Installing A Tin Roof Diy

In a log cabin with exposed beams the tongue and groove roof decking boards will be visible from underneath.

Installing a tin roof diy.

How to install a tin roof step 1. Decide what type of tin roof you want by selecting either an r panel or v crimp style. Remove the old roof. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.

Tack the 15 pound felt paper. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Place the first screw.

You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. 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. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. However with a seamed or crimped roof style you won t need screws.

Measure the roof area. Step 1 select a tin roof type. For an r panel style you will need to install it with 5 16 inch lap screws. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.