Cedar Shed Roof Tiles

Cedar roof sheds are a simple way of enhancing the look and durability of your new shed.

Cedar shed roof tiles.

Cedar shingles are tapered wood pieces made from red cedar which are used to cover the exterior of both roofs and walls. Cedar shingles are a great environmentally friendly alternative to traditional roofing shingle materials but can also be used for wall claddings. We use only the best 100 western red cedar in our products rich vibrant aromatic and best of all non toxic. Maintain the broken bond pattern throughout the roof and ensure a 5mm gap is left between each cedar shingle.

Install the first course directly on top of the starter course. Ridges see our available ridges here when you reach the ridgeline you will need to cut the shingles to maintain the 125mm gauge the shingles can be cut with a hand saw or by using a stanley blade to score them. All our prefab kits can be modified with our many different options doors windows wood shingles screens benches and more. So how to install cedar shingles on a shed.

Wood has been used as a source of roofing shingles for centuries and even today continues to make an excellent source of shed roofing materials. They are a good choice for use on roofs with a steep pitch and are exceptionally pleasant to look for. Not only do wooden shingles give your home a unique traditional look but they have a range of advantages too. Available in the form of tiles and ridge tiles they can protect your shed from all types of weather especially rain and snow.

Handy home shows you universal shingling techniques that can be applied to any shed. Cover the roof in felt roofing paper. Cedar shingle and polycarbonate panel roofing. Install shingles using 2 weather resistant nails.

Watch and see how easy it is. Use a chalk line to align the starter course of cedar shingles. Shingling a shed and want some tips. Advantages of using cedar shingles.

Add remaining courses until you reach the roofline. Most wood roof shingles are made from cedar pine redwood or western red cedar.