SV-5 Rainscreen Siding Vent
A simple, effective solution for rainscreen ventilation behind wood, hardboard & fiber cement siding.
Venting behind your siding is just as necessary and valuable as venting your attic. Trapped moisture from driving rain or condensation can cause major problems. Paint peels off, exterior sheathing gets wet, siding can warp and your house wrap becomes saturated.
The ¾” thick SV-5 Rainscreen Siding Vent keeps insects out while allowing moisture to drain away and drying airflow to pass behind the siding. SV-5 pairs with treated ¾” thick wood furring strips, or use a double layer of Cor-A-Vent Sturdi-Strips for a perfect match.**
** In situations where exterior rigid foam insulation is being installed, Cor-A-Vent recommends using ¾” thick treated wood furring strips installed over the foam, screwed into the wall studs, to provide a structural fastening point for the siding, and the SV-5 Siding Vent installed at the top and bottom to supply the rainscreen drainage, airflow, and insect screen.
The ¾” thick SV-5 Rainscreen Siding Vent keeps insects out while allowing moisture to drain away and drying airflow to pass behind the siding. SV-5 pairs with treated ¾” thick wood furring strips, or use a double layer of Cor-A-Vent Sturdi-Strips for a perfect match.**
** In situations where exterior rigid foam insulation is being installed, Cor-A-Vent recommends using ¾” thick treated wood furring strips installed over the foam, screwed into the wall studs, to provide a structural fastening point for the siding, and the SV-5 Siding Vent installed at the top and bottom to supply the rainscreen drainage, airflow, and insect screen.
Key Benefits
- Drainage efficiency (per ASTM E 2273) -- 92%
- 3/4” thick by 3” high
- Easy-to-handle 4-feet long sections
- Pairs great with doubled-up Sturdi-Strips, or other ¾” thick furring
- 15 pcs. per carton (60 lin. feet)
- Color: Black
- Heat-resistant: made from profile extruded polypropylene plastic
- Impact-resistant: screw, staple or power-nail in place
- Crush-resistant: Will not compress like “drainage mat” products
- Enhanced Insect Screen keeps bugs out - no extra work required!
Q: How much SV-5 do I need?
A: SV-5 runs linearly along the top and bottom of the wall, as well as above and below windows or doors. Take the total length of all walls and multiply by 2 (for top and bottom), then account for above and below wall penetrations to determine how many linear feet of SV-5 you will need.
For 1-page SV-5 submittal sheet Click Here
For Pdf of SV-5 Siding Vent Detail Drawing Click Here.
For Pdf of Gable End Rain Screen Detail Drawing Click Here.
For Pdf Detail Using Siding Vents Around Wood Windows Click Here.
For Pdf Detail Using Siding Vents Around Vinyl Windows Click Here
To Download Dwg Siding Vents Cad Files Click Here.
Click here for our complete list of Technical Drawings.
Click here for the Rainscreen Siding Ventilation Guide.
Click here to learn about Oregon Residiential Specialty Code R703.1 requiring a rain screen space behind siding.
A: SV-5 runs linearly along the top and bottom of the wall, as well as above and below windows or doors. Take the total length of all walls and multiply by 2 (for top and bottom), then account for above and below wall penetrations to determine how many linear feet of SV-5 you will need.
For 1-page SV-5 submittal sheet Click Here
For Pdf of SV-5 Siding Vent Detail Drawing Click Here.
For Pdf of Gable End Rain Screen Detail Drawing Click Here.
For Pdf Detail Using Siding Vents Around Wood Windows Click Here.
For Pdf Detail Using Siding Vents Around Vinyl Windows Click Here
To Download Dwg Siding Vents Cad Files Click Here.
Click here for our complete list of Technical Drawings.
Click here for the Rainscreen Siding Ventilation Guide.
Click here to learn about Oregon Residiential Specialty Code R703.1 requiring a rain screen space behind siding.
Product Packaging and Shipping Information (SV-5)
Pcs per Unit
15 - 4 foot pieces (60 lin. ft.)
15 - 4 foot pieces (60 lin. ft.)
Shipping Weight per Unit
13 lb
13 lb
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