1 2 Plywood Roof Deck

Uniform load deflection limitations 1 180 of span under live load plus dead load 1 240 under live load only.

1 2 plywood roof deck.

Some panels have a textured surface which makes them less slippery when used for roof sheathing. Before lumber companies began selling osb the standard choice for sheathing a roof with a 24 inch rafter spacing was 1 2 inch cdx plywood the letters cdx indicate that it is construction grade. The materials can range anywhere from asphalt wood metal clay or even glass. Cdx ground contact pressure treated plywood model 131876 45 98 45 98.

Floor and roof sheathing conforming with this table shall be deemed to meet the design criteria of section 2304 7. Plywood used for roof decking is typically called sheathing and carries a grade stamp indicating its load and span ratings and other performance factors. Osb panels often have lines at 16 and 24 in. On more modern homes roof decks are more often seen with laminated panels of plywood or non laminated oriented strand boards osb.

The materials used may vary depending on the location of the building to the shape of the roof and even the surrounding climate. Osb sheathing costs a few dollars less per sheet than 1 2 in. 3 4 plywood 4x8 3 8 plywood plywood subflooring plywood roof sheathing 48 24 sheathing plywood 3 4 in. Provides exceptional dimensional stability and stiffness.

Oriented strand board is an excellent choice for roof deck wall and subfloor sheathing. 1 2 or 5 8 inch plywood is. Oriented strand board 660663 the home depot. Severe weather 1 2 in common douglas fir plywood sheathing application as 4 x 8.

In our area 1 2 in. Applies to panels 24 inches or wider.