Torch on felt roofing is very much an all year round application as its installation cannot be affected by the temperamental british weather.
Torch on roofing felt installation.
Installing roof felt is a two person job.
If this happens lift the tank and lightly heat it with the torch.
If you set the nozzle onto the felt while it is still hot it may melt the felt or set it on fire.
Insulation is especially important in colder climates but it s an essential part of any.
Protect the roof with a rag set it on a leather work glove or overhang the nozzle beyond the roof.
Fasten drip edge on eaves with.
Install the overlay.
You will need to use your gloves and boots on occasion to roll or press down on the bitumen sheets as they bubble.
On top of the insulation your roofing contractor will lay down a vapor barrier.
At all times pay attention to the nozzle when it is flaming or hot.
Torch down roofing sometimes referred to as torch on roofing is so named because it requires an open flame propane torch.
Whether you expect the roof to experience high levels of foot traffic or very little at all you will want it to stand the test of time.
Torch down roof application step 1.
Choose heat resistant gloves and boots made of a material like kevlar.
These thick layers of roofing felt are installed by heating the back of the felt with a butane torch and then carefully applying it to the roof.
Taking the time to properly prepare the sheathing will make all the difference in how quickly and easily the felt paper is installed.
Installation of a three layer torch down roofing system requires knowledge and experience with using a blowtorch.
Lay down a moisture barrier.
Installing the roofing felt does take care but can go very quickly.
In this installation method sheets of modified bitumen are rolled out onto the roof and a roofing professional uses a hand held propane torch to heat the material and adhere it to the surface.
Installing the torch down roofing involves flames and melted asphalt.