK II are Home Improvement profiles. Please refer to the brochures for more installation details.

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2.11 Specifications - walling


Table 2.11.1
Specifications of profiles for walling only

Overhang mm

EASY-CLAD

MINI ORB7

MULTICLAD

PANELRIB6

TRIMWALL

WALLCLAD

0.42

4.1

272

260

12

1000

1000

n/a

WEATHERBOARD

Roofing & Walling profiles

walling profiles only

Step

O ES IS IS ES Spacing definitions ES = End span IS = Internal span O = Overhang O

Single span

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3. Roof Flashing
3.1 Design
All roof cladding edges located other than at the gutter, must have a cover flashing fastened on both faces. Flashings at the periphery of roof or wall cladding are subject to high suction or negative wind loads that often exceed all other positive imposed loads. As a result the wind design load can be up to twice that of the main roof area and extra fixings are required to fix flashings. The design wind load specific to any particular building, will determine the number and the spacing of flashing fasteners. There is however a minimum number of fastenings that should be provided to avoid flexing, oil canning or fatigue cracking of metal cladding under fluctuating loads and also to prevent noise or flutter. Screws are preferred to rivets for fastening flashings because the larger diameter shank gives a greater shear capacity, and as they have a bigger head a washer can be used to increase the pull over resistance per fastener. The ingress of rain into the roof or wall cavity via the flashings is predominantly caused by the pressure differential between the outside air and that inside the roof or wall cavity. This pressure differential caused by wind gusting is a dynamic one and fluctuates greatly, which means that a cyclic or pumping action can occur when water is sucked into the joint or cavity that a flashing is covering. An anti-capillary offset fold, a clearance gap of up to 5mm or a sealant should be provided on all flashing edges to avoid capillary action where flashings are in close contact with the roof or wall cladding. Flashings, other than standard ridging, are produced to specific order and are designed and manufactured from flat sheet or coil. If these flashings are required to match the colour of the profiled cladding sheets it is necessary for the pre-painted flat sheet or coil to be made by the same manufacturer using the same process in order to avoid differential colour matching or fading. Preferred maximum length of flashing is 6m, with expansion joints provided after a maximum of two lengths of flashing (12m) have been fixed together, as any lap secured by rivets or screws effectively becomes one length. Flashings are restricted in length in the same manner as are roof and wall cladding sheets and are subject to the same requirements and expansion provisions. The edges of all flashings must be spaced at a minimum distance of 2mm - 5mm away from an adjacent horizontal surface to avoid moisture retention and deterioration at the cut edge of coated steel flashings. This clearance applies particularly when a cut edge is very close to concrete or plaster or butyl rubber. The end of wall cladding should not extend down to any apron flashing, but should have minimum clearance (CL) of 25mm and a maximum clearance of 50mm.

Figure 3.3.1
Barge

C = Minimum cover Cl = Clearance


CL CL c c Smooth cladding Profiled

c CL Smooth CL

Profiled cladding

Figure 3.3.2

Vertical apron

Figure 3.3.3
Parapet
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3.2 Roof flashings

Chased apron

Figure 3.2.3

Chased apron

Figure 3.2.6

Vertical cladding

Vertical cladding Stop end turned down Diverter

Angle diverter

Stop end turned down

Angled apron 110

Figure 3.2.4

Angle diverter

Figure 3.2.7

Angled apron 110 Stop end turned down

Angled apron 45

Stop end turned down

Figure 3.2.5
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Angled apron 45

Figure 3.2.8

Two piece apron

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3.3 Flashing laps


A lap is that part of a flashing that overlaps or covers any portion of the same shaped component, and is variously described as an end lap, overlap or underlap. Laps should comply with the following criteria: an overlap must run in the same direction as the water i.e.  downhill; an overlap must run over not under; an overlap must be across the fall or at a shallow angle; water must flow over a lap not into it; a lap must be self-draining and not rely solely on sealant; a lap must be mechanically fixed; a sealed lap must have a minimum of width of 25mm;

3.4 Apron Flashing


Cladding should not fit tightly down onto the horizontal surface of any apron flashing as it will retain moisture and collect dirt and debris and should have minimum clearance of 25mm.

3.5 Longitudinal flashings


Longitudinal flashings run parallel to the pans or valleys, and are made to suit the cladding profile (Figure 11.2.1). They should have an edge turned-down to dip into the pan or valley.

Flashing Cover
The minimum recommended cover of longitudinal flashings over cladding should be as follows: (as taken from HB39-1997)
Pierce fixed roof sheet Concealed fixed roof sheet 150mm min. Into full pan (2/3 pan covered)

Figure 3.5.1

Typical longitudinal flashings

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3.6 Transverse flashings


Transverse flashings run across the pans or valleys (Figure 3.6.1). They usually have a stiffening lip, along the lower edge, which is turned-down to dip into the pan or valley. To maximise weatherproofing, the bent lip is profiled to fit. The turn-down for transverse flashings for custom orb and custom blue orb can be fashioned to fit the profile by either notching or scribing to match the corrugations, or lightly dressed into the valleys. The type of fashioning (if any) depends upon profile shape and the type of material used to flash. Fashioning is preferred for low-slope roofs. The turn-down for transverse flashings for wide panned cladding is always notched or scribed to fit over the ribs.

