Installing A Tin Roof Diy

Measure the roof area.

Installing a tin roof diy.

In a log cabin with exposed beams the tongue and groove roof decking boards will be visible from underneath. Decide what type of tin roof you want by selecting either an r panel or v crimp style. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.

Step 1 select a tin roof type. Remove the old roof. Tack the 15 pound felt paper. Once the first wood layer is down cover it with 15 pound felt paper image 1.

However with a seamed or crimped roof style you won t need screws. How to install a tin roof step 1. 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. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.

For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Place the first screw.