Let s take a look at the most common types of metal roofs for houses.
Material put under roof.
There are three main types of roofing underlayment.
An affordable option and easier to lay than shingles tin is the most commonly used type of metal roofing.
Typical underlayment materials include.
Often the material used is not actually tin but galvanized steel or aluminum.
Asphalt saturated felt non bitumen synthetic underlayment.
Underlayment is usually felt or fiberglass paper that covers the entire roof deck.
Although it is durable it will produce a little noise if rain or wind occur.
Water shield is the next roofing layer that creates a water proof barrier where ice or water can buildup near the roof eaves.
And when you add moisture resistance to it it makes the product more intriguing.
This is also known as synthetic underlayment rubberized asphalt underlayment.
Use a trowel to spread roofing cement over half or more of the strips.
When good material quality proper anti skid coating and resistance come together that s the sign of a decent synthetic roof underlayment.
Overall if you don t mind less breathability then this roofing underlayment can be a very solid choice for your needs.