How To Install Metal Roof Decking

A metal deck roof will add shade and make your deck or patio space more comfortable during the hot summer months.

How to install metal roof decking.

In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th. Cover the roof of the shed with roofing felt making sure the strips overlap at least 2. Here are 10 options we love. Inspect the plywood for damaged areas.

This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. How to apply metal roofing over plywood step 1. 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. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.

Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. 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. Repair any rotted sections of plywood before installing the metal panels. In addition cut a 12 piece for the top ridge.

Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. Sweep the plywood clean of all dirt and debris with a push broom. Secure the tar paper to the plywood sheets with roofing staples. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.

Fit the side drip edges over the roofing felt while the bottom drip edges should be fit under. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. 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. Remove all unused vents pipes and protrusions.