Installation Instructions

Plywood reinforcement header

Window frame

A continuous housewrap or a

waterproof membrane tucked

under housewrap

Aluminum or steel flashing

If you do not have a full brick above the opening, cutting

will be required (see detail beside). Cut the starter strip as

well so you have a level line to install the bricks. Installing

a soldier course is a very attractive alternative to horizontal

cuts (see soldier course installation section).

This page shows the installation of a horizontal course above openings. Install

a 3/4” (19mm) thick plywood reinforcement header sized according to the

header reinforcement section. Cover this header with a housewrap or a water-

proof membrane.

• Install aluminum or steel flashing above opening.

• Cover plywood and metalic flashing with a waterproof

membrane or housewrap.

• Locate the “V” mark on the starter strip flange, cut with

a utility knife and snap it off.

• Install and level your starter strip above the opening.

• Locate the screw point location on the starter strip and

fasten with #8 or #10 x 2 ½” (64mm) corrosion resistant

screws at every 16” (400mm) c/c.

• Install and screw each Novabrik on the Starter Strip with

a #8 or #10 x 2½ (64mm) corrosion resistant screw at

every 16” (400mm) c/c.

Installation Above Openings

Starter Strip