Flat Roof Felt Corners

In terms of spacing leave about 6 inches between nails along both of the short sides and the side lying next to the edge of the roof.

Flat roof felt corners. There are two good ways to handle corner flashing. Find out how to fix a kerb edge in this detailed instruction video. Using galvanised clout nails nail down the first layer of felt. You will be placing the second layer of felt over this.

Ensure the felt remains even and straight as you work. Bend the flap down and nail along the top edge. Apply a thin layer of roofing cement to the first layer of nylon fabric and glue it in place over the asphalt roofing. Run the base flashing 4 to 5 in.

Begin laying out your roofing felt by starting at one corner. This easy how to video shows flat roofers beginners and pros how to seal external corners. If you re looking for premium quality industry standard cost effective edging our unique line of products will give your flat roof a smart professional look while preventing damp and condensation from infiltrating your roof. Start at one of the upper corners of the felt and continue along the perimeter.

Find everything you need to give your flat roof a visually pleasing finish with our full range of roof edge trims. Space each nail apart by about 30 to 36 inches 76 to 91 cm along the side of the felt closest to the roof s peak and 12 inch 30 5 cm along the side closest to the ground. Roll the felt so that it overhangs the edge by 2 inches. After the roofing felt as been rolled along with the roof decking you can begin to secure it to the roof.

No new flat roof installation is complete without the detail work. Lay the roll of roofing felt on the corner and let it overhang by three inches on each side. Let it stand for about 30 minutes and then using galvanized nails and your hammer nail down the first layer. It s best to start nailing in the center and work out from there.

Roll it out along the edge keeping a three inch overhang. Complete the finish of a flat roof installation with permaroof kerb trim edging. Paint a thin layer of adhesive over the first felt layer. Beyond the dormer and cut the top section along the dormer edge.

Once you get to the edge of the roof or when the roll runs out start nailing the felt.