Shed Roof Felt

Our step by step guide will help you get it done quickly and easily.

Shed roof felt.

Continue to step by step instructions. That poor soul turned out to be me. Apply pressure and chisel away at it until it comes loose. Then rolling the felt lengthwise move it across the surface of the roof shed.

Remove old felt from the roof with your hands and a putty knife. Grab loose pieces of felt and pull them off the roof with your hands. For pieces that aren t coming loose press a putty knife underneath it. In the wind a temporary fix with a tarpaulin took three people and a lot of duct tape.

Never apply roof felt to a surface layer that is wet or damp it could lead to warping of the decking below or even to the rotting of the shed roof. Roll out the first layer of felt you will need to begin at the very bottom of one side of the roof. You may need to replace the felt every two to three years if your shed s in an exposed location or less frequently if it s sheltered. Some poor soul had lost the felt from their shed roof.

Roofing felt is essential to ensure your outbuilding is ready for all weathers by providing a waterproof cover to the building s roof. Replacing the felt on a shed roof is vital to protect your shed from the elements. Watch our step by step video showing how to felt a shed roof with expert advice and top tips to help you complete the job with confidence.