I m curious why did you choose zip over taped plywood wrap.
Putting siding over a zip system.
Moisture can get into the home either way.
Later on i got to thinking that i would first put down a synthetic underlayment grace tri flex just for extra protection.
With the zip system sheathing the water resistance relies on the sealing tape adhesive that seals the joints.
Perhaps still superior to zip when used with drainwrap instead of a larger gap with zip reducing the cost of the former.
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A conventional house wrap is designed in overlapping layers to direct water away.
Choice of siding and overhangs should also change the odds.
Watch a production crew frame and skin a house using zip system sheathing and compatible seam tape.
Prepare a rough opening for a nail fin window over zip system sheathing.
The tape is guaranteed for only 30 years and relies on the strength and longevity of the adhesive.
At first i was going to install the roofing directly over the zip panels as per huber s zip manuf suggestion since the panels already have the zip weatherproof membrane bonded on the surface.
Most shingle manufacturers will not warranty the shingles if they are not installed properly on an approved under lament.
Zip system sheathing and tape protects what matters most by giving you a strong quality home that protects against moisture and air leaks.
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Zip system sheathing and tape.
Seems like moisture will stay between the siding and zip walls.
Anyone know the technical details for installing hardi board or any cementious siding over zip walls.
Fighting moisture during renovation and restoration.
The zip system is used on the roof and walls.
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The latter is more breathable more durable shingled and afaik about the same price.
The zip walls eliminate the need for housewrap when many types of siding are installed but what if the hardi board siding has no caulk or flashing at the butt end joints.
If it fails water can penetrate.
If you intend on installing vinyl siding over zip system should you be using galvanized or stainless fasteners to install the zip sheathing.