How To Build A Steel Roof
Galvanized steel which is created by using a soft layer of zinc to protect the inner layers is the most common type of steel roofing.
How to build a steel roof. You may also find steel roof trusses in larger buildings or commercial projects. In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof. A steel roof truss like a wooden one is triangular in shape. A steel roof truss is used to replace a typical roof truss which is made from wood.
A good metal roof starts with the right materials. Drill and full assortment of drill bits. Steel panels rectangles or squares staple gun. Diy metal roofing installations will require the following materials.
1 inch roofing nails. Steel roofing can be costly but it is a lifetime investment. You will also need a large garbage can a jigsaw or power metal shear a staple gun a drill and assorted drill bits 1 inch roofing nails metal roofing screws and self drilling self sealing wood screws. The purpose of the truss is to support the weight of the roof and keep the walls steady.
Ladder or scaffolding tall enough to reach the roof jigsaw or power metal shears.