Integrating Windows Into the Wall

The crew set high-performance windows flush to the outside face of the wall, integrating the windows into the home's newly constructed weather-resistive barrier and airtight drainage plane.

Prepping the Opening

The crew taped the vapor-open SIGA Majvest membrane to the window framing using SIGA Fentrim tape.

Building Window Bucks

The carpenters built window bucks on site.

Installing Window Bucks

The carpenters set the window bucks into the openings.

Installing the Windows

The crew installed the windows into the prepped openings.

Sealing the Wall

The crew used Fentrim tape to integrate the window edges into the drainage plane and weather-resistive barrier of the rainscreen assembly. Note the small weep holes in the windows, not covered by tape.

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