These notes are intended to cover the use and installation of corrugated roof sheets such as pvc other plastics and bitumen fibre sheets.
How to fix corrugated bitumen roofing sheets.
Corrugated roofing is a great way to top a garden shed shop or patio.
The top of the sheet has a smooth grained surface whilst the underside of the sheet is identified by its dimpled rough surface finish.
The sheets work well roof angles that range from 7 to 85 degrees making them a versatile roofing material.
Coroline onduline and corrap bt sheets are also available in a range of colours.
Here i show you how easy it is to re roof a shed with onduline roofing.
A cat ladder or roof board should always be used when working on a roof for safety of the person and to avoid damage to the roofing material.
Bitumen sheets are akin to fiberboard in that they are made from fibres of cardboard sandwiched together.
Available in a range of different materials sizes and colours.
It s quick easy low cost and you can do it yourself.
Installation of corrugated roof sheeting.
Bitumen roofing sheets are lightweight but don t compromise on durability.
When i built my garden shed in 1987 i used onduline corrugated roofing following the.
Corrugated sheets are typically used to span a roofing structure to provide cover or shelter distinguished for their wavy design which gives the sheet rigidity along its length and prevents it from sagging between the supports.
Corrugated sheeting can also be overlapped which often avoids the need for reducing the lengths by cutting.
How to install corrugated roofing.
Sheet roofing is normally selected based on the job you are trying to complete but other factors contribute like building type use and appearance.
Overlap each corrugated bitumen sheet with one corrugation on in other words one ridge.
You only need some basic tools and materials.
The sheets also finish with the corrugation edge facing down to the surface of the roof.
Cut the panels to the desired.