--- title: Enka WallDrain/3D WallDrain Installation Instructions description: Enka®WallDrain and 3D WallDrain Installation of Walldrain Ventilation Mats. A guide of generally accepted procedures for a successful installation. --- - [Privacy Notice](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/privacy-notice?hsLang=en-us) | - [Shipping & Returns](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/shipping-and-returns?hsLang=en-us)   [![Global Plastic Sheeting, Plastic Sheeting Specialist](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/hs-fs/file-2336161311-png/images/logo-mobile.png)](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/?hsLang=en-us) ![side_img37](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/hs-fs/file-2350449328-png/images/side_img37.png) ![side_img37](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/hs-fs/file-2350449328-png/images/side_img37.png) Click to call from your cell: [+17605979298](tel:+17605979298) # Enka WallDrain and 3D WallDrain Installation Instructionsions ## WallDrain Ventilation Mats ### Materials: **Enka®WallDrain D 6P1 Plus *  Enka®WallDrain D 6P1 * Enka®WallDrain D 10P1 Plus * Enka®WallDrain W 10P1 * 3DWallDrain P 10P1 Plus * 3DWallDrain P 10P1 * ****Cap Screws *  Staples * Roofing Nails **   **Tools:**  Measuring Tape  Utility Knife or Scissors  Hammer Tacker, Nail Gun, or Drill   **General Notes:**   1. These suggestions are a guide of generally accepted procedures for successful installation. It may be followed, modified, or rejected by the contractor and/or design profession of record or their representative since they, not Low & Bonar Inc., are responsible for designing, planning and executing procedures appropriate to a specific application. 2. Consult local building codes and regulations prior to installation 3. Ensure that the substrate is sound and that there are no voids or other protrusions or conditions that would interfere with the systems performance. 4. Building paper or WRB should be installed with windows and doors properly flashed and sealed according to manufacturer’s guidelines. For additional guidance refer to ASTM E2112-07 Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights & AAMA 2400-02 (Formerly CAWM 400-95) Standard Practice for Installation of Windows with a Mounting Flange in Stud Frame Construction. 5. Exterior finish materials should be installed according to manufacturer’s installation guidelines. 6. Cover rainscreen as soon as possible as it is not designed for continuous UV exposure. 7. A ventilation detail should be installed every 2 levels if structure is more than two stories. 8. In high rainfall zones a ventilation detail should be included at each level.   ## **Enka WallDrain Stucco Wall Installation** ![Enka WallDrain/3D WallDrain](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Enka%20WallDrain%203D%20WallDrain-jpg.jpeg?width=200&height=205&name=Enka%20WallDrain%203D%20WallDrain-jpg.jpeg)     1. Begin placing **Enka WallDrain** at the bottom of the wall with the fabric flap down. Unroll WallDrain horizontally with entangled filaments touching the Building Paper/WRB with the filter fabric to the outside. 2. The bottom edge of the WallDrain core should be aligned with the top of the weep screed. Weep screed should installed according to manufacturer’s guidelines. 3. Fold the filter fabric flap around the bottom of the core and tuck between the entangled filaments and the Building Paper/WRB. This prevents insects from getting into the vent space. 4. Place the second horizontal row of WallDrain with the fabric flap down, above the first row. The fabric flap will overlap the fabric of the first row. Flap may be tacked with a staple or construction adhesive if needed to hold in place. 5. The upper row of WallDrain can be inverted so the fabric flap is up, to create an insect screen similar to the bottom. A separate piece of filter fabric or window screen can be used if it is not desirable to flip the upper row. 6. For proper performance of the ventilation system WallDrain needs to vent at the top & bottom of the wall. The detail at the top of the wall should prevent wind driven rain from penetrating into the WallDrain layer. 7. WallDrain should be attached with roofing nails, staples, or cap screws. Only use enough attachments to hold in place and prevent blow off, as it is desirable to have minimal penetrations through the WRB. Do not fasten through flashing. 8. Attach woven wire, expanded metal, or coated fiberglass stucco reinforcement over the WallDrain according to manufacturer’s guidelines. 9. Apply scratch coat layer and manufactured stone and/or thin brick according to manufacturer’s guidelines.   [![Enka Applications Chart. Which products works best for what! ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/32796/751bf4b5-dcd3-4728-990e-1a05cdcf2274.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/32796/751bf4b5-dcd3-4728-990e-1a05cdcf2274)   ## Enka WallDrain Brick Wall or Manufactured Stone Installation ![Enka WallDrain and 3D WallDrain on Wood Siding](https://www.globalplasticsheeting.com/hubfs/Enka%20WallDrain%20and%203D%20WallDrain%20on%20Wood%20Siding-jpg.jpeg)   1. Begin placing WallDrain at the bottom of the wall with the fabric flap down. Unroll WallDrain horizontally with entangled filaments touching the Building Paper/WRB with the filter fabric to the outside. 2. The bottom edge of the WallDrain core should be aligned with the top of the weep screed. Weep screed should installed according to manufacturer’s guidelines. 3. Fold the filter fabric flap around the bottom of the core and tuck between the entangled filaments and the Building Paper/WRB. This prevents insects from getting into the vent space. 4. Place the second horizontal row of WallDrain with the fabric flap down, above the first row. The fabric flap will overlap the fabric of the first row. Flap may be tacked with a staple or construction adhesive if needed to hold in place. 5. The upper row of WallDrain can be inverted so the fabric flap is up, to create an insect screen similar to the bottom. A separate piece of filter fabric or window screen can be used if it is not desirable to flip the upper row. 6. For proper performance of the ventilation system WallDrain needs to vent at the top & bottom of the wall. The detail at the top of the wall should prevent wind driven rain from penetrating into the WallDrain layer. 7. WallDrain should be attached with roofing nails, staples, or cap screws. Only use enough attachments to hold in place and prevent blow off, as it is desirable to have minimal penetrations through the WRB. Do not fasten through flashing. 8. Attach woven wire, expanded metal, or coated fiberglass stucco reinforcement over the WallDrain according to manufacturer’s guidelines. 9. Apply scratch coat layer and manufactured stone and/or thin brick according to manufacturer’s guidelines.   ## **Wood Siding, Composite Wood Siding, Fiber Cement Siding, or Wood Shake Wall Installation ** 1. Begin placing WallDrain at the bottom of the wall with the fabric flap down. Unroll WallDrain horizontally with entangled filaments touching the Building Paper/WRB with the filter fabric to the outside. 2. Fold the filter fabric flap around the bottom of the core and tuck between the entangled filaments and the Building Paper/WRB. This prevents insects from getting into the vent space. 3. Place the second horizontal row of WallDrain with the fabric flap down, above the first row. The fabric flap will overlap the fabric of the first row. Flap may be tacked with a staple or construction adhesive if needed to hold in place. 4. The upper row of WallDrain can be inverted so the fabric flap is up to create an insect screen similar to the bottom. A separate piece of filter fabric or window screen can be used if it is not desirable to flip the upper row. 5. For proper performance of the ventilation system WallDrain needs to vent at the top and bottom of the wall. The detail at the top of the wall should prevent wind driven rain from penetrating into the WallDrain layer. 6. WallDrain should be attached with roofing nails, staples, or cap screws. Only use enough attachments to hold in place and prevent blow off, as it is desirable to have minimal penetrations through the WRB. Do not fasten through flashing. 7. Install wood siding and shakes according to wood industry guidelines. Install Composite wood and Fiber Cement siding according to manufacturer’s guidelines. Fastener lengths should accommodate the thickness of the WallDrain. Pneumatic nailers can be used. 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