Hidden Fastener Metal Roofing Installation

Hidden fastener metal roofing panels have a cleaner look but do require additional metal working skills patience and they take longer to install compared to exposed fastener panels.

Hidden fastener metal roofing installation.

These panels can be applied over conventional or wood framed structures and are usually narrower than exposed fastener panels. Hidden fastener metal roofing panels have a cleaner look but do require additional finishing skills and can take longer to install. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof line.

Installing all metal roofing requires skill as far as lining up the panels correctly spacing the fasteners and cutting the panels to match the roof s geometry it doesn t require the same level of craftsmanship as a standing seam metal roofing does. Insert the continuous cleat into the trim and let it overhang by about an inch. This is by far the most common way to install a metal roof. This video shows how to install standing seam panels when hemming the eave and rake.

3 install 1 4 purlins down over the shingles before installing the metal roof the third way to install a metal roof over shingles is by applying 1 4 purlins over the shingle roof. View the color chart jpg concealed fasteners for a clean look made standard with 26 gauge premium steel. Concealed fastener metal roofs provide excellent weather resistance and increased durability. You can learn more about installing eave trim and offset cleats in another one of our metal roofing installation videos.

As long as the plywood under the shingle roof is in good condition this way can provide many benefits. This technique provides the cleanest look and shows no exposed fasteners. This is the traditional way of doing a standing seam roof which we ve been able to bring over to the hidden fastener snap lock model. Mbci provides three snap on batten roof options that are typically used in architectural applications as well as our slimline which is a good choice in residential and commercial applications.

Install offset cleat install the offset cleat along the eave and then you are ready to install the metal roofing panels.