Osb is lightweight relatively inexpensive and strong enough to resist bending or breaking should someone walk on the roof.
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The roof s sheathing helps to keep the roof trusses or rafters properly spaced and is the strength that holds.
This video shows how some roofs fail under heavy winds in uplift situations.
In the u s roof sheathing is almost always composed of wood usually osb oriented strand board or plywood.
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Keep these tips in mind when roofing in hurricane areas.
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Weather impact and foot traffic resistant for durability.
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I m halfway though sheeting the roof of my shipping container shop and already need to redo some of it.
Roof sheathing or decking is one of those elements.
During a hurricane the strength of the sheathing on the roof can greatly impact the homes ability to weather the storm.
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The connection between the roof sheathing and the structure is a vulnerable point that is known to fail during a hurricane.
Gentite black epdm rubber roofing resists tears and withstands light foot traffic.
Roof sheathing is a lot more than just flat panels onto which shingles are attached.