Subfascia size? - Fine Homebuilding
Jul 15, 2005 · Our design snow load, per the ASCE calcs, resolves down to a 65 psf loading, and I have shown in the diagram the tributary area and live load that is being picked up by the subfascia and rafters. We have put on a single 2×6 subfascia everwhere, but in coming into the corners, I want to back up the 2×6 with a 2×8 behind it, just between the ...
sub-fascia requirements - DIY Home Improvement Forum
Aug 16, 2015 · I've seen it done either way---If the facia is to narrow--then a wider face board will be needed----however, if the roof is already shingled--it might be to late.
Good Straight Fascia - Fine Homebuilding
Sep 1, 1999 · The roof sheathing then covers the top of both the subfascia and the fascia. But because some of the rafters have more crown than others (or are crowned the wrong way, etc.) the fascia wants to bend up and down or in and out, and we wind up having to shim between the rafter tail and the subfascia to try and straighten things out.
PVC Roof Trim - Fine Homebuilding
Bevel the edge for a better fit. Where the subfascia can’t be adjusted, use a right-angle grinder to remove material on the top edge of the soffit so that the fascia will install plumb and tight. Level the field. The grinder comes in handy where adjoining lengths of subfascia don’t align. Secure the joints. Secure the joints One nail helps ...
Two Styles of Cornice Return - Fine Homebuilding
Whether you are framing a cornice return capped with a hip roof or a shed roof, the first step is to install the subfascia and the ledger. Run both boards long and cut in place. Shed-capped cornice return. A shed-capped return starts with both the ledger and the subfascia in …
Straightedge for Subfascia - Fine Homebuilding
Nov 22, 2023 · Here’s mine: I use the framing nailer as a straightedge to align the top outside corner of the subfascia with the top of the rafter tail. By using this method, I don’t have to fumble around with a Speed Square or other tool while at the same time trying to hold both the subfascia and the nailer. —Josh Risberg, Rosemount, Minn.
sub fascia board, size, and plywood overhang
Sep 12, 2022 · Thank you for the responses everyone. Really appreciate it. On the gable ends, I'm torn about how I want to finish it. My house doesn't have an overhang, just a 2x nailed and some aluminum trim bent over. I'm not sure if I should just match the house on …
Looking for advice on how to do rake / fascia.
Oct 18, 2024 · My garage was built in the 50s and had exposed rafter tails. In the 70s, they asdded a 1x3 subfascia board andaluminum cladding. I've taken off that cladding and installed a 2x subfascia with a top bevel to align with the rafter slope. (6/12) The original decking is 1x8s, but they are actually a little wider than nomial lumber today by about 1/4".
Aluminum Fascia Fabrication and Installation - Fine Homebuilding
Snip the bend in the fascia that will cover the bottom of the subfascia about 1 in. from the end and use a hand bender to bend the flashing so it will wrap around the end of the subfascia board by about 1 in. 1 Slip the flashing under the drip edge and snug it to the subfascia. 2 Nail the bent end in place with 1-in. painted aluminum nails.
Finishing fascia/subfascia transition for rake edge on...
Aug 15, 2019 · The right side (pictured below) terminates in line with current roof’s rake, therefore, extra overhang of old roof below the connection will be trimmed and the existing siding wall will be continued for the new structure. However, I cannot seem to decide best way to form the fascia board and subfascia at the new rake. I have created 3 options.