Roof Sheathing Paper

It can help prevent the picture framing effect or the pattern of your wood decking telegraphing through your shingles by providing an extra layer on top of uneven wood.

Roof sheathing paper.

Because your roof deck might not lie perfectly straight or flat a layer of roof paper gives an even uniform surface upon which you can install your shingles. Zip system sheathing and tape provides a water resistant durable underlayment for many finished roof coverings including metal tile and asphalt shingles fiberglass shingles and cedar shingles. For information on large panelized roof systems refer to the commercial construction application section. Space is left for attic ventilation.

Red rosin paper is a high quality single ply sheathing paper which is widely used in built up roofing systems as a first layer protective barrier. If the felt paper is rained on it s best to let it dry out before installing shingles. Common roof sheathing applications and installation recommendations are described in the related publications listed at right. The roof is sheathed with 5 8 in.

Correct installation of roof sheathing will ensure the best performance and help reduce complaints and callbacks. Item 169827 model 5003002. Weather resistant underlayment and waterproof shingle underlayment. Another cause of buckling can be wetting of the felt paper which will expand if it gets wet.

Sheathing paper can cover wall sheathing usually along the exterior of a home but it can also insulate roofing and flooring. This environmentally friendly paper is manufactured from 100 recycled fibers. In new construction it is best to let the roof sheathing acclimate to local conditions before installing the roofing although this is not always practical. The fibers are set in alum to resist bleeding.

Clay and concrete tile. Grace ice water shield 36 in x 75 ft 200 sq ft rubber roof underlayment. Metal shingles and panels. Later secure the paper with tabbed roofing nails.

Since it consists of heavy high grade building paper or felt you can use it during most phases of a building or home improvement project covering and protecting any open layers of construction.