When installing a vinyl window with no brick mold in brick veneer, How deep should the window sit across the width of the brick. Or said otherwise, how much overlap should there be between the brick and window. Im concerned with possible water damage. Typically the window width is 3/4″ smaller than the brick opening.
Thanks.
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Replacement or new construction?
If replacement, ordering the window -3/4 in width is too large. With well laid brick, undersizing 1/2" is plenty. Height? same deal. You main line of defense will be backerrod and a good caulk joint.
If new, they'll lay up to the window. Don't bring the brick up to the bottom of the window frame-the framing will shrink and force the bottom against the brick.