What is Type N roof deck?

Type N Roof Deck is 3″ deep. Also known as deep rib, this structural metal roof deck provides a support surface for various types of roofing materials while its deep rib profile allows this roof deck to span further distances between roofing supports.

How thick is metal roof decking?

Why Gauge Thickness Matters: Metal decking is most commonly 16, 18, 20, and 22 Gauge in thickness.

What is the minimum gauge thickness for a steel deck roof?

Homeowners choose 29 because: Since it’s the minimum thickness for a metal roof, it’s usually the least expensive. 29-gauge panels are usually more than adequate for residential homes.

Is decking required under metal roof?

The simple answer is yes, your roof does need an underlayment. Traditionally built homes will need an underlayment. If your home is built with joists, insulation between those joists, and sheathing, then an underlayment is needed before you put on a metal roof.

How big is a deep N roof deck?

Type N Roof Deck is 3″ deep. Also known as deep rib, this structural metal roof deck provides a support surface for various types of roofing materials while its deep rib profile allows this roof deck to span further distances between roofing supports. 22ga. 20ga. 18ga. Or Text Us!

What kind of roof deck is 3 “?

3″ Roof Deck is available as 3″ acoustical roof decking. Acoustical N Deck provides sound reduction where the under side of the deck is exposed to the interior.

Which is the best steel for a roof deck?

ASC Steel Deck products offer the beauty of exposed steel as an added benefit to the structural performance required of building designs. Our new Smooth Series™ cellular deck offers a blemish free beam-to-pan rivet attachment, providing a clean surface ideal for an exposed steel design.

What does a deep rib roof deck do?

Also known as deep rib, this structural metal roof deck provides a support surface for various types of roofing materials while its deep rib profile allows this roof deck to span further distances between roofing supports. Or Text Us! Roof deck products act alone in transferring horizontal and vertical loads into the building frame.