Why Use ABAA Roof-to-Wall Details?

Roof-to-wall transitions remain one of the most vulnerable points in the building enclosure.

The ABAA Roof-to-Wall Details for was developed to:

• Provide practical transition detailing guidance
• Support continuity of the air control layer
• Identify proven materials and best practices
• Increase awareness around critical enclosure transitions

Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts, this resource delivers current best practices and will continue evolving alongside the industry.

Detail Gallery

Mass Wall w/ Roof Deck Air Barrier, Opt. A

Rainscreen Wall Roof Edge w/o Roof Deck Air Barrier

Rainscreen Wall – Parapet w/ Foam Insulation within Coping Blocking Assembly

Insulated Sheathing Rainscreen Wall – Roof w/ Roof Deck Air Barrier

Insulated Sheathing Rainscreen Wall – Parapet w/ Insulation within Coping Blocking Assembly

Roof-to-Rising-Wall Transition – Structural Thermal Break

Roof Overhang w/ Structural Thermal Break (3D)