Frequently Asked Questions
How long does vinyl flashing last (life expectancy)?
Vinyl flashing material lasts forever.
What is DuraFlash™’s Warranty?
20 year Limited Lifetime warranty
How will DuraFlash™ react to exposure to the sun?
DuraFlash™ is treated with a UV inhibitor that makes it resistant to fading and cracking in the sun.
How should I cut DuraFlash™?
Cut DuraFlash™ with tin snips, metal/tin scissors or knife of any sort. The roll stock can be cut with a paper cutter for consistent straight edges and for
quick repetitions.
Why use vinyl flashing instead of aluminum flashing?
Vinyl flashing is resistant to the chemicals currently used in pressure treated lumber. Aluminum flashing will corrode when placed in contact with concrete and
concrete products including fiber-cement siding. (Aluminum is not to be used with pressure treated wood. Pressure treated lumber contains high concentrations of
copper like ACQ. This copper causes corrosion between dissimilar metals. When you use aluminum flashing with these chemicals you get product failure. When this
happens you receive house and deck damage. Vinyl flashing can be used with pressure treated wood. It will not fail when used with pressure treated chemicals. Vinyl
flashing will not dent like aluminum flashing will. Some examples of this are when someone steps on a piece of aluminum J Channel on the construction site or a
roll of aluminum being dented in the back of a truck. It is much easier to bend and work with.)
What applications does vinyl flashing work with?
Any application that needs to be flashed to prevent water from entering the building envelope and causing damage. Such as: flashing at the ledger board of decks,
bottom of siding, fascia, soffits, doors, wrapping pressure treated wood post and gutter boards.
How can I bend DuraFlash™?
Bend DuraFlash™ on a sheet metal break, with your hands or with traditional sheet metal forming tools just as you would Aluminum sheet material.
Why use vinyl flashing with ACQ treated lumber?
Vinyl flashing will not corrode and or deteriorate. Aluminum will be destroyed by ACQ Pressure treated lumber. Pressure treated lumber contains high concentrations
of copper. This copper causes dissimilar metal corrosion. When you use aluminum flashing with these chemicals you get product failure. Resulting in structural failure
and moisture damage.
What colors is DuraFlash™ available in?
DuraFlash™ comes in tan and white. Color matching can be done on truckload quantities (This will add to lead times and requires a non-refundable special order).
How long has vinyl flashing been on the market?
Vinyl Flashing has been used with many different applications for years. However, since the EPA changed the chemicals in the pressure treated wood in 2003 the need
has greatly increased for a safe and economical solution to compete against more expensive flashings like galvanized steal, copper and stainless steal. Patent Pending Vinyl Flashing is the one and only complete solution to resolve this issue.
What is the cost difference between Aluminum and DuraFlash?
They are very close in price however the fact that aluminum can not be used nor is safe with pressure treated lumber the cost issue is of little consequence. Galvanized
Steel and Copper flashing are comparable to vinyl flashing. DuraFlash™ flashing is much more cost effective than Galvanized or Copper.
What sizes and weights does DuraFlash come in?
Roll Stock Vinyl Flashing is available in various sizes from 10"x30' to 24"x50', in White and Tan. Please see our Specifications Sheet for details.
What are the case quantities and minimum order quantities?
Please see our Specifications Sheet for details.