Metal Roof Side Lap

In other words if the height of the roof drops by 2 inches for every 12 inches in length you will need to use sealant to strengthen the overlap barrier.

Metal roof side lap.

Metal roofing color visualizer. Upload a picture of your building and get an idea of what a new metal roof will look like on your structure. Metal sealing and fastening apply side lap sealant if the pitch of your roof is 2 12 or less. On the eave side of the roof aim to overhang the panels by 1 to 1 5 inches.

Steel deck sheets that are fastened together add to the strength of the overall structure and prevent concrete or water from leaking through the metal deck. This side lap tape sealant comes in 150 ft. Make sure the panel is square to the roof line. Learn more on the anatomy of metal deck.

In other words it s put on last the cap to the job. A ridge cap is normally installed only after all metal roof panels and any other trim are in place. Side lap sealant is a self adhering foam tape. When two pieces of metal deck with the same profile are adjacent a side lap joint can be used to fasten the two sheets together by overlapping a portion of each sheet by using a side lap fastener.

Why a side lap joint matters. Rolls and installs in the side lap of the roof and wall panels. Flexible foam that is uv resistant and won t scratch the paint. Play with the visualizer to see what different styles and colors of panels look like on a structure.

Save your project print it email it. Try on different roofing profiles and colors. Adhesive on one side allows the tape to remain in place while installing it.