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Flashing (building components)

Scope note

Thin, impervious material placed in construction to prevent water penetration and/or provide water drainage; generally located between a roof and a wall and over exterior door openings and windows. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30002290

Broader Terms used

<surface elements>

Term used for

flashings

Created

13yrs ago

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