Hey all–
I’ve always used p.t. bucks when installing wood windows and doors in masonry. The bucks get attached to the block, and the windows get attached to the bucks with the nailing flanges.
Here’s the deal … the block openings for my current project ARE the r.o. for the windows and doors… as if the units were supposed to be installed directly into the block.
The units are all wood windows with exterior aluminum cladding. Units have nailing flanges for attachment.
Is it standard practice to install windows directly into a block opening? How are the units attached? What about moisture problems from condensation?
Appreciate any input.
Edited 6/25/2004 5:42 pm ET by petmonkey
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Just a thought ,worth everything you paid for it . I wraped my window bucks with Ice/water sheild before I poured . Just a little extra help. Might work for the windows.
Here's another thought, with this type of installation particulary if you are in a high exposure location, call the window company and ask them for advice. Most of the bigger window companies out there can and will give advice, it may take some persistence on your part. And some may send out someone to inspect and perhaps supervise the installation. There are ways do do these installs succefully but they are difficult and will require annual inspections. The key to the succees of the job will be in the sealant joints around the perimeter of the windows and doors. And we are talking engineered joints here. And sealant work is a science all by itself.
Or better yet the window package hasn't been ordered/delivered and you can buck the openings and have smaller windows ordered. But in any event get the window company involved with determining a solution for this type of installation. Yhat will maintain your right to a warranty claim, you never want to give that up.
There are too many things that can go wrong in these situations, ask for help.