How to Cut and Bend Flashing

Here's the best method for getting a factory-quality cut on even the widest coil stock, along with some bending techniques for making quality trim flashing.

By

His goofy commentary aside, Samurai Carpenter offers some good tips for cutting coil stock and bending metal flashing – including how to make a hem. At the end of the video he shows an interesting technique for making end dams on top of head casing flashing. It happens to be code in Canada.

About the Author

Chris Ermides

Before joining Tools of the Trade as an editor, Chris Ermides was a project manager for a custom home builder, a carpenter and remodeler. These days when he’s not writing or editing, he’s testing tools as he renovates his 1850 farmhouse in upstate New York.

Related Topics

More from Journal of Light Construction

Upcoming Events

  • Rising Trends: Home Elevators Add Luxury & Convenience 

    Webinar

    Register Now

Trending