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Essay:
FlashingFLASHING is specially constructed pieces ofcorrosion-resistant metal or other materials usedto protect buildings from water seepage. Flashingshould be installed to prevent penetration of waterand other moisture in the form of rain or meltedsnow at the junction of material changes,chimneys, and roof-wall intersection. Flashingshould also be used over exposed doors, windows,and roof ridges. Figures 6-53 through 6-57 showareas or locations in which some type of flashingis required.
Flashing materials used on roofs may beasphalt-saturated felt, metal, or plastic. Feltflashing is generally used at ridges, hips, andvalleys. However, metal flashing made ofaluminum, galvanized steel, or copper, is con-sideredsuperior to felt. Source: Wood and light frame structures
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