I have a pergola measuring 16 4 by 15 2.
Cutting plastic roofing.
Unlock the blade on your jigsaw by releasing the safety on the side.
Like circular saws jigsaws have different blades for different materials.
The braces are sawn to match the corrugations and attached to the roof rafters.
The roofing company used the 15 foot 2 inch side to lay the sheets longways.
With the right tools you can quickly cut this type of roofing by using the following steps.
For example to shorten a length or when you want to cut your polycarbonate at an angle for a patio roof or greenhouse.
Here are the steps on how to cut polycarbonate roofing.
Follow the tips in this blog to be sure of getting the best cut.
Polycarbonate roofing comes in various sizes and quite attractive colors thus it will also enhance the overall appearance of the house where it is to be installed.
Lay the corrugated plastic roofing sheet on a hard stable surface.
Clear polycarbonate sheet 4 mm.
It comes in 4 by 8 or 10 foot sheets and you install it by screwing it to wooden or plastic braces.
Measure the length you need to cut starting at one end of the corrugated plastic roofing sheet.
Tuftex multi wall 6mm panel clear 4 ft x 8 ft corrugated clear polycarbonate plastic roof panel.
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Its aesthetic value then can also be a means to cut down on the cost in terms of house beautification.
Step 1 preparing the roofing.
Attach a plastic cutting blade to your jigsaw.
Get a blade designed for cutting plastic by reading the label on the blade s packaging to see if it lists plastic under the cutting materials.
Cutting polycarbonate sheet with a circular saw or jigsaw.
To cover the remaining 3 feet they cut 4 foot sections and placed them under the 12 foot sheets.
Mark a cut line along the right and left sides and along the middle of the sheet using a felt.
Corrugated plastic roofing is not only an attractive choice for carports and patios but also it s easy to cut.
Corrugated fiberglass or pvc roofing which can be translucent or opaque works well for greenhouses sheds and porch additions.