Every 4th rib (minimum)

Every 3rd rib (minimum)

Flashing Cover
BlueScope Lysaght produces a range of standard flashings (hip, barge, apron). To increase weather-resistance, Lysaght recommends you maximise the overlap between flashings and claddings. Refer to Table 8.1.2 in HB-39 for greater detail.

Fixing of Flashings
Longitudinal flashings shall be fastened at maximum 500mm centres. Transverse flashings shall be fastened in accordance with HB39-1997, as detailed below.

Profile Recommended Fixing Spacing (min.) Custom Orb/Custom Blue Orb Every 4th rib SPANRIB Every rib Klip-lok 406 Every rib Klip-lok 700 High Strength Every rib Klip-lok classic 700 Every rib Longline 305 Every rib Spandek Every 3rd rib Trimdek Every rib
The above fastener spacing relates to the stitching of flashings to sheeting. It does not constitute the minimum number of fasteners required to fix the sheeting to purlins.

Every rib

Figure 3.6.1

Notching tools
Hand-operated notching tools cut one notch at a time. Each tool matches only one cladding profile. There are two types of tool; their use depends on whether or not the edge of the flashing has first been bent down.

Typical transverse flashings

Table 3.6.1

Notching tools

KLIP-LOK 406 KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH KLIP-LOK CLASSIC 700 SPANDEK, TRIMDEK Others subject to inquiry.

Flashings provide the essential weatherproofing at the edges, and they sharpen the image of the finished job.
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3.7 Using notching tools


After the cladding is fixed and the turn-ups finished, proceed as follows. Place a flashing with the notch-edge resting on the ribs. Locate your notching tool over a rib with the notching head against the flashing.
vertical tool:

The body locates along the rib. the lugs on the underside locates on top

horizontal tool:

of the rib. Raise the handle to open the tool and:


vertical tool:

lift the flashing into the mouth of the tool;

horizontal tool: slide the mouth of the tool over the edge of the flashing as far as it will go.

Push down on the handle to perform the notching. Repeat for all ribs, checking in each case that the flashing is correctly positioned. If you are using a horizontal tool, bend down the tongues between the notches over a suitable straight edge (such as a piece of timber).

Figure 3.7.1

Using notching tools

Notching with tinsnips


If notching tools are not available, flashings can be notched to the rib profile with tinsnips (Figure 3.7.2). The procedure is sometimes known as scribing. After the cladding is fixed and the turn-ups finished, proceed as follows. Place the flashing with the turned-down edge resting on the ribs. Mark out the notching using a template positioned over each rib. Cut the notches with tinsnips. This procedure is also used for hip cappings.

Fasteners for transverse flashings


You must properly fix both flashings and the ends of all sheets. Where the cladding is pierce-fixed through crests, and the position of the purlin allows it, the fasteners used to fix the sheets, may also fix the flashings. On all other installations, pierce-fix your flashing to the ribs or crests of the sheets.

Joining flashings
The overlaps of transverse flashings should be sealed with a recommended sealant and fastened. Before finally positioning and fixing the lap, turn over the top piece and apply a 3mm bead of sealant across the flashing, about 12mm from the end.

Figure 3.7.2

Using a template to mark out for notching with tinsnips

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3.8 Flashing at change of pitch

Figure 3.8.1

Typical flashing at changes of pitch

3.9 Capped bent ribbed roofs


Tray cladding can be used in continuous lengths from eave to eave by cutting the ribs and bending the pans at the ridgeline. The same process is used on Mansard roofs. Caps are fitted over the cut ribs, which open up when the pans are bent. Fitting the rib caps can be time-consuming and care must be taken with sealing to avoid any possibility of leakage. The ribs must be cut squarely, with a metal cutting blade in a power saw, set to the depth of the rib minus 2mm. In some states pressed steel caps may be available to suit klip-lok ribs, though the range of angles is limited. Caps can be handmade to suit any angle from flat sheet. klip-lok is most frequently used for capped bent ribbed roofs, but longline 305, trimdek or even spandek can be used. For these four profiles the rib caps can be made from pieces of rib profile cut from a short length of cladding. A neutral-cure silicon sealant should be used.

Figure 3.9.1

and on flanges.

Capped bent ribbed roof

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3.10 Gutter apron


Where the ends of roof cladding are exposed to contaminants such as sea salt or industrial pollutants it is better practice to provide an over flashing which discharges into the gutter or spouting for the following reasons. (see Figure 3.10.1 & 3.10.2)  It provides a measure of protection to the underside of the roof cladding and the underlay.  It provides support for the roofing underlay which is subject to damage from wind and UV.  Where PVC spouting is used, there is an air gap between the spouting and the fascia because of the thickness of the brackets. In coastal locations where the ends of roof cladding are exposed this unwashed area becomes susceptible to corrosion and a gutter apron can minimise this risk. If there is no spouting or it has a low front. It provides protection against wind-borne embers.  Where the ends of roof cladding are exposed in a severe environment, contaminants can be driven up the ribs of the cladding. Metal scriber flashings or filler blocks can be used to prevent or inhibit ventilation. The over-flashing should extend 50mm into the gutter and the underlay finishes on the down-slope of the flashing. If there is no over-flashing to the gutter the underlay should be extended into the gutter by a minimum of 20mm..

