Do you have to pre drill polycarbonate roofing?
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Do you have to pre drill polycarbonate roofing?
When installing polycarbonate roofing, it is considered good practice to pre-drill the screw holes before fixing the sheets. It is also recommended that you slightly oversize these holes to make room for the thermal adjustments described above.
How do you secure polycarbonate roofing?
Fitting your Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets Glazing bars should be placed on the edges of your roof, with holes drilled around 500mm apart. You can then use these holes to insert your fixings and effectively secure your bars ready for the sheets.
What is the purlin spacing for polycarbonate roofing?
For curved structures, the maximum purlin spacing should be 750mm and a minimum radius of 6000mm for Corrugate profile. For walls, nogging spacings should be no more than 1200mm. Use Noise Stop Tape on all battens, purlins or noggings to minimise the noises associated with expansion and contraction.
Are closure strips necessary for polycarbonate roofing?
Closure strips enhance the appearance of your polycarbonate or PVC panel project. Providing weather tightness, plastic or foam closure strips are recommended for sealing the opening created where the corrugated sheet meets flat surfaces at flashing, curbs, etc.
Can you screw through polycarbonate?
Drilling holes in polycarbonate sheet You can use an ordinary iron drill or HSS drill bit to drill holes in polycarbonate. Position the drill perpendicular to the polycarbonate and run the drill at medium speed immediately. Don’t use too much pressure but let the drill do the work.
How do you smooth polycarbonate edges?
If smoother edges are required, wet sanding with fine grit sandpaper is recommended. In order to improve the look of saw-cut edges, begin by sanding the edges smooth. For smoother, glossy edges, consider solvent polishing with MEK or methylene dichloride.
What screws do you use for polycarbonate roofing?
Buildex® Poly Teks® Buildex® 14 -14 Poly Teks® Polycarbonate Roofing Screws are designed for crest pierce fixing polycarbonate roof sheets steel between 1.5mm and 5mm. Typical applications are pergolas, outdoor entertainment areas and skylights.
How do I file down polycarbonate?
Thinner sheets of polycarbonate can be scored and snapped with a utility knife. You can use a circular saw to make straight cuts on thicker sheets. If you want to cut angles or odd shapes into your polycarbonate, you can use a jigsaw.
