Slate Roofing Installation Guide

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Slate roofing installation guide. General installation guidelines for natural quarried roofing slate 3 diameter to provide a snug fit for the shank of the roofing nails. Alternate solutions to slate roofing problems are provided. Imperfection in the decking may transmit through to finished roof. Slate roof installation guide 1 construct the roof properly.

Read about the common mistakes people make when installing. The complete guide for installation of slate roofs is available to download here. For a slate installation the chalk line should be snapped approximately 2 above the bottom edge of the roof. Take a look at the slate tile roof installation guide to gather more detailed information regarding the repair installation of slate roofs.

4 have the correct tools. Assume all elements of the roof assembly must last and function for at least 150 years. When slating with a shallow pitch a wide slate is highly recommended for maximum side lap or lateral lap side overlaps. The mission of the national slate association is to establish a material and installation standard for and promotion of natural roofing slate in north america.

Installation when laying out a roof in preparation for slating it chalk lines across the entire roof area marking the top edge of every row of slate. The amount of overhang may be adjusted as needed to achieve the best water flow into the gutter. Davinci slate must be installed on a smooth flat surface plywood or osb. Slate roofing contractors association of north america inc.

The association which started in 1922 and was reformed in 2002 spans quarriers contractors architects consultants and distributors with a connection to natural slate. 3 before you start do your homework. The starter tiles should be placed so the top edge of the starter tile is placed on the line. Generally speaking 20degrees is the lowest advisable pitch for a slate roof depending on the size of the slates and how much that the roof is exposed to moderate weather conditions.

This gold circle award winning book masterfully renders every design and installation detail to be found in slate roofing. Architectural drawings accurately illustrate flashing and roof lay out. Mini mum 15 32 apa approved plywood or 7 16 approved osb.