Figure 3.10.1

Gutter apron: Quad

Figure 3.10.2

Gutter apron: Trimline/Sheerline

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3.11 Types of penetration flashing design


Penetration flashings can be divided into four different types. Type A Underflashings are those that drain at the plane of the roof pan. Soaker (under) flashings Suitable for all pitches; The preferred detail; Make the side curb in line with the rib; Leave minimum all around clearance of 10mm; All upstands minimum of 100mm; Drill for rivets before sealing; Sealed laps must be minimum 25mm; Order cladding sheets longer for lapping; Type B Overflashings are those that drain at the plane of the rib of the roof. These are also known as Watershed or back flashings. Watershed flashings (over or back) Simple Recommended to first purlin from the ridge if > 300mm wide. wide A Not suitable if over 1.100m Type

Type A Under soaker

Under soaker

Type B Over watershed

Type

Not universally accepted aesthetically Can be used in conjunction with sprung or over-roof design. Type C Tapered flashings that drain at the plane of the roof pan at the top, and over the ribs at the bottom. These are also known as under/over or transition flashings. Tapered or transition flashings Provides greater run-off capacity Suitable for all roofs > 5. Used for a retrofit Requires support. Type D

soaker

Type B Over watershed

Type C Under/over tapered

Soaker flashings that drain at the plane of the roof pan at the gutter Simple Provides greater run-off capacity Suitable for all roofs > 5 Used for a retrofit Requires support Limited to 1.1m wide and 2.4m long

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3.12 Flashing large roof penetrations


Penetrations through ribbed cladding block the valleys (or pans), and thus affect the free flow of rainwater down a roof. All flashings have to weatherproof the cladding but on the uphill side of large penetrations, they also have to channel rainwater sideways into valleys that run unobstructed to the eaves. Four methods are described here. In all methods the ends of cut ribs may be closed off with caps on the outside of the rib, or with plugs inside the ribs. Plugs must be used on side-laps to allow the anti-capillary cavity to drain. Note: For masonry construction, Building Code Australia (BCA) requires the use of Damp Proof Course (DPC) to ensure weather-proofing. For acceptable methods see BCA section on weather-proofing masonry.

Support framing
Wherever one or more of the sheet ribs are cut, you must provide framing to support the cut ends of the roof cladding each side of the penetration.

Figure 3.12.1

Existing flashing
If you have to re-use lead flashings that are built into the structure, special protection is needed.

Flashing method 1: Head gutter

Method 1: Head gutter and apron flashings


This is often the simplest method, and commonly used for existing protrusions (Figure 3.12.1).

Method 2: Flat tray and sleeve


To avoid fitting and sealing end caps to all the sheet ribs on the low side of the penetration, an apron flashing can be fitted to the sleeve and sealed to the tray each side.

Figure 3.12.2

Flashing method 2: Flat tray and sleeve

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Method 3: Tray gutter for steeper roofs


If the roof pitch is more than, say 1 in 12 (5), you cut the roof cladding sufficiently high above the penetration to allow a tray gutter to raise rainwater over the top of the sheet ribs and divert it around the penetration (Figure 3.12.3).

Figure 3.12.3

Flashing method 3: Tray gutter for steeper roofs

Method 4: Penetration close to ridge capping


If a roof penetration is close to a ridge capping (or flashing above the penetration), you can fit a simple flat tray, on top of the roofing, so that it extends from under the capping down to a sleeve around the penetration.

Figure 3.12.4

Flashing method 4: Penetrations close to ridge capping

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3.13 Flashing small roof penetrations


A flanged cylindrical sleeve is a fairly simple method of flashing around small penetrations (such as pipe penetrations) which fit between the ribs of a roof sheet, or penetrate only a single rib. Two methods are described here. Wherever roofing is cut, you must consider providing extra support for the roofing above and below the penetration. Where one or more of the sheet ribs are cut, you must provide framing to support at the cut ends of the roof cladding each side of the penetration.

Method 1: Tapered metal skirt and sleeve


This method uses parts custom-fabricated from metal. There is no positive seal between inside the building and the outside atmosphere (Figure 3.13.1).

Method 2: Sleeve
This is often the simplest method (Figure 3.13.2). Flexible flanged sleeves can be bought for flashing around penetrations of at least 350mm diameter. They overcome the problem of capping and sealing the open ends of cut ribs. A sleeve is commonly used, though silicone sealant has a wider operating temperature range and is available in a wider range of colours. The flange around the base of the sleeve can be contoured by hand to match the cladding profile before it is sealed and fixed to the cladding. Be careful not to dam any valleys or pans so that rainwater can drain freely from the high side of the roof penetration. Moisture held in such areas can cause deterioration of the sheet coating, reduced life expectancy or poor appearance. Where damming of any valley or tray is unavoidable, due to the size of the pipe penetration, treat the installation as a large penetration.

Figure 3.13.1

Small penetration with metal skirt and sleeve

Copper penetrations
All copper pipe penetrations through zincalume or colorbond steel cladding must be physically and electrically isolated from the cladding. This can be done by using a sleeve of PVC polythene or similar plastic that is also ultra-violet stable.

Figure 3.13.2

Small penetration with sleeve (Dektite sleeve illustrated)

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3.14 Expansion
Background on thermal expansion
All metals expand and contract with changes in temperature. Although steel is by far the least affected of all the metals commonly used for roof and wall cladding, the changes in length experienced in very long runs of roofing are significant. On a clear hot summer day, with no wind, the steel temperature in roof cladding can reach approximately 50C in colorbond surfmist, 60C in plain zincalume and more than 80C in colorbond night sky. Examples of the thermal changes in lengths of steel cladding that would result from various temperature changes in the steel are shown in Table 3.14.1. The actual expansion or contraction between the end of a sheet and the last support would only be a fraction of the figures shown because the movement in the length of fixed cladding would normally take place from the centre towards each end of the sheet. The movement at each end is thus only half the total expansion or contraction. Transverse thermal expansion poses no problems in ribbed cladding because each rib absorbs some transverse movement.

