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Install Roof Sheathing and Fascia

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Frame an 8x12 shed: Intermediate lesson!

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What happens here

For the roof, use at least 1/2-inch OSB or plywood for sheathing (the walls can be 7/16 inch, but 1/2 inch throughout is fine). Lay the plywood sheets over the rafters. You can either pre-cut the sheets or lay them over, mark with a chalk line, and cut the excess after they are temporarily fastened. Use a circular saw to trim the excess sheathing along the chalk line, creating a clean edge for the fascia. Nail the sheathing securely to all rafters, ensuring proper spacing and avoiding missing any framing members. For the fascia, you can either create overhangs when cutting your rafters or go flush with the building, as done here, by nailing 2x6s directly onto the ends of the roof sheathing.

Goal: Cover the roof structure with sheathing and install fascia boards

Tools and materials

  • 1/2 inch OSB or Plywood — Roof sheathing
  • 2x6 Lumber — Fascia boards
  • Chalk Line — Marking cut lines on sheathing
  • Circular Saw Makita — Trimming excess sheathing
  • Hammer — Nailing sheathing and fascia
  • Nails — Securing sheathing and fascia

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sure to use at least 1/2 inch OSB or plywood for the roof sheeting. The walls can be 7/16 , but I'd use 1/2 inch for everything. Just like with the deck, you can lay this plywood on top and then make your cuts later using the chalk line. When you install the fascia , you can either have an overhang or keep it flush with the building when cutting the rafters. In this case, I kept it flush and simply nailed 2x6 lumber. And I want to remind you that you don't need expensive equipment to do all this. You can use a hammer and nails. A saw is all you need to complete this project. If you have any questions, please comment. I will definitely answer.

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