SBS Basic Curb

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SBS Details

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1 WORK INCLUDED

(1) Supporting Deck Overlay

Optional, depending upon deck condition and roof system requirements.

(2) Air or Vapour Control Layer

Installed following the requirements of Part 6 in this Standard. Tie field layers into curb, ensuring continuity.

(3) Insulation

Installed in staggered and offset layers (not illustrated), and secured in accordance with the design of the system, which is based on the British Columbia Building Code, Part 4 and Part 5, and on Part 3 of the RoofStar Guarantee Standards for the membrane system type.

(4) Insulation Overlay

Subject to the requirements of Part 8 in the RoofStar Guarantee Standards for the membrane system type.

(5) Primer for Base Membrane Flashing

As required by the membrane manufacturer.

(6) Base Membrane (field)

Mechanically attached, torch-applied, adhered or self-adhered. See Tables 9.1 and 9.2 for acceptable membrane types and securement options. See 9.3 for application requirements.

(7) Base Membrane (flashing)

Carried vertically up a wall or parapet at least 200 mm (8”), and onto the roof field at least 100 mm (4”) (greater if required by the membrane manufacturer).

(8) Cap Membrane (field)

Granule-surfaced membrane. See Tables 9.1 and 9.2 for acceptable cap membrane types and their securement options. See 9.3 for application requirements.

(9) Cap Membrane (flashing)

Extended vertically past the termination of the base membrane flashing, to provide a positive seal at the top edge.

(10) Metal Counter-flashing

Secure metal flashings with appropriate fasteners set at least 87 mm (3 ½”) above the finished roof surface.

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2 RELATED WORK BY OTHERS

(A) Acceptable Supporting Deck Structure

(B) Curb

(C) Insulation

(D) Mechanical Unit and Gasket (installed on curb)

NOTE: Refer to RoofStar Guarantee Standards for additional requirements.

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