Framing For A Sheet Metal Roof

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.

Framing for a sheet metal roof. Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Place the first screw. While most home builders will outsource the construction of roofing trusses the rafter supports of the roof itself learning to frame a roof yourself is one of the true arts of carpentry and a basic primer is covered below.

When installing a metal roof over an existing roof before installing the. The sheet steel is then passed through rollers to give it shape and stiffness. The standard fastening pattern is permitted over the rest of the sheet. 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.

When installing the metal panels shown in this booklet over a curved arch the. When a metal roofing sheet must be installed on a curved roof screws should be installed at every overlapping rib at the sheet ends to resist the natural tendency of the metal to spring back. The sheet steel to form the panels is delivered to the roofing factory in a pre galvanised coil. 16 gauge purlins to secure the metal roof panels.

Experienced do it yourselfers can use a nail gun with 8d nail clips instead of a hammer and nails. Use a tool belt that has a hammer loop to hold nails a measuring tape chalk line and a hammer when installing the wood.