CAUTION: DO NOT MIX MATERIAL BEARING DIFFERENT LOT NUMBERS, REFER TO THE LOT NUMBERS LOCATED ON THE SIDE OF THE BUNDLE
Application Instructions
- Before installing this product, check local building codes for roofing requirements.
- These shingles are designed for new or reroofing work over any properly built and supported wood roof deck having adequate nail holding capacity and a smooth surface. Must comply with local building codes.
Precautionary Note
The manufacturer will not be responsible for problems resulting from any deviation from the application instructions and the following precautions:
- Roof Top Loading: Lay shingle bundles flat. Do not bend over the ridge.
- Roof Deck: Minimum 6 inch roof deck boards, minimum 3/8 inch plywood, minimum 7/16 inch OSB, sheathing spaced minimum 1/8 inch and maximum 1/4 inch. Regardless of deck type used, the roofing installer must:
- Install the deck material in strict compliance with the deck manufacturer’s instructions.
- Prevent the wood deck from getting wet before, during and after installation.
- Ventilation: Must comply with local building codes.
- Handling: Use extra care in handling shingles when the temperature is below 40°F.
- Storage: Store in a covered, ventilated area at a maximum temperature of 110°F. Bundles should be stacked flat. Do not store near steam pipes, radiators, etc.
- Fastener Requirement: Use galvanized steel, stainless steel or aluminum nails minimum 12 gauge shank with 3/8 inch diameter head. Owens Corning Roofing recommends that fasteners comply with ASTM F1667. Must comply with local building codes. All Fasteners must penetrate at least 3/4 inch into the wood deck or completely through the deck by a minimum of 1/4 inch.
Notice: Owens Corning Roofing requires the use of nails as the method of attaching shingles to wood decking.