Putting A Metal Roof On A Shed

Then trim all edges of the roof with metal trim made for that purpose.

Putting a metal roof on a shed.

Measure the roof to determine how much metal you will need. In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof. My workshop shed is under a large tree constantly being attacked by falling cones and bird droppings. Lay the panels on the ground the way you want them to be on the roof.

Other metals are used in roofing such as zinc copper and lead which i m only going to mention these in passing. Follow manufacturer s instructions for the sealant application. Complete the first row. Lay and secure the first metal panel.

You might have to stagger the metal and cut one or both outside edges to get the correct overall width. Lay the roofing felt. Then attach the metal roof material with screws make for roofing. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps.

Build the roof as normal with the trim felt paper and metal flashing. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. 2 corrugated metal roof installation instructions. And also are a target for thieves once installed.

This video shows how i installed a metal panelled roof. The most common metal shed roofing material is thin steel sheet that is galvanised profiled and painted. Buy the metal panels. This helps in setting up the lap of the panels.

Allow for at least 1 foot extra all the way around. How to install a metal roof on a shed step 1. The r panel type metal roof is curvy and requires. This is not a complete install only basic install on a bungalow i.

Determine which kind of metal you will use to repair the roof.