I'll walk you through the entire process of installing a polycarbonate roof on my DIY gazebo. From the initial challenges to the tips and tricks I discovered along the way, I'll share everything you need to know. Plus, hear about the time a tornado almost ripped off one of my polycarbonate sheets!
I also show you how to fix the cracking noises the polycarbonate roof makes when it's sunny or windy.
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*Products used on Polycarbonate roofing:*
Hex screws with neoprene: https://amzn.to/3XxR755
Large Stainless washers with neoprene backing: https://amzn.to/4bfDP0k
3mm (1/8") Foam tape roll to put on wood : https://amzn.to/4eu2dyh
My polycarbonate sheets, (No link, but they had a sticker Plastilux): They were 19ft long by 7ft wide, by 8mm thick.They were honeycomb multiwall inside, and they were smoked grey tint color.
*Other Videos Related to the Gazebo build:*
https://youtu.be/WL1ekPZ1iFQ?si=HCbRqNEIGBn19zJu
https://youtu.be/8sxXUwccrjE?si=R9HiQ2PBLdmsRHCq
https://youtu.be/F6jqXX_rxJ8
https://youtu.be/80Gj-cPECN8
https://youtu.be/3IfJQddWFlo
https://youtu.be/5wBuoWJFww0
Thanks to Kurt from Sunnyside Roofing and Shade for the tips on how to fix the cracking noises! https://www.youtube.com/@sunnysidenz
*Timestamps:*
00:00 Intro
00:43 What's under? Purlins & rafters
01:53 Where to find polycarbonate roofing sheets
02:20 Installing first polycarbonate sheet
05:08 Installing H-channel between polycarbonate sheets
06:00 I made a mistake
06:54 Good screw placements on polycarbonate roof
7:15 H-channel clamping driver tool
7:57 Cutting edges around polycarbonate sheets
8:35 Water Capillary Action
8:56 Install drip edge and gutters
9:30 Cracking noise polycarbonate roof
10:37 Inspecting old screw caps and rubber donuts on polycarbonate roof
12:13 Washers, screws and foam for polycarbonate roof
13:53 Fix cracking noise polycarbonate roof
16:45 How much polycarbonate roof cost me
18:27 Fiona's reaction
*What you'll see in this video:*
Detailed steps for installing wood slats and rafters
Finding polycarbonate sheets
Clamping, cutting, and screwing the polycarbonate roof
The struggles with H-Channels and how I overcame them
Tips for making your installation easier and more durable
Lessons learned and mistakes to avoid
Whether you're tackling your own DIY projects or just curious about the process, I hope you find this video helpful. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more DIY content!