ASTM E2112-23
Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights

Standard No.

ASTM E2112-23

Release Date

2023

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM E2112-23

Scope

1.1 This practice covers the installation of fenestration products in new and existing construction. For the purpose of this practice, fenestration products shall be limited to windows, sliding patio-type doors, swinging patio type doors, and skylights, as used primarily in residential and light commercial buildings. 1.2 This practice assumes that the installer possesses basic woodworking skills and an understanding of wall and roof construction, sheet metal work, and joint sealant practices. 1.3 This practice attempts to instruct and familiarize the installer with the concepts of both Barrier Systems and 1 This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E06 on Performance of Buildings and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E06.51 on Performance of Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls. Current edition approved April 15, 2023. Published May 2023. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as E2112 – 19c. DOI: 10.1520/E2112-23. *A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. 1 Membrane/Drainage Systems, in order to ensure the continuity of the building envelope. This practice attempts to educate the installer, builder, architect, and other users in the identification and understanding of the water shedding system of the building envelope. 1.4 This practice covers the installation process from preinstallation procedures through post-installation procedures, for single units or factory-mulled multiple units in a single opening. It does not cover the fabrication or assembly of multiple units, whether such fabrication takes place in a factory or at the intended installation site. The installer should check with the manufacturer of factory-assembled units for instructions for anchoring. When using field-mulled units, follow manufacturer’s recommendations and make certain that they meet applicable codes. This practice does not cover the selection of appropriate fenestration products for a given application, nor the selection of other products or systems for use in the installation. 1.5 This practice provides minimum requirements that will help to accomplish the installation of fenestration products in an effective manner. Actual conditions in buildings vary greatly and, in some cases, substantial additional precautions may be required. In the event that the manufacturer’s installation instructions provided with the product conflict with requirements of this practice, the manufacturer’s instructions shall prevail. This practice is not intended to limit or exclude other new procedures that may refine or further improve the effectiveness of fenestration installation. 1.5.1 This practice is intended to be used for background information in order to develop training manuals and training programs. Further, this practice attempts to consolidate and unify the various steps of construction, tying together the various trades involved with the continuity between fenestration products and the building envelope. 1.6 The text of this practice references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of this practice. 1.7 This standard has not been created to address all issues related to every possible installation situation one might experience in the field. Furthermore, this practice does not purport to provide fail-safe installation methods, assurance or protection against installation deficiencies, or a standard by which architects can specify or ensure delivered performance. NOTE 1—There are no ISO standards covering the primary subject matter of this practice. 1.8 Design Professional—This practice is not intended to limit the role and authority of a registered design professional to select a method of installation or to change, modify, or develop other methods of installation to meet the specific requirements of a building project for a particular location. A design professional retains the authority to prepare construction documents indicating window/door/skylight installations integrated with the water-resistive barrier (WRB). 1.9 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.10 This practice does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section 5, Related Procedures. Where a lead hazard is known or suspected, refer to ASTM Standards on Lead Hazards Associated with Buildings and to applicable state and federal regulations. Where an asbestos hazard is known or suspected, refer to the ASTM Manual on Asbestos Control, and to applicable state and federal regulations. 1.11 Table of Contents: Section Scope 1 Table of Contents 1.11 Referenced Documents 2 Terminology 3 Definitions 3.1 Description of Terms Specific to this Standard 3.2 Abbreviations 3.3 Significance and Use 4 Related Issues and Procedures 5 Continuity with the Weather Barrier Systems 5.1 Joints and Anchorages 5.2 Moisture Entrapment 5.3 Water-Resistive Barrier 5.4 Weatherability 5.5 Construction Sequence 5.6 Construction Damage 5.7 Inspection 5.8 Rough Opening 5.9 Rough Opening Size 5.9.1 Insulating or Filling the Rough Opening Gap 5.9.2 Materials Protection 5.10 Cleaning and Maintenance 5.11 Dissimilar Materials 5.12 Flashing Requirements 5.13 Fastening Systems/Anchorage 5.14 Shimming 5.15 Pan Flashing Systems and Subsills for Weatherability 5.16 Pre-Installation Procedures 5.17 Sealants—Selection and Use 5.18 Window Cleaner Anchors and Related Safety Hardware 5.19 Continuity Between the Fenestration Products and Other Components of the Building Envelope 6 Water Shedding Strategies of Wall and Roof Systems 7 Concept of Surface Barrier Systems and Membrane/Drainage Systems 7.1 Surface Barrier Systems 7.1.1 Membrane/Drainage Systems 7.1.2 Identification of Systems 7.2 Installation Methods For Windows 8 Windows in Walls Utilizing a Membrane/Drainage System 8.1 Windows with Perimeter Mounting Flanges (Nail Fins) in Drainage Type Wall Construction 8.1.1 Flange Types 8.1.1.1 Selection of Installation Method 8.1.1.2 Method A 8.1.1.3.1 Method B 8.1.1.3.2 Method A1 8.1.1.3.3 Method B1 8.1.1.3.4 Non-Finned Windows in Membrane/Drainage Type Walls 8.1.2 Windows in Walls Utilizing a Barrier Wall System (Sealant Method) 8.2 E2112 − 23 2 Windows in Walls Utilizing an Exterior Barrier System (EIFS or Direct Applied) 8.3 Alternative Approved Installation Methods for the Installation of Windows 8.4 Extreme Wind/Water Conditions 8.4.1 Membrane Drainage Wood Frame Construction 8.4.1.1 Masonry Construction with Surface Barrier Stucco Facade 8.4.1.2 Special Considerations 8.5 Aluminum Framed Windows 8.5.1 Vinyl Framed Windows 8.5.2 Replacement Window Installation 8.6 Partial Window Replacement for Existing Integral Flange Windows 8.6.1 Partial Replacement of Mill Shop Wood Windows 8.6.2 “Mill Shop” Wood Windows (Vertical or Horizontal Sliding) 8.6.2.1 Complete Window Replacement 8.6.3 Destructive Window Replacement (Fin Type) 8.6.3.1 Non-Destructive Window Replacement (Non-Fin Type) 8.6.3.2 Installation Methods for Doors 9 Doors in Walls Utilizing a Membrane/Drainage System 9.1 Doors with Perimeter Mounting Flanges (Nailing Fins) in Drainage Type Wall Construction 9.1.1 Flange Types 9.1.1.1 Selection of Installation Method 9.1.1.2 Method A 9.1.1.4.1 Method B 9.1.1.4.2 Method A1 9.1.1.4.3 Method B1 9.1.1.4.4 Hinged Swing (Non-finned) Doors in Membrane/ Drainage Type Walls 9.1.2 Installation Methods for Skylights 10 Product Types 10.1 Flashing Procedures 10.2 Aluminum/Copper Sheet Flashing 10.3 Aluminum/Copper Step Flashing (Fabricated or Engineered) 10.4 Membrane Flashing 10.5 Post-Installation Procedures 11 Keywords 12 Air Barrier Foam Sealant Used in the Rough Opening Gap Annex A1 Emergency Escape and Rescue Requirements Annex A2 Minimum Height Requirements for Interior Height of Pan Flashing Annex A3 Sealants Annex A4 Window/Door Flashing Types Appendix X1 Cautions for Installation Appendix X2 Other Referenced Installation Guides Appendix X3 Alternate Installation Methods Appendix X4 Air Leakage Sealing of Interior Perimeter Rough Opening (Air & Water Seal) Appendix X5 1.12 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM E2112-23 Referenced Document