Table 3.14.1

Thermal expansion and contraction of steel cladding

Table 3.14.2

Maximum distance between top & bottom rows of fasteners on a sheet, before expansion joint is needed

Expansion joints
Thermal expansion effects are mitigated by slight bending of fastener shanks, thermal movement of the building structure, and slight flexing of the purlins (where they are not restrained by cleats or bridging). However, for very long runs of roofing, you should include an expansion joint to overcome linear thermal expansion. Table 3.14.2 shows the maximum distance between the top and bottom rows of fasteners on a pierce-fixed sheet. For LONGLINE in distances of greater than 35m, please contact your Service Centre for advice. If the total length of two sheets pierce-fixed through the lap, or a single sheet exceeds this distance, then an expansion joint is needed. There should be no more than one pierce-fixed end-lap between expansion joints. An expansion joint involves overlapping the ends of the upper sheets over the ends of the lower sheetsbut with a clearance between them (about 15mm). A typical overlap is 250mm (this overlap is not the same as the overhang in Table 3.7.1 which does not apply to expansion joints). The clearance is usually created by having all the purlins for the roofing on the high side of the joint, higher than the roofing on the low side of the joint. An extra purlin is needed at the joint. A baffle flashing provides weatherproofing. See Figure 3.14.1. Where there is a risk of high winds, or the ribs result in a large opening, you may need protection, such as extra flashing or the inclusion of closed-cell foam infill strips.

/pans

Sheeting turned down Baffle flashing. Notch over ribs & fasten to underlapping sheet

Added protection if required

250 mm minimum overlap

Depth of sheeting plus 15 mm

Trays turned up 25 mm min. clearance

300 mm

Figure 3.14.1

Expansion joint detail

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3.15 Standard roof flashings


LYSAGHT Standard flashings by region
Although some flashings are common to all regions, the climactic conditions can cause variations in the local product requirements. Please check with your local BlueScope Lysaght sales representative for the product offer in your area. Other flashings are available as special orders.

New South wales


Barge capping
CUSTOM ORB & BLUE ORB 200 160 10

Ridge capping
*Nominate roof pitch CUSTOM ORB & BLUE ORB

Apron flashing
CUSTOM ORB & BLUE ORB 100

Valley flashing
Valley flashing 20 20 180

180 160 120 120

70

20 30

20

180

180
120

180

30

TRIMDEK & SpANDEK 100

Ribbed valley

TRIMDEK & SpANDEK TRIMDEK & SpANDEK 70 190 120 120 10 30 30 KLIpLOK 180 120 120 10 40 40 160 * 160 120 120 40 170 * 170 120 120 30 170 120 120 30 210 140 140 210

KLIpLOK & SpANRIB 100

Structural valley 145 145

KLIpLOK

160 120 120

40

145

145

70

Valley support

Tile flashing
CUSTOM ORB & BLUE ORB 545 *Nominate angle * deg 140

Barge roll
50 dia. 2400 mm length only

CUSTOM ORB & BLUE ORB 50 127 * 19 300 10 127 19 230

Barge gutter

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Barge roll capping


190 50 160 20 160

TRIMDEK & SpANDEK 10 220 * deg 140 KLIpLOK & SpANRIB 10 210 * deg 140

2400 mm length only Spear point

30

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550 or 770mm wide

150 10 10 70

150

SPANDEK & TRIMDEK SPANDEK & TRIMDEK

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3.16 Non standard roof flashings, cappings and gutters


This page shows some non-standard profiles. Please ask your local BlueScope Lysaght office for other options.
G ir th range
100 200 300 400 500 (m m) 600 750 900 1000 1200

Preliminary Check with your local BlueScope Lysaght office for: 1. Available girth range 2. Available colours 3. Profiles not shown 4. Maximum lengths 5. Lead times 6. How to handle tapered flashings

Order requirements On a sketch show 1. Profile type 2. Colour (or zincalume steel, or galvabond if not colorbond steel) 3. Side on which colour is to be (use letters shown below) 4. Dimensions (use letters shown below) 5. Angles on all bends that are not 90 degrees 6. Quantity and lengths

Profile types
Type 1 (CF1)
B A C D

Type 5 (CF5)
A B C

Type 9 (CF14)
A B C

Type 12 (CF32)

A B

Type 2 (CF2)
C A B

E F G H

Type 6 (CF11)
A B C

Type 10 (CF15)
A B

E D

Type 13 (CF33)
A B C

Type 3 (CF3)
C D

Type 7 (CF12)
A E B C D

B A

Type 11 (CF31)
A E

Type 14 (CF35)
A C D B C D

Type 4 (CF4)
C D

Type 8 (CF13)
A B C

(Up to 400mm girth)

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3.17 Box gutters


LYSAGHT standard design
Box gutters are designed to suit large water carrying capacity requirements, usualy on commercial buildings. In effect, a box gutter operates like an open drain. Designing for a box gutter requires adequate support for the gutter be provided, both at the sides and below, to provide for the anticipated weight of the water collected. As with all gutters, adequate fall must be provided as well as a rainhead or other large capacity drainage system.

