CONTEGA SOLIDO IQ-X
Installation steps: 2. Window already installed
1. The window is already installed
CONTEGA SOLIDO IQ-X is to be applied subsequently to an already mounted window.
NOTE: Ensure that the overlap is waterproof when applying tape on the exterior!
1. The window is already installed
CONTEGA SOLIDO IQ-X is to be applied subsequently to an already mounted window.
NOTE: Ensure that the overlap is waterproof when applying tape on the exterior!
2. Cut tape to length
Add approx. 6-8 cm (2 3/8" - 3 1/8") to the length of each side of the frame and cut this length of CONTEGA SOLIDO IQ-X.
2. Cut tape to length
Add approx. 6-8 cm (2 3/8" - 3 1/8") to the length of each side of the frame and cut this length of CONTEGA SOLIDO IQ-X.
3. Stick to the frame
Start applying the tape in the corner area.
First position approx. 2 cm (3/4") of the tape on the vertical part of the frame and stick the adhesive strip to the frame.
Guide the tape around the frame corner and stick the tape to the horizontal part of the frame. Gradually remove the release film while doing so.
3. Stick to the frame
Start applying the tape in the corner area.
First position approx. 2 cm (3/4") of the tape on the vertical part of the frame and stick the adhesive strip to the frame.
Guide the tape around the frame corner and stick the tape to the horizontal part of the frame. Gradually remove the release film while doing so.
4. Stick to the reveal, allowing for slack
Remove the release film strip and gradually stick the tape in place on the reveal.
Start sticking the reveal in the corner area. Leave slack for expansion so as to allow for relative motion between components.
Stick the tape as far as the next corner area.
4. Stick to the reveal, allowing for slack
Remove the release film strip and gradually stick the tape in place on the reveal.
Start sticking the reveal in the corner area. Leave slack for expansion so as to allow for relative motion between components.
Stick the tape as far as the next corner area.
5. Stick the tape all around the window
Continue sticking the rest of the window (frame and reveal) in the same manner. The adhesive bond must be airtight all around with no interruptions.
5. Stick the tape all around the window
Continue sticking the rest of the window (frame and reveal) in the same manner. The adhesive bond must be airtight all around with no interruptions.
6. Stick the corners
Apply the tape with an overlap of at least 2 cm (3/4") in the corner areas.
6. Stick the corners
Apply the tape with an overlap of at least 2 cm (3/4") in the corner areas.
7. Rub to secure the adhesive bond
Rub the tape firmly onto the frame and reveal to secure the adhesive bond using the pro clima PRESSFIX application tool, for example.
Tip:
The width of the application tool can be adapted as needed.
Exterior:
Add EXTOSEAL ENCORS sub-sill flashing depending on the construction situation.
7. Rub to secure the adhesive bond
Rub the tape firmly onto the frame and reveal to secure the adhesive bond using the pro clima PRESSFIX application tool, for example.
Tip:
The width of the application tool can be adapted as needed.
Exterior:
Add EXTOSEAL ENCORS sub-sill flashing depending on the construction situation.
8. You’re finished!
The joint – which is either airtight or resistant to driving rain, as applicable – is now complete, and the tape can be plastered over.
8. You’re finished!
The joint – which is either airtight or resistant to driving rain, as applicable – is now complete, and the tape can be plastered over.