How To Install Metal Roof Decking

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How to install metal roof decking.

Place the first screw. Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof. Repair any rotted sections of plywood before installing the metal panels. Secure the tar paper to the plywood sheets with roofing staples.

In addition cut a 12 piece for the top ridge. Sweep the plywood clean of all dirt and debris with a push broom. These roofs are usually easy to install over a deck or patio just make sure you re not breaking any local building codes. Screw the steel hex washer head screws into the tops of corrugated waves of tin roofing material to prevent leaking through screw holes at the bottoms of the waves when rain runs down the roof.

For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. A metal deck roof will add shade and make your deck or patio space more comfortable during the hot summer months. This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.

Cover the roof of the shed with roofing felt making sure the strips overlap at least 2. Remove all unused vents pipes and protrusions. Attach 3 by 3 foot sheets of tin to each section of the frame using 1 inch steel hex washer head screws and a cordless drill. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.

Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. Fit the side drip edges over the roofing felt while the bottom drip edges should be fit under. Inspect the plywood for damaged areas. How to apply metal roofing over plywood step 1.