Box gutter

Box gutter

Figure 3.17.1 Box gutter

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3.18 Barge Gutters and cappings


Barge gutters are designed to provide an option for the rainwater carrying capacity for the sides of buildings. This detail is the most common way to flash the side of a steel clad roof.

Barge flashing

100mm 150mm Barge 150mm Barge flashing Flange to match profile depth

150mm

Purlin Barge

2-piece seamed barge capping required for curved roofs

Figure 3.18.1

Barge gutters and cappings

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4. Typical wall flashings


4.1 Cladding orientation
Cladding is usually installed with the profile running vertically or horizontally, though sheets have been laid diagonallythe choice is aesthetic. Wind can drive rain hard against wall flashings, so it is important that you pay attention to the detailing of flashings around windows, doors, re-entrant and external corners, to ensure you get a watertight building. You also want a neat appearance. We make wall flashings for some wall claddings (like easyclad and mini orb) which are sometimes called trims. Where these are not suitable, custom-made flashings can be easily produced following the general principles described in this section.

4.2 Walling profile running horizontally


It is usual to lay the first sheet at the bottom of a wall and work upwards towards the eaves. You want the window and door flashings to fit properly into the valleys, so you should locate the first sheet relative to the heads and sills of doors and windows. Thus, you first have to decide where the cladding will eventually be located at the heads of doorways and at the heads and sills of windows before you place the first sheet. Where possible, select the vertical size of windows so that the flashings at both heads and sills will coincide neatly with the pitch of your profile Be sure that the crests of the profile align with each other on adjacent walls, either side of a cornerthis ensures that horizontal flashings fit properly into all valleys. Where valleys create a void at flashings, use closed-cell foam plastic infill Where wind-driven rain can be expected, turn back the edges of flashing to restrict water movement past the flashing.
Continuous beads of silicon

Direction of water flow

150-200mm overlap

Continuous beads of silicon

200

/300

mm

Straight overlap flashing

Soaker (underlap) flashing

15mm 25mm (15mm min.)

15mm Openings Minimum fall for drainage 5

Minimum fall for drainage 5 Maximum as recommended for profile m imu min m 50m

Sheet Overhang

Recommended Minimum Drainage

Flashing is fixed using self drilling screws or rivets. Fixing as close as possible to the edge reduces distortion. Wind exposed areas near the edge of the building may require additional fixing.

Figure 4.1.1

Types of flashing laps


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4.3 Types of flashings


10mm minimu m
10 min mm imu m

mi 10m ni m m um
35 typical

A small gap may remain after crushing.

to suit depth of profile

135 typical
m m um 10 nim i m
m m m 10 imu in m

Drip Edge

Flatten

Edge Break

Mountain Fold

Turn Down

Figure 4.1.1
Edge types

150
mm

/250

mm

150

/250

Roof Underlap

Roof Overlap

100/150mm

100/150mm

Drip edge

100/150mm Vertical Wall Overlap Vertical Wall Overlap 50/100mm Wall Side Overlap (Horizontal sheeting)

Vertical Wall Underlap

50/100mm Wall Side Underlap (Horizontal sheeting)

50/100mm

Figure 4.1.3
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28 20 15 22 17 15 28 28CD3 Fascia to soffit section

4.4 Optional wall trims


15 CD122 Trim channel 38
20 15

Available in zincalume 28 38 steel or colorbond steel*

38

38 28 corner trim CD5 External


22 17

38 CD27 Fascia to soffit section

25
46
15

28

28 28 75

38

145

22 17

25

r trim 15

28

38 ffit section
27

CD 1 Trim Channel CD 3 Fascia to Soffit Section, 16 Use with Multiclad, Use with Panelrib, Mini 145 trim CD 6 Internal corner CD30 Fascia capping 25 Easyclad orb, Easyclad, MulticlaD CD1 Trim channel
75

38 CD27 Fascia to soffit section 38 CD1 Trim channel

28 19 CD3 Fascia to soffit section 27

45 28 38 25 15 CD1 Trim channel CD5 External corner trim CD3 Fascia to soffit section CD4 Feature section 50 CD 4 Feature Section Soffit CD 5 External Corner. Use 19

10

15

19

38

28
38

19 25

15 Mini Use with Panelrib, with Panelrib, Multiclad EC3 Fascia capping CD8 purlin hatorb. section orb, Easyclad, MulticlaD easyclad and Mini 38 25

46

45

50 19 25 15 28 28 38 g38 EC3 Fascia hat section 15 28 17 capping 28CD8 purlin CD 6 Internal 10 25 CD5 External 38 10 corner trim corner trim 28 28 20 25 28 28 15 15 CD3 Fascia to soffitCD5 section Feature section 38 CD 6 Internal External CD39 Trim channel CD4 Feature section corner trim CD 6 Internal Corner. Use corner trim CD 8 Purlin hat 30Section

22

38
38

19
25
38
15

25

30
15

27 38
38

CD 6 Internal corner trim

xternal corner

0
38 38

with Panelrib, Multiclad 25corner CD24and Internal easyclad Mini orb.


