Finally install the metal panels image 1 placing metal closures on the top and sides of the roof structure to hold the panels in place.
How to attach tin roof panels to dog lot.
I like how it looks.
Then nail the metal edging by using a hammer and roofing nails.
Add the metal panels.
Install slat boards to the roof so that you can easily attach the new tin.
Then i attached 2x4 garden fencing to the top.
Lay the slats at 2 foot intervals length wise as you work from the roof s bottom and upward.
My run is made of a chain link dog run that is 6 feet tall.
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You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing.
Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance.
Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal.
Use your 1 1 4.
Next pre drill holes on the end and side ridges of the panels spacing the holes 6 to 8 inches apart.
I actually double the size of my run with these pipes and attached to dog run but also used it on the top as well.
You can go to lowes and in the garden center the have fence piping and bolt on connectors.
Secure them with clip fasteners image 2 not screws penetrating the metal panels themselves.
Screw down the panels using the pre drilled holes then continue across the roof until it is completely covered.
And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them.
The panels that make up the roof fit together like pieces of a puzzle snug and tight.
Beginning at the outside edge of your roof place each panel directly onto the purlins that are attached to the roof trusses.
Put some heavy twine or wire across the pen under the tarp to hold it up in place.
Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly.
If you want to do it cheaply just get two 10x12 tarps.
You just cut the pipe to length.
Tie one end to the top of the pen on one side and tie the other about half way up the pen on the other side.
I was thinking about adding a covering to keep out rain snow and help keep the chicken in and other things out.
No tie the sides of the tarp to the sides of the pen.
Secure the slats with 3 inch metal to wood screws.
I like the idea of using the clear corrugated plastic roofing material you know that wavy stuff.