How to Felt a Pent Shed Roof in Reading

If you have a pent shed in Reading, Berkshire, a good quality felt roof is vital to ensure it remains weatherproof and protected from the elements. At A1 Roofing Reading, we provide a range of roofing services including felt roofing for sheds across the South East of England, including Reading. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to felt a pent shed roof in Reading and provide tips on what tools and materials you'll need.

Why You Need a Felt Roof for Your Shed

A shed is an important storage space in your garden, and it's essential to keep it dry and weatherproof. A felt roof is the most common type of roofing material used for sheds because it is a reliable and cost-effective option. Felt is waterproof, which means it can keep your shed dry and free from water damage.

What You'll Need to Felt a Pent Shed Roof

Before you start, make sure you have all the necessary equipment and materials:

• Roofing felt
• Chalk or pencil
• Roofing nails
• Hammer
• Scissors or a Stanley knife
• Straight edge or ruler
• A drill (if you are attaching the felt to a wooden roof)

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Felt a Pent Shed Roof

Felt roofing for a pent shed can be done in just a few simple steps:

Step 1: Measure your roof

To find out how much felt you need, you'll need to measure the roof of your shed. Start by measuring the length and width of your roof. Multiply these numbers together to get the total square meterage of your roof. Make sure you add an extra 10% to the total amount to allow for overlapping of the felt.

Step 2: Cut the felt

Once you have the correct size and amount of felt, you need to cut it to size. Place the felt on the roof and cut it to size, leaving an extra overhang of around 5cm on each edge. Keep the felt attached to the roll until everything is ready to be affixed.

Step 3: Prepare your roof

Ensure your shed roof is free from debris and clear of any upstanding nails or screws. Then mark a straight line down the centre of the shed roof with chalk or pencil.

Step 4: Attach the felt

Start at one end of the roof and attach the felt with roofing nails, tacking in the centre of the roof, and across the top edge of the roof. Make sure to keep the felt taut to avoid any wrinkles or folds. Secure one edge of the felt with roofing nails, and then continue nailing it down the length of the roof, making sure you leave an overhang on the edge of the shed for drainage. Use caution, as the shed can be unstable or weak in places, and placing too much pressure on it can cause it to deteriorate.

When you get to the opposite end of the roof, make a small cut about 5cm down from the roof edge, so that the felt can be folded over and secured back onto the roof. Hammer the roofing nails along the edge, ensuring the felt is secure all the way across, then pull the overhang on the two remaining sides upwards.

Step 5: Secure the edges

Finally, secure the edges of the felt roof. Cut the corners of the felt to create triangles, then fold these edges over the roof edge, tacking down with roofing nails. Work along every edge, making sure there are no gaps, and that the felt is securely attached to the shed roof.

Conclusion

A felt roof is a cost-effective and straightforward way to waterproof a pent shed roof in Reading, ensuring your garden shed remains useful and useable for many years to come. If you choose to have A1 Roofing Reading felt your shed roof instead of doing it yourself, we guarantee a prompt and reliable service, making sure your shed is fully water-tight, no matter what the weather. For more information or to speak to our team, please get in touch with us on 0118 449 2361 or at [email protected].