CD15 Tee section 18
38 15 20 20 33 38

38 20 28 Use with Multiclad, 48 38 easy- Hat. Use with Panelrib, 38 Easy- Panelrib, Multiclad CD23 External clad clad and Minicorner orb. and Mini orb. Multiclad CD20 Buttcorner joint trim-Top hat CD6 Internal CD5 External corner CD24 Internal corner 25 15

20

2.5 CD1 Trim channel 38 CD15 Tee section CD 15 Tee Section. Use with

28 38 CD40 Starting clip CD 20 Butt Joint trim - Top


CD20 Butt joint trim-Top hat

28 16 20 CD30 Fascia capping 20

CD 6 corn

CD6

2.5

28

38 25

CD40 Starting clip 38


38 15 15 28

48

28 38

15

20 nal corner at

15

38

A)

ner trim

22 20 75 19 20 CD22 Edge trim 38 27 22 38 20 15 38 38 CD21 Butt joint trim-Overlap 17 28 (Subject to enquiry in SA) CDcorner 26 Internal corner CD25 External corner CD6 Internal corner corner Butt External joint trim-Top hat Trim CD6 Internal CD5 External corner CD 22 Edge CD 23 External Corner. Use CD 24 CD24 Internal Corner. Use CD 21 Butt Joint TrimCD20 - CD5 38 15 CD21 Butt joint trim-Overlap CD24 Internal corner CD23 External corner Internal corner CD23 17 External 15 16 28 38 38 with Panelrib, Multiclad with Multiclad Use with Multiclad and Panelrib, Overlap. 15 38 Fascia capping 38 corner trim CD 6 Internal E 15 trim CD1with Trim channel CD5 External corner CD27 Fascia to soffit section CD3CD30 Fascia to soffit section Mini orb. (Enquiry only and Mini orb. easyclad Mini orb. Use Multiclad 48 CD1 Trim channel CD5 External corner trim CD27 Fascia to soffit section CD3 Fasc 33 in S.A.) easyclad 33 and 38 38 38 38 18 18 28 22 15 38 145 145 25 4638 38 38 25 46 38 38 15 25 1920 20 22 20 28 CD22 Edge trim 45 75 38 45 75 19 25 19 28 15 27 17 27 (Subject to enquiry in SA) CD 26 Internal corner CD25 External corner CD 26 Internal corner CD25 External corner 15 38 CD21 Butt joint trim-Overlap CD21 Butt joint trim-Overlap 38 5010 50 28 20 15 16 38 28 15 19 16 CD 6 CD3 Internal corner CD30 Fascia capping EC3 Fascia capping CD8 purl CD27 Fascia to soffit section CD30 Fascia Fascia totrim soffit section CD 6 Internal corner trim capping EC3 Fascia capping CD8CD4 purlin hat section CD39 Trim channel Feature section C 28

CD 6 Internal 15 trim corner

CD5 External CD39 Trim channel 38 corner trim

15 CD1 Trim channel 38 38 28 38 38 38 20 28 22

38

38 CD5 External corner trim 28 15 28 33 38 CD22 Edge trim 10 18 (Subject to enquiry in SA) 28 2828 46 38 22

28

CD 26 In

CD4 Feature section

20

CD 27 Fascia to Soffit Section. Use with Panelrib, 145 Multiclad, Easyclad and Mini orb.
28

CD 30 Fascia Capping. Use with Panelrib, Multiclad, 25 trimwall, easyclad and 19 Mini 25 orb. 28
45
38

CD 39 Trim Channel Use 25 with Easyclad.


25 28 28

27

ping

10

20 Our range of wall trims are available for the range of 10LYSAGHT 50 19 20 profiles to provide cladding an attractive compliment to walls, 28 CD39 Trim channel 15 ceilings or soffits. EC3 Fascia capping CD8 purlin hat section CD39 Trim channel CD4 Feature section Some trims are used to start the installation of the walling panels whilst25 others provide the perfect finishing touch. Made from Colorbond or zincalume steel*, they are an attractive, long lasting addition to any walling installation. 30 Not all trims are available in all locations and some 25 state to state - for local availability dimensions may vary from of wall trims, contact your local sales office.

75

38

28

25

25

10

EC 3 Fascia Capping. Use 25 with Panelrib, Multiclad, trimwall, easyclad and Installation - Concealed Fastener Mini orb. 30 First Sheet25 Interm CD 40 Clip 2.5
CD15 Tee section

CD4 2.5 Feature section

CD40 Sta

CD15 Tee section

CD40 Starting clip

First Sheet Trim channel

Starter Clip Use with Easyclad.

CD 40

Final

tion

2.5 *Other materials, such as stanless steel and Colorbond Ultra are available, subject to enquiry. CD15 Tee section

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4.5 Mid wall connections


Depth to suit profile 50mm minimum flange

Cladding profile Flashing

Cladding profile Wall supports Flashing

Continuous silicon seal Cladding profile Flashing Depth to suit profile

30mm min.

