Roofing shakes are typically cut from red cedar which resists damage and deterioration from water and insects.
How to install cedar shingles on a roof.
This will provide you an even surface for the new ones.
Secure it to the roof by driving in two nails near the top edge of the shingle about 1 inch below its top edge.
Installing over existing shingles unless the shingles you have are badly damaged or you have three layers or more you don t need to remove the old shingles to install new cedar shingles.
A good rule of thumb is getting 10 percent more than you need just in case you need more material.
A newly installed shake roof is bright blond with a.
Measure out the square footage of the roof to make sure you have enough wood.
Getting the proper material and letting it get used to the.
Make sure the existing shingles are nailed down well and you aren t missing any shingles.
These videos will help you with the installation of your cedar shake and shingle roofs.
Cedar roof installation and roofing installation tips videos.
Position the first shingle so its end overhangs the edge of the roof by 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches.
Installing cedar roofing shingles yourself can be done when you prepare for all the steps ahead of time.
This space allows the shingles to dry more quickly preventing warping and cupping prolonging the life of the shingles.
How to install roofing shakes.
Sustainability is becoming a key focus within the construction market as people strive to create buildings that have a minimal effect on the environment around them whilst still being functional comfortable and.
Treated with micropro clear preservative to retain the natural look of cedar they weather beautifully to blend into the natural environment.
Cedar breather comes in 200 square foot rolls and should be installed over the roofing felt with nails or tacks.