Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle.
How to sheet a roof with metal.
Spread the tarpaper over the wood of the roof to create a new waterproof base.
You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your.
Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.
If you haven t already determined how big the panel needs to be.
Screw a metal sheet into the wood of the roof through the tarpaper.
For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.
Lay the roofing sheets on a flat surface with the underside up.
Find a stable surface like a workbench you can use.
Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps.
Marking the metal for cutting 1.
Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.
You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process.
Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.
Calculate the number of panels needed for the roof.
Start with one side of the house at the top of the roof.
Measure along the.
Remove the old roof.
Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails.