I learned that flashing is put on the dormers of a roof to prevent leaking through the joints. It also sits against the chimney to do the same. It almost works as a gutter on the roof to run the water out onto the roof instead of in the crack. It is usually bent into an "L" shape. There are many different kinds of flashing. You have copper, which is usually used if it is going to be exposed, for decorative purposes. Then there is aluminum, which is used when you don't plan on being able to see the flashing. Finally there is vinyl, this is a newer material and what you would call modern day flashing.
-Merideth
I guess technically this is hardware, because it is in the hardware store, but I was hoping that you all would stay in the hardware section of Lowe's ( or wherever). Meaning joiners, anchors, brackets, hinges, etc.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the posting. It is nice to be aware of this material, because it could potentially be used for a lot of art processes.