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INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

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Listed are optional accessories available for the installation of FIBREX TRIM BOARD CONTINUOUS DRIP CAP EXTENSION JAMBS
Andersen windows and doors. You'll also find key considerations
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regarding the use and installation of every Andersenproduct. Keep the

instruction guidelines and safety information in mind when considering
the installation and use of any Andersen product. Should you have
any questions, contact your local Andersen supplier. Thank you for
considering and using Andersen products.
Andersen offers a 3 ⁄2" (89) wide Included on A-Series with vertical Available for most Andersen
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COIL STOCK by ⁄4" (19) thick cellular Fibrex (ribbon) joins. Heavy 24-gauge products. See individual sections
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Andersen aluminum coil stock can be trim board in 10' (3048) lengths. corrosion-resistant aluminum for details.
ordered to match any of our 11 trim colors. Available in the same 11 colors as construction. Available in 6' (1829),
Made from .018-thick aluminum, coil stock the exterior trim system, this solid 10' (3048) and 12'–7 ⁄2" (3848) COLOR-MATCHED SEALANT
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is available in 24" (610) x 50' (15240) trim board can be cut or ripped lengths and in any of the 11 trim Color-matched sealant is available
rolls. Color-matched 1 ⁄4" (32) stainless to size and can be fastened using colors. in Andersen exterior colors. This
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steel trim nails are also available and can nails or screws. high-quality sealant can be used
be ordered in 1 lb or .454 kg boxes. VINYL CHANNELS AND during the installation of all
LAMINATED BOARD Andersen products.
COLOR LENGTH DEPTH WIDTH
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Fibrex Trim Board 11 colors 120" (3048) ⁄4" (19) 3 ⁄2" (89)
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W,S,T 96" (2438) 1 ⁄2" (13) 24" (610)
Vinyl Laminated Board
W 96" (2438) & 120 (3048) 1 ⁄2" (13) 48" (1219)
W 84" (2134) & 150" (3810) ⁄4" (19) 1" (25)
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Rigid Vinyl “H” Channel
S,T 84" (2134) & 150" (3810) ⁄4" (19) ⁄4" (19)
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Rigid Vinyl “h” Channel W,S,T 150" (3810) 1 ⁄2" (13) 1" (25) Rigid vinyl “J,” “h” and “H” channel
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Rigid Vinyl “J” Channel W,S,T 150" (3810) 1 ⁄2" (13) ⁄4" (19) and vinyl laminated board.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
House
House
ROUGH OPENINGS Wrap Rough
Wrap
Rough
The purpose of a rough opening is to allow for proper spacing between Opening Gap Rough
Opening Gap
Rough
the window or patio door unit and the building structure. The space Opening Gap
Opening Gap
Side
Side
is required for locating, leveling and squaring the unit during installation Sill Flashing
Sill
Flashing
Shim
and to provide an area for insulation. A rough opening that is incorrectly Shim Flashing
Flashing
at Sill
at Sill
sized may affect unit operation and may not allow for adequate
Recessed
fastening of the unit to the building structure. Andersen rough 3/8"
Recessed
3/8"
Sill
opening dimensions are provided as a guideline to help determine Rough Sill
Plate
Plate
Rough
the minimum amount of space needed between the window or patio Opening Gap Sill House
House
Opening Gap
Wrap
Sill Sill Wrap
door and the building structure. See appropriate product sections for Plate Flashing
Sill
Flashing
Plate Interior Exterior
rough opening guidelines for each product. Interior Example of window sill flashing in Exterior
a membrane drainage system.
Pan Head
Pan Head
Keep in mind that rough opening dimensions may need to be altered Rough Opening Width Screws
Rough Opening Width
Screws
from published guidelines, depending on installation methods, joining
methods, replacement methods, etc. For example, flashing systems Gusset
Gusset
Plate
Plate
can reduce the amount of available rough opening space and should
1/4"
be factored in when calculating rough opening dimensions. The use of 1/4" Minimum Drip
Minimum
Drip
Space at Head
Cap
support or joining materials will encroach on the rough opening and Space at Head Cap 3/16" Top of
3/16" Top of
1/4"
Minimum
1/4"
may require additional rough opening space between the unit and the Rough Opening Height 1/4" 1/4" Minimum Screws to Bottom
Space at Sides
Min.
Screws to Bottom
Min.
Space at Sides
of Gusset Plate
building structure, depending on the thickness of the flashing system Rough Opening Height of Gusset Plate
and joining materials used. To facilitate drainage, the sill plate should Shims Unit 1
Shims
never slope toward the interior. For challenging environments and Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 2
other information, refer to EEBA’s (Energy and Environmental Building
Association) Water Management Guide (www.eeba.org). Varies Interior Interior
Varies Interior Interior
Example of two units joined together with the use of
Example of window unit installed using Andersen gusset plates and pan head screws that will require
published minimum rough opening dimensions. additional rough opening space.
IMPORTANCE OF PROPER INSTALLATION
Proper installation and maintenance of Andersen products is essential to attain optimum performance and operation. Installation instructions that provide guidelines for proper
installation are typically provided with Andersen products. They are also available by visiting andersenwindows.com. Remember that every installation is different, and Andersen strongly
recommends consultation with the local supplier or an experienced contractor, architect or structural engineer prior to the installation of any Andersen product. The method of attachment
for Andersen products, fastener selection and code compliance is the responsibility of the architect, building owner, contractor, installer and/or consumer. For more complete installation
details, visit andersenwindows.com or see your Andersen supplier.
Dimensions in parentheses are in millimeters.
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