How To Fit Shed Roof Felt

To build a shed roof you ll need rafter boards plywood gusset plates plywood sheathing felt roofing paper and shingles.

How to fit shed roof felt.

Installing felt to a shed roof is an easy diy weekend project. 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. It requires only a limited amount of materials and since the coverage area of a garden shed is much smaller than that of your house it s also a relatively quick project. You can then re attach fascia boards to keep your shed looking smart by hiding the folded over roofing felt at each gable end.

Use your craft knife to cut a slit in the felt overhang at the apex of the roof then fold the felt down there and nail securely at 10cm intervals along the gable. Make a birdsmouth notch at the end of each rafter to help it fit into place. First cut your rafter boards to size using a circular saw to make sure they fit your roof. Never install the felt vertically across your roof.

As you work the paper can be tacked down in the center so it won t blow away. Conclusions on how to install roofing felt.