Cold process modified bitumen roll roofing is another way to apply rolled roofing other than hot mopping or torching.
How to install torch on roofing felt.
Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof.
Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches.
Choose heat resistant gloves and boots made of a material like kevlar.
Fasten drip edge on eaves with.
Installing roof felt is a two person job.
This will help you get started and you will also learn some tricks.
Watch this video if you want to learn how to use a propane torch on a flat roof.
Hang the lower edge of the felt over the eave the part of the roof that meets or overhangs the shed s walls by about 0 5 to 0 75 inches 1 3 to 1 9 cm.
Installing the torch down roofing involves flames and melted asphalt.
Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof.
Never install the felt vertically across your roof.
Installing the roofing felt does take care but can go very quickly.
Also cover up with long sleeved clothing to reduce the chances of an accident.
These applications are ideal for flat roofs or protective surfaces under roof level decks.
Nail metal drip edge flashing which bends over the roof and down the edge of the facing board on all roof edges.
You will need to use your gloves and boots on occasion to roll or press down on the bitumen sheets as they bubble.
Some roofing felts are actually glued down.
Install new flashing metal flashing is often called drip edge along the.