How To Install Metal Roof Decking

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How to install metal roof decking.

In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th. Inspect the plywood for damaged areas. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.

Place the first screw. Fit the side drip edges over the roofing felt while the bottom drip edges should be fit under. In addition cut a 12 piece for the top ridge. Repair any rotted sections of plywood before installing the metal panels.

Sweep the plywood clean of all dirt and debris with a push broom. A metal deck roof will add shade and make your deck or patio space more comfortable during the hot summer months. Cover the roof of the shed with roofing felt making sure the strips overlap at least 2. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.

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. This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. Secure the tar paper to the plywood sheets with roofing staples. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.

Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. These roofs are usually easy to install over a deck or patio just make sure you re not breaking any local building codes. 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.