Waterproofing Window and Door Openings

Introducing Wet-Flash!

Resulting from years of experience investigating and repairing water intrusion damage, our new partner Building Envelope Innovations, LLC (BEI), has developed a proven installation method and flashing material. Their Wet-Flash®, Liquid Applied Flashing System simplifies window and door installations - protecting the building from future water damage and saving installation time and material costs.

Common window installation methods leave the opening susceptible to water intrusion even after carefully following detailed manufacturer’s installation instructions and recognized trade organization procedures. These installation procedures are often difficult to follow with multiple steps and layers of products in an attempt to keep the water out. Increasing the complexity of the installation procedure has not reduced the incidence of water intrusion and damage.

Proven Success

Here's how we do it at The Aerial Companies

Follow the steps to see how the Wet-Flash®, Liquid Applied Flashing System can save you or your company and customers building costs and prevent future repair costs.

PM-7000 and WS-7100 is packaged in cartridges or bulk to be applied with standard caulk tools then brushed, rolled or troweled to desired coating thickness.

Preparing the Openings

WetFlash Installation - Opening Preparation

As with any window installation method, the rough opening must be prepared by ensuring it is plumb, square and dimensionally correct. It should also be smooth cut, clean and dry, with the sheathing trimmed properly to support the window frame and ensure long-term structural integrity of the exterior construction wall.

Applying the Wet-Flash

Applying WetFlash to prepared window or door opening.

The installation method involves coating the window or door opening with the Wet-Flash®, PM-7000 waterproof membrane; permanently bonding to a wide variety of construction materials under most construction site environments. Opaque when applied at the proper thickness of 12 mils, quality control and inspection is easily achieved.

Window Installation

After PM-7000 has dried to touch (15-30 minutes) the opening is ready for window installation but can be exposed to weather for extended periods without damage. The window or door is then sealed to the rough opening on the interior side of the frame with an interior sealant joint using Wet-Flash® WS-7100 sealant. The Wet-Flash®, Liquid Applied Flashing System is incorporated into the weather resistant barrier system allowing any water from wind driven rain or other sources penetrating through leaky windows and siding/trim to exit away from the building via the drainage plane.

Benefits of WetFlash

MS polymer technology combines qualities of silicone and urethane
Unique cure schedule allows overcoat with most paints after 2 hours
High abrasion and tear resistance
Excellent wear and crack bridging
Non Staining, Non Yellowing
Breathable barrier
Bonds to moist substrates
Bonds to most sealants

BEI's Testing Facility Moves to Aerial's Office

BEI's new testing facility at Aerial's office in Naples

BEI's extensive product testing, even under extreme conditions, has proven Wet-Flash® to be durable and flexible with outstanding bond strength. Wet-Flash® is an air barrier yet semi-vapor permeable and will not contribute to mold or fungus formation. Once applied, the Wet-Flash® material can be exposed to weather indefinitely before or after window installation, opening up the construction schedule sequence.

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