Cladding profile Continuous silicon seal Flashing Cladding profile

50mm minimum

Sheet overlap Vertical connection

4.6 Internal wall connections

Internal Corner Trim

Notched to suit profile

Feathered edge (165 typical)

Profile depth

Profile depth + 10-25mm

50mm (typical)

50mm (typical)

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4.7 External corner connections


50mm typical 50mm typical

External Corner Trim

To suit profile To suit profile To suit profile

50mm typical

50mm typical

50mm typical

To suit profile

50mm typical

To suit profile

4.8 Flashing for horizontal cladding

10 50 (75 without hem) 30 50 10 30 30 10 10

Flush head

Flush under jamb 10 75 50

10

10

10

75 50

10 10

Flush sill

10

25 subject to corrugation

Flush jamb
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4.9 Flashing for horizontal corrugate cladding


Designers and contractors using horizontally fixed corrugate sheets as a design feature on industrial developments and commercial buildings, as well as in domestic situations should recognise that a high standard of quality of detailing and fixing of the cladding is required and that there are a number of requirements which differentiate horizontal from vertical profiled cladding. Because horizontal cladding emphasises the defects in the line of the framing to a far greater extent than does vertical cladding, the plane of the supports both horizontally and vertically should be straight within a tolerance of 5mm in 10 metres, and there should be little or no twist between the vertical and horizontal planes of framing members. The cladding contractor should inspect and approve the standard of framing before the commencement of any cladding installation. Horizontal cladding should be fixed in the pan as this provides a stronger, more economical and aesthetic fastening than crest or rib fixing. The number, spacing and the position of the fasteners are determined by the wind design load for the building. A simple and aesthetically acceptable butt detail to join horizontal cladding is to provide a vertical break at structural steel frame centres by the use of a top hat or tee flashing section, but it is necessary to establish the exact sheet length required, and for these sheets to be cut accurately to within 1mm to provide a neat joint. When horizontal metal cladding is directly fixed to a lined and insulated wall, designers should be aware of the likelihood of condensation and it is recommended that horizontal laps should be sealed with lap tape or sealant.

4.10 Flashings for vertical cladding


The flashing detailing for vertical cladding is similar to roof cladding penetrations, as the water from the under has to drain over at the window or door head. The most satisfactory detail is to provide a sheet lap at the head flashing, which enables automatic weathering by profiling the vertical upstand of the head flashing or by flattening the lap. This detail can be used for corrugated, ribbed and trapezoidal cladding. Do not stop end the flashing but turn it down as drawing 4.10.1 and 4.10.2

Figure 4.10.1

Flashings for vertical cladding

100mm crush and fold to be flattened over a spacer bar

Figure 4.9.1
Butt details
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4.12 Window flashing types


Window flashings have been divided into three types: (a) flush mounted, (b) recessed or reveal and (c) butt. The height of the window should determine the module set-out of horizontal cladding. The sequence of flashing around penetrations such as windows can determine the design, as good weathering details can only be achieved if the windows are installed after the metal cladding and flashings. The installation of a head flashing requires that it is behind the cladding and weathers the window by exiting over the cladding, with the thickness or depth of the cladding determining the offset, which should have a fall to the front of a minimum of 10. When lapping horizontal cladding it is therefore logical to lap the cladding at the window or door head height. Windows and doors can be flush in line with the cladding or recessed to the front of the frame and if the window is within the depth of the wall of the building, the flashings are termed reveal or recessed flashings. Recessed and flush flashings have the same overflashing design, and a recessed design has the advantage of a better weathering detail but can result in areas of unwashed metal, which require maintenance for durability. The butt flashing details commonly used on horizontal cladding of industrial or commercial buildings are not considered suitable for residential closed cavity construction, because they do not overflash the metal cladding. All exposed horizontal metal flashings including the head or sill flashings must have a minimum 10 pitch to avoid ponding and the build up of dirt and debris. All sills should be riveted and sealed to provide a weather-tight joint.

Figure 4.10.2

Flashings for vertical cladding

4.11 Window flashings for metal cladding


Profiled metal cladding has been used for many years as both vertical and horizontal cladding, particularly on garages and farm buildings where the aesthetic requirements and weathering may not have been the prime consideration. As most of these buildings are open and unlined, the cavity is naturally vented and minor water ingress can be tolerated, but if the building is lined then there should be no ingress of moisture. For this reason for lined and insulated buildings in higher risk areas cavity construction is required. Buildings are considered to be higher risk when they are situated in a very high wind design load areas (<1.5.kPa.) and buildings that are two stories or more. The weather-tightness of horizontal cladding is totally dependent on the flashings that surround the sheets and any penetrations and because it is susceptible to the accumulation of condensation a cavity is required for all lined buildings. Metal wall cladding should have some provision to remove condensation, which will occur when the humidity is high or when there is a large diurnal temperature differential. If the wall is insulated and the building is heated, the frequency of occurrence of condensation forming on the metal cladding will increase.

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4.13 Flush window flashings


The height of the sill flashing may have to be altered to suit the position of the profile. Flush mounted windows or doors can have picture frame flashings, which means that the window frame is mounted externally to the cladding, or can have timber facings, or a large number of alternative designs.

Both the flush and recess flashings have an under jamb and a front or face jamb. Trim sizes for aluminium windows are usually plus 10mm on the jamb liner size, however in order obtain a vertical upstand the trim size for flush flashing design requires plus 15mm vertically, to allow for a 10mm packer.