• ASTM A123/A123M Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products*， 2024-04-22 Update
• ASTM B456 Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Copper Plus Nickel Plus Chromium and Nickel Plus Chromium
• ASTM B663/B663M Standard Specification for Silver-Tungsten Carbide Electrical Contact Material
• ASTM B766 Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Cadmium
• ASTM C1085 Specification for Butyl Rubber Based Solvent-Release Sealants (Withdrawn 1997)
• ASTM C1193 Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants*， 2023-05-18 Update
• ASTM C1281 Standard Specification for Preformed Tape Sealants for Glazing Applications
• ASTM C1299 Standard Guide for Use in Selection of Liquid-Applied Sealants
• ASTM C1311 Standard Specification for Solvent Release Sealants
• ASTM C1382 Test Method for Determining Tensile Adhesion Properties of Sealants When Used in Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) Joints
• ASTM C1397 Standard Practice for Application of Class PB Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
• ASTM C1620 Standard Specification for Aerosol Polyurethane and Aerosol Latex Foam Sealants
• ASTM C1642 Standard Practice for Determining Air Leakage Rates of Aerosol Foam Sealants and Other Construction Joint Fill and Insulation Materials
• ASTM C717 Standard Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants
• ASTM C755 Standard Practice for Selection of Vapor Retarders for Thermal Insulation
• ASTM C794 Standard Test Method for Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint Sealants
• ASTM C834 Standard Specification for Latex Sealing Compounds
• ASTM C920 Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants
• ASTM D1970/D1970M Standard Specification for Self-Adhering Polymer Modified Bituminous Sheet Materials Used as Steep Roofing Underlayment for Ice Dam Protection*， 2024-04-22 Update
• ASTM D2822/D2822M Standard Specification for Asphalt Roof Cement, Asbestos Containing*， 2024-04-22 Update
• ASTM D779 Standard Test Method for Water Resistance of Paper, Paperboard, and Other Sheet Materials by the Dry Indicator Method
• ASTM E1105 Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference
• ASTM E1677 Standard Specification for an Air Retarder (AR) Material or System for Low-Rise Framed Building Walls
• ASTM E2357 Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage Rate of Air Barrier Assemblies*， 2024-01-01 Update
• ASTM E283 Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen
• ASTM E331 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration Of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, And Doors By Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
• ASTM E547 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference*， 2024-04-22 Update
• ASTM E621 Standard Practice for the Use of Metric (SI) Units in Building Design and Construction (Committee E-6 Supplement to E380)
• ASTM E631 Standard Terminology of Building Constructions
• ASTM E783 Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors

ASTM E2112-23 history

• 2023 ASTM E2112-23 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2019 ASTM E2112-19c Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2019 ASTM E2112-19b Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2019 ASTM E2112-19a Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2019 ASTM E2112-19 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2018 ASTM E2112-18b Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2018 ASTM E2112-18a Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2018 ASTM E2112-18 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2016 ASTM E2112-07(2016) Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2007 ASTM E2112-07 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights
• 2001 ASTM E2112-01 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights