Plywood Roofing Panels

When used for roofing plywood panels are covered and protected by a variety.

Plywood roofing panels.

Plywood is made with three or more layers of thin wood glued together with the grain alternating. Tongue and groove plywood is designed so panels fit together quickly like a puzzle. It is typically made in 4 by 8 foot sheets although longer panels are available for special purposes. Pressure treated plywood helps plywood stand up to the weather decay and insects.

Work toward the ridge. Given that the edges may swell with exposure to moisture you may prefer to use these larger panels to minimize the number of edges along the roof. Metal roofing is also available in the form of. Install the first metal panel on the low end of the roof square to the eave.

The preservative process makes pressure treated plywood last long and is ideal for outdoor projects. Begin on the left side of the roof working to the right. Secure the metal panel to the deck by drilling 1 1 2 inch galvanized metal screws through the peak of the rib in 12 inch to 16 inch intervals. Choosing the right type of plywood for the roof is one of the most important construction decisions that you will have to make.

To secure it measure it roll it out over the plywood cut it to the dimensions of the roof with a roofing or utility knife and finally hammer it securely to the plywood with 1 2 inch roofing nails. Screw the new panel in place as described. This material separates the roofing from the substrate provides secondary weather protection and guides drainage down the side of the roof. Choosing plywood for the roof.

You may need to cut panels to fit angles using a circular saw with a metal saw blade. Overlap the edge of the roof by 1 inch.