Treated with micropro clear preservative to retain the natural look of cedar they weather beautifully to blend into the natural environment.
How to install cedar shingles on a roof.
Position the first shingle so its end overhangs the edge of the roof by 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches.
Cedar shingles are becoming an increasingly popular roof material as the desire to use products that are sustainable and eco friendly yet also practical and attractive grows.
Secure it to the roof by driving in two nails near the top edge of the shingle about 1 inch below its top edge.
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.
Cedar roof installation and roofing installation tips videos.
Cedar breather creates a space between the cedar shingles and the roof.
Make sure the existing shingles are nailed down well and you aren t missing any shingles.
Cedar breather comes in 200 square foot rolls and should be installed over the roofing felt with nails or tacks.
A newly installed shake roof is bright blond with a.
A guide to installing cedar shingles the jb western red cedar shingles from marley are a lightweight roofing and cladding solution with a high degree of natural thermal insulation.
Getting the proper material and letting it get used to the.
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.
This will provide you an even surface for the new ones.
Measure out the square footage of the roof to make sure you have enough wood.
Roofing shakes are typically cut from red cedar which resists damage and deterioration from water and insects.
These videos will help you with the installation of your cedar shake and shingle roofs.
How to install roofing shakes.