A close-up view of the pipes and conduit under the floor of the Mini Dome.

Underfloor – Window Tubes

Underfloor photo number 07.

Use tubing to direct water outside the structure in the event of a window leak.

Underfloor photo number 08.

Install the tubing at the lowest point of each window sill.

Underfloor photo number 09.

Detail shot showing the tube opening. Apply caulking to ensure a waterproof path and seal around the opening. Prosoco R-Guard Joint and Seam Filler shown here.

Underfloor photo number 10.

Use cable clamps and tee fittings to connect and secure the tubing. Link the tubing from each window sill to ensure water flows downward.

Underfloor photo number 11.

Run the tubing through the wall bulkhead and out the bottom.

Underfloor photo number 12.

Terminate the tubing into a catch to monitor for window leaks. Two Gatorade bottles were used, one for each set of windows.

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