Flat Roof Sleepers

Rc 36 36 ultra flat top sleeper cap rc 48 48 ultra flat top sleeper cap.

Flat roof sleepers.

Rc 63 63 ultra flat top sleeper cap. I ve got two decks to do on flat roofs any thoughts on using the composite decking as sleepers. This is the standard gapping for duralife products air should be allowed free movement under the structure do not. To keep damage like leaks from occurring water should not stand on a flat roof for more than 48 hours.

The best way is to construct a. The angle is not significant enough to prevent water from pooling on the surface. Flat roofs with easy access are great for creating an outdoor living space. Then you will install sleepers or flat 2x6s laid flat every 16 on top of the roof surface.

Before we look at how to build a deck on a flat roof here s an example of what not to do as debris settled into the cracks of the gravel roof it became a muddy sponge and the sleepers became dams with big rains. Deck must be designed to ensure that proper drainage and air flow are maintained. There are proprietary pedestal systems that provide a very stable level and serviceable deck over a roof membrane though they are relatively expensive compared to conventional methods. The standing water eventually seeped through and rotted the frame.

Us patent d627 688. 1 4 6 4 mm minimum gap where the decking meets a solid wall maximum of 3 8 9 5 mm recommended 3 16 4 8 mm gap between boards. I ve been told to use foam sleepers beneath the wood i m planning to build a deck atop a rubber roof. Comes with aluminum reinforcemnts to re attach headliner.

Roof top deck with sleeper system install guide. For flat roof drainage where you place your drains scuppers and the final material of the roofing is more important. Available for 36 48 and 63 sleepers. The roof has a minimal pitch of somewhere around 3.

In this video we show you the installation of trex decking over a flat roof using the tiger claw hidden fastener system. This will provide the surface for you to attach the decking.