Plywood Roof Sheathing Overhang

Plywood sheathing delivers outstanding stiffness strength and versatility.

Plywood roof sheathing overhang.

At exposed roof overhangs the sheathing must be rated for exposure to the weather. Comes in standard 4 by 8 foot sheets is strong durable and relatively light. Things needed tape measure chalk line circular saw 4 foot by 8 foot sheets of 3 4 inch plywood or osb framing nailer. Properly fasten panels including fastening and spacing hints step 4.

Every piece meets the highest grading standards for strength and appearance. It adds proven performance and durability to new homes room additions and renovations. As a quick primer in plywood each side is rated from a to d. It is an excellent choice for light frame wall and roof assemblies in weather protected applications.

Thickness will range from 3 8 to 3 4 inch depending upon local code. Cover sheathing with. The common grade of plywood for roof sheathing is cdx. Ventilate the roof according to current building codes step 3.

And scroll down to see more details on each with installation hints and tips below. This indicates the truss tails. A is smooth and knot free while d the lowest quality has missing knots and cracks. The everyday sheathing used on the body of a roof is not rated for weather exposure so when exposed eaves and or rakes occur at the perimeter a different more expensive weather rated grade of plywood or osb must be used.

Then we re going to use a scrap of 2x4 to space off the square and strike a line there. Choose an exterior c d grade. Check the nailing surface is level step 2.