Insttall Plank While On Roof

This process helps spread the construction glue across the entire plank.

Insttall plank while on roof.

Use the lower edge of the roof as a guide and install nailers end to end across the roof with the lower edge two inches from the edge of the roof. Cut the soffit board planks so the ends are aligned with the center of the patio trusses. Immediately install a plank after installing one for each end. The rigid core vinyl planks cut with a utility knife and snap right into the next plank like tongue and groove.

Cut out marked area with a jig saw image 2. Slip whichever size board usually a 2x8 inch or 2x10 inch will fit snugly into the jacks. Be sure to stagger the butt seam joints or anywhere the end of one soffit board plank meets another. Instead of a standard straight cut you must cut these pieces.

Nail them to the trusses using the large gauge finish nail gun. Step 6 fit in the final plank. Secure the plank to the jack as shown to prevent the plank from tipping over. Install middle jacks under planking once they are put down so you can locate the middle for added stability.

How to cut siding near the roof line. I feel kind of silly when i keep saying they were so easy to install but they really were. Make sure to secure a roof jack every six feet. Nail the plank onto the ceiling joist with at least two finishing nails spaced 24 inches apart.

Past the end brackets. Drive a pair of 8d nails through the wood. Once you ve secured the plank in place continue adding more jacks where needed. Reinstall fixtures and turn power to room back on.

But not more than 12 in. Lay a 2 6 plank across the brackets and attach it to the brackets with screws. Up the roof or as close together as needed to make your work safe and convenient. The plank should overhang the jacks by about 6 inches on each side.

For many people out. Even my 13 year old helped see instagram story in our highlights feed. Hold plank up to outlet to make sure cut is in proper place. Glue and raise the second plank so the tongue of the first fits snugly into the groove of the second.

Hold plank up to ceiling outlet and mark width and depth with a pencil image 1. Begin at the patio to exterior wall transition and work your way down toward the fascia. Make sure the 2 6 extends at least 6 in. Set another row of roof brackets and planks about every 8 ft.

Continue to cover the ceiling section with planks till you reach the last one. I came across this steep roof and took this video about installing the roof jacks and the board before installing the roofing materials.