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FAKRO Flashing for THE FVC-S
Curb Mounted Solar Venting Skylight

  • FAKRO offers a low and high profile flashing systems for the FVC-S Curb Mounted Solar Venting skylight – designed to enhance the performance of the skylight. They are configured to work exclusively with FAKRO products and will give you the ultimate weathertight effectiveness.
  • The flashing kits work with all sloped roof materials, such as shingle, metal, ceramic tile, slate, etc. Manufactured from the highest quality materials for durability and long life.
  • Note: FAKRO curb mount skylights must be installed with FAKRO flashing on a 15° to 60° pitch roof for the warranty to be valid. Warranty not valid on a flat roof.

Flashing Slope

FAKRO high performance low and high profile flashing systems designed exclusively for the FVC-S Curb Mounted Solar Venting skylight.

The chart below will help you choose the right flashing for your FVC-S skylight.

Curb Mount Skylight Flashing Options

Flashing for Low-Profile Roofing Material (Asphalt Shingles, Flat Tiles, and Slates)

EL C   Low Profile Step Flashing

EL-C – Low-Profile Step Flashing

For use with the FVC-S curb mounted skylight
  • EL-C step flashing is made from powder coated aluminum. It is used with flat roofing material up to 3/8” thick, such as shingles, plain tile, double lap roofing, slates or tar boards.
  • Flashings are essential for the correct installation of skylights. Precisely designed flashing details ensure a durable and neat fit with the used roofing material.

 

 

EL C Low Profile Step Flashing Diagram

FAKRO skylights – FXC + EL-C (step flashing)

Flashing for High Profile Materials (Metal roofs and Dimensional Ceramic Tiles)

EH C   High Profile Step Flashing

EH-C – High Profile Step Flashing

For use with the FVC-S curb mounted skylight
  • High Profile flashing is for use with high profiled corrugated roofing materials such as tiles or corrugated metal sheets up to 3 ½ inches.
  • The purpose of EH-C flashing is to ensure good drainage away from the window and to provide protection from the wind.
  • Flashings for FVC-S – curb mounted fixed skylights provide high durability and resistance to harsh atmospheric conditions. The standard colour is brown, which matches well with most roofing finishes.

 

EH C High Profile Step Flashing Diagram

FAKRO skylights – FXC + EH-C (profiled roof material)

Roof Underlayment

Roof Underlayment

Made in Canada, this Skylight Roofing Underlayment is a safeguard to ensure a watertight installation. Self Adhesive membrane eliminates air currents and water infiltration.

  • To be used in conjunction with EL-C and EH-C flashing kits.
  • 25mil thick synthetic roof underlayment membrane made of polyolefin.
  • Measures 1 Ft x 21 Ft.
  • UV Protected, anti skid surface allows for a fast and safe installation in any condition.
  • Sufficient roofing underlayment supplied for one skylight.
  • Self adhesive activated by a release sheet.

Watch the FAKRO flashing videos

FAKRO skylights – FXC + EL-C (step flashing)
FAKRO skylights – FXC + EH-C (profiled roof material)