Using sheet metal for a simple gable shed is well within the reach of most diy shed builders.
How to roof a shed with tin.
Install one by following these simple instructions.
And it comes in many shapes sizes and colors.
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 dis advantage of a metal roof is that it is more expensive than shingles and requires additional planning and tools.
Either way a metal roof can add years to a shed because it is impervious to bugs and animals and it weathers.
If you install it properly you can pretty much forget maintenance for the life of the shed.
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Before completing this project check with your local building codes and ordinances to ensure installing a tin roof instead of another type of roof where you want to is legal.
How to install a metal roof on a shed.
This video shows how i installed a metal panelled roof.
You will most likely have to order the roofing metal in the amount and color specific to your house.
Let s take a look at the most common types of metal roofs for houses.
Lay the new metal roof right on top of an old roof or remove the old one first.
Whether you are looking to install a metal roof on a shed or a house it s important to know the difference in the various types of metal roofs available.
My workshop shed is under a large tree constantly being attacked by falling cones and bird droppings.
A tin roof while relatively inexpensive still maintains its reputation for excellent durability.
While a metal roof can be a noisy addition to a home it can be the perfect solution for a shed in need of repair.
The term pitch refers to the slope of the roof.
Determine your desired roof pitch.
Metal shed roofing is an inexpensive low maintenance and durable way of roofing your shed.