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Under One Roof

Canadian Roofing Reference Manual

9.2.5 Capping

The capping for ridges and hips is mitered from the same material. Felt interply should be lapped over opposite sides. A 150 mm (6 in) wide layer of #30 felt should be centered along the ridge. Install shakes, alternating sides as you go so the joints are broken in Z fashion.

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