Moreover a corrugated metal roof is highly durable and will last for decades.
How to install metal roofing on lean to.
Once this is done set the roofing material by attaching wooden planks at regular intervals on top of the roof as done before.
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.
The diy lean to is finally completed.
For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.
Corrugated metal roofing can be a convenient and relatively affordable way to provide protection without the need to install metal shingles.
Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.
Cover the lean to roof with corrugated metal roofing.
Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.
And it comes in many shapes sizes and colors.
Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas.
These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation.
When you decide to install corrugated metal roofing you just need to make sure that you have the right materials.
I installed all the metal roof by my self and managed to not die in the process.
Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.
Attach two planks on either ends of the nailer by nailing them firmly in and place them on top of the structure.
Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.
The dis advantage of a metal roof is that it is more expensive than shingles and requires additional planning and tools.
In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.
Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel.
Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.
In contrast steel shingles are.
Place the first screw.
Place the first panel on one end of the roof and secure it to the sheathing strips top and bottom with a screw gun and galvanized steel or aluminum screws depending on the type of roofing metal with plastic washers on them.
This lean to will work well to keep th.
If you install it properly you can pretty much forget maintenance for the life of the shed.
The advantage of a metal roof or tin roof is that it has a 50 year plus lifespan.
To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos.
One downside is that the metal sheets have a susceptibility to denting both in installation and during hailstorms.
Add a third plank in the center.
