Venting a SIP roof

YPwYp6LWXm | Posted in Energy Efficiency and Durability on February 7, 2011 06:10am

Using metal roofing over SIPs — cathedral ceiling. Would like to vent roofing. How would this be done?

Thanks——— Greg

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davidmeiland | Feb 07, 2011 06:52pm | #1
I would install felt over the SIPS panels, then install 1x4 strapping across the roof on 24" centers... then attach the metal to the strapping.
kevin_in_denver | Feb 08, 2011 02:32am | #2
Easier and cheaper: use corrugated metal roofing, it you like the look.

Remember, some roofs you can't even see from the street.
davidmeiland | Feb 08, 2011 01:30pm | #3
Kevin... an exposed fastener metal roof over SIPS panels? He is MUCH safer installing concealed fastener snap-lock with the air space. As far as I'm concerned he should do everything possible to protect the SIPS now that he has them.