How To Soften Edges Of Galvenized Roofing

It can be done.

How to soften edges of galvenized roofing.

Once free slide the drip edge out and discard. Cut the metal using specialized metal snips. Be sure that the angled cuts cross through the intersection of the half inch scribe lines. Tim borges north american distribution sales manager demonstrates how to smooth the edge of stainless steel sheet metal by using a w222 mounted point.

Step 2 use your die grinder with a mounted point we like shape w222 and simply run the point over the edge of the sheet metal. Step 1 secure the sheet metal to prevent slipping. Use a die grinder with the mounted point and simply run the point over the edge of the sheet metal. Tighten the clamps down until the straight edge and metal will not move.

Set the scribe to a half of an inch and run it along the edges of the cut piece of steel snipping each corner of the patch at a 45 degree angle. Replace the straight edge right next to the marker line and clamp the metal and the straight edge to the worktable using table clamps. Nail the shingle with four nails two in the adhesive stirp and two at either corner. Secure the sheet metal to prevent slipping.

This process will round the edge of the metal and create a groove in the point. Gently lift up the shingles on the edge of the roof and locate the nails holding the existing drip edge onto. Use a flat pry bar and hammer to pry the nails out of the drip edge gently. Move the metal to the edge of a table.

Stacey shows you the best way to smooth those edges on your metal pipes after you cut it to size so you don t. Trim the edges on the rake and top edge so that they are flush with the other shingles. Having the right tool makes all the difference. W222 mounted point a54gfx nc part no.

Use the metal snips for this as well.