Installing Gable Trim Metal Roof

Rake trim can be flat with no overhang or it can overhang the gable end like an eave.

Installing gable trim metal roof.

When we install this we re going to use z trim again. Simply put it s installed on the side of the building that follows the pitch of the roof. Rake trim also known as gable trim is a metal flashing finishing piece placed along the roofline at the sloped sides at the end of a residence s dormer or gable. It s one of the more important trims that we re going to use on the sl 16 installation.

We are ready to install the gable trim using pop rivets with tape seal in between the gable trim and the z. We would suggest that you read the manufacturers installation guide prior to installation of gable flashing on a. Let s take a look at the most common types of metal roofs for houses. Finally continue installing panels securing them to the sheathing with screws and making sure they overlap at least an inch.

There are two finish details on the gable trim that we are going to show. Together with metal roofing panels gable trim reduces the chance of water leaking through ceilings. It can be used to attach the final trim for end walls side walls gable trim and hips so it s used quite a bit. An affordable option and easier to lay than shingles tin is the most commonly used type of metal roofing.

Applicable for ultravic supervic 7 8 corrugated barnmaster. Eave trim is used when a gutter is not required the bottom leg of the eave trim has a kick out that is designed to keep water away from the wall. Once you ve done that add your metal roofing panels beginning at the longest peak to eave point. If you want a clean looking and weather tight roof then you will need gable trim.

Eave trim is the metal flashing that covers the low side of the building. Z trim is a fantastically versatile trim. Apply the tape seal to the top of the z just as we have at the eave and other places of the roof.