1 2

Figure 4.13.1 STAGE 1


1 Corrugate flattened 2 Underjamb folded out to suit profile 3 Closed cell filler block perforated for ventilation

Figure 4.13.2 STAGE 2


1 2 3 4 All ends stopended Underjamb folded out Closed cell filler block adhered to profile with contact spray adhesive 25mm 12# fasteners hidden behind overjamb

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Figure 4.13.3 FLUSH WINDOW HEAD FLASHING


1 10 angle minimum 2 Turn down end of extended head flashing

1 2

Figure 4.13.4 FLUSH WINDOW SILL FLASHING


1 Overjamb hemmed behind window 2 Underjamb hemmed on face and hooked above profile. NB depth of underjamb is 12mm greater than profile height 3 End of sill dog-eared and turned up 10mm to receive overjamb 4 Trim height increased 10mm to accommodate sill turn-up

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4.14 Recessed window flashings


A recessed window flashing design is considered the best option for horizontal cladding but accurate flashing measurement and installation are required to provide weather-tightness. N.B. For lined buildings a cavity is required for horizontal metal cladding.

10 50 (75 without crush and fold) 30 50 25 15 10

30 30 10 10

Recessed head

Recessed under jamb

15 30 15 10 30 Recessed sill 50 15 10 Recessed jamb 10 50 15

Figure 4.14.1

Recessed window flashings (underlay is omitted for clarity)

1 2 4

2
RECESSED WINDOW HEAD FLASHING
1 10 angle minimum 2 Turn down end of extended head flashing

3
RECESSED WINDOW SILL FLASHING
1 Overjamb hemmed behind window 2 Underjamb hemmed on face and hooked above profile. Note: Depth of underjamb is 12mm greater than profile height 3 End of sill dog-eared and turned up 10mm minimum to receive overjamb 4 Trim height increased 10mm to accommodate sill turn-up.

Figure 4.14.2

Recessed window head (detail)

Figure 4.14.3

Recessed window sill (detail)

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4.15 Butt window flashings


Alternative details that allow the cladding to terminate up to a flashing without overflashing it, require accurate fitting in order to be weathertight. (see Figure 4.15.2). These details are known as butt flashings and can be used on flush or recess designs, with a one-piece jamb. They are only suitable for areas with low or medium wind design loads or in protected areas and require precise design, precision measurement and manufacture to provide a weather-tight solution. Butt window flashings also require accurate installation to provide an aesthetically acceptable solution, they should allow for drainage of a large catchment, they require extra timber for fixing, and for these reasons they are not a preferred detail. The total amount of water draining from the catchment area above from multi-storey construction can be considerable, and butt flashings should dispose of it as a penetration. The catchment is calculated by multiplying the width of the window opening by half the height.
Butt head

10 50 (75 without crush and fold) 25

50 15 10 15 25 50 25 50 10 50 Butt sill 10 15 subject to corrugation Butt jamb 10

15

10 25

Figure 4.15.1

Butt window flashings (underlay is omitted for clarity)

BUTT SILL FLASHING


1 2 3 4 5 jamb overlaps sill Jamb hemmed both sides Extra timber required Alternative soaker jamb taken to the ground End of sill closed and scribed to profile

10 angle minimum

Figure 4.15.2

Butt window head flashing

Figure 4.15.3

Butt window sill flashing

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4.16 Flashings for vertical cladding


Window and door flashings for vertical cladding are similar to those used for horizontal cladding however a cavity is not required for vertical cladding. The main difference is that the module is running horizontally and therefore some flexibility is required if the flashings are to be equal on both sides. To provide for this the trimming size of the window opening should be plus half the module dimension to allow adjustment for equalisation on both sides to occur.

1. Flatten corrugation lap

Figure 4.16.1

Figure 4.16.2

Head flashing for vertical oriented cladding

Sill flashing for vertical oriented cladding (underlay is omitted for clarity)

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4.17 Alternative Flashing designs


There are other alternative design options to those shown that designers should consider for butt designs which provide a weather-proof window flashing alternative. If the opening is panelised the vertical jamb flashing can be extended from soffit to the ground for single storey buildings or to a module break in a multi-storey building as shown in drawing 4.16.1. This alternative provides the opportunity to use the same or an alternative material at the head and sill areas and a top hat flashing is used to obtain a module break.

Alternative material

Figure 4.17.1

Alternative flashing designs

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Product Descriptions
All descriptions, specifications, illustrations, drawings, data, dimensions and weights contained this catalogue, all technical literature and websites containing information from BlueScope Lysaght are approximations only. They are intended by BlueScope Lysaght to be a general description for information and identification purposes and do not create a sale by description. BlueScope Lysaght reserves the right at any time to: (a) supply Goods with such minor modifications from its drawings and specifications as it sees fit; and (b) alter specifications shown in its promotional literature to reflect changes made after the date of such publication.

Disclaimer, warranties and limitation of liability


This publication is intended to be an aid for all trades and professionals involved with specifying and installing Lysaght steel building products and not to be a substitute for professional judgement. Terms and conditions of sale available at local BlueScope Lysaght sales offices. Except to the extent to which liability may not lawfully be excluded or limited, BlueScope Steel Limited will not be under or incur any liability to you for any direct or indirect loss or damage (including, without limitation, consequential loss or damage such as loss of profit or anticipated profit, loss of use, damage to goodwill and loss due to delay) however caused (including, without limitation, breach of contract, negligence and/or breach of statute), which you may suffer or incur in connection with this publication. Copyright BlueScope Steel Limited 13 June, 2013

For technical enquires call 1800 641 417, email steeldirect@bluescopesteel.com or visit lysaght.com
lysaght, novaline, colorbond & zincalume are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited, ABN 16 000 011 058. RoofZips is a registered trademark of ITW Buildex. The lysaght range of products is exclusively made by or for BlueScope Steel Limited trading as BlueScope Lysaght. Digital Download 13/6/13

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