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    ARMA TB - 221 Shingle Nailing May 2007

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    The document provides recommendations from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association for properly applying nails to asphalt shingles for new and re-roofing projects. It recommends using 12-gauge nails with a 3/8 inch head that are long enough to penetrate at least 3/4 inch into the roof deck. Nails should be placed below the sealant strip for shingles with sealant on the top surface and in the designated area for shingles with sealant on the back. Following the specific nailing instructions from the shingle manufacturer is important to ensure proper performance and code compliance.

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    ARMA TB - 221 Shingle Nailing May 2007

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    The document provides recommendations from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association for properly applying nails to asphalt shingles for new and re-roofing projects. It recommends using 12-gauge nails with a 3/8 inch head that are long enough to penetrate at least 3/4 inch into the roof deck. Nails should be placed below the sealant strip for shingles with sealant on the top surface and in the designated area for shingles with sealant on the back. Following the specific nailing instructions from the shingle manufacturer is important to ensure proper performance and code compliance.

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    The document provides recommendations from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association for properly applying nails to asphalt shingles for new and re-roofing projects. It recommends using 12-gauge nails with a 3/8 inch head that are long enough to penetrate at least 3/4 inch into the roof deck. Nails should be placed below the sealant strip for shingles with sealant on the top surface and in the designated area for shingles with sealant on the back. Following the specific nailing instructions from the shingle manufacturer is important to ensure proper performance and code compliance.

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    ARMA TB - 221 Shingle Nailing May 2007

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    Nail Application of
    Asphalt Shingles for
    Manufacturers Association New and Re-cover Roofing
    1156 15th St., NW, Ste. 900
    Washington, DC 20005
    Tel: (202) 207-0917 • Fax: (202) 223-9741

    The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) recommends that properly driven roofing nails be utilized
    as the fastening system for asphalt shingles. Nails are required in the International Building Code. Proper nailing is
    essential to good performance. To ensure proper nailing during shingle application, the following recommenda-
    tions are emphasized:

    • Nails should have a minimum nominal shank diameter of 12 gauge (0.015") and a minimum head diameter of 3/8 ".
    • N
     ails should be corrosion resistant. Galvanizing by various processes is the typical means of achieving corrosion
    resistance. Aluminum roofing nails do not require additional coatings for corrosion resistance.
    • N
     ails should be long enough to penetrate ¾" into the roof deck. Where the deck is less than ¾" thick, the nail
    should be long enough to penetrate fully and extend at least 1/8 " through the roof deck.
    • In determining nail length, consideration should be given to the number of layers of shingles, shingle thickness(es),
    underlayment and flashing (eaves, sidewall and valley, etc.)
    • In some cases, the underside of the deck is exposed to view. In this case, using nails of the recommended lengths
    may result in the nail points penetrating through the deck and being exposed to view. Consult the roofing mate-
    rial manufacturer and building code requirements for approved alternatives.
    • All nails are to be driven by hand or with pneumatic nailers.
    • F
     ailure to use a properly adjusted pneumatic air system, or to place nails accurately, can lead to sealing failures,
    raised tabs, buckling, leaves and blow-offs.
    • F
     or most asphalt shingles, a minimum of 4 nails is required. For some shingles and for some application circum-
    stances, the required number of nails may be different. The specific recommendations of the shingle manufac-
    turer, as printed on each shingle wrapper, must be followed to assure the intended performance and compliance
    to building codes.

    Nail Placement
    The following practices reflect the general recommendations of most shingle manufacturers. However, the specific
    recommendations of the shingle manufacturer, as printed on each shingle wrapper, must be followed when apply-
    ing shingles.

    Note: This document was prepared by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association and is disseminated for informational purposes only. Nothing
    contained herein is intended to revoke or change the requirements or specifications of the individual roofing material manufacturers or local, state and
    federal building officials that have jurisdiction in your area. Any question, or inquiry, as to the requirements or specifications of a manufacturer, should be
    directed to the roofing manufacturer concerned. THE USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSURING COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

    Nothing contained herein shall be interpreted as a warranty by ARMA, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
    merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement. IN NO EVENT SHALL ARMA BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, including
    special, indirect, consequential or incidental damages or damages for loss of profits, revenue, use or data, whether claimed in contract, tort or otherwise.
    Where exclusion of implied warranties is not allowed, ARMA’s liability shall be limited to the minimum scope and period permitted by law.

    ARMA Form No. 221-RR-94 A member service provided by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (continued on back)
    Revised May 2007
    Align each shingle carefully. Whenever possible, make sure the cutouts or end joints are more than 2" from any nail
    or end joint in the underlying course. Start nailing from the end nearest the shingle just laid and proceed across.
    This will help prevent buckling. To help prevent distortion, do not attempt to realign a shingle by shifting the free
    end after two nails are in place.
    Critical nail placements include:
    √ Never place nails where they will be visibly exposed or weathered.
    √ For most shingles with sealant on the top surface, place nails below the sealant strip but above the area visibly
    exposed. This is typically around ½" up from the exposed area.
    √ Singles with sealant on the back surface have a line or lines to indicate how high up the shingle surface the nails
    are to be placed.
    √ No nail head should be closer than 1" from the edge of the shingle. Specific recommendations from the shingle
    manufacturer for positioning the nails across the shingle are included in the instructions.
    √ Do not drive nails into knot holes, cracks or spaces in the roof deck.

    Nails are to be applied so that the entire head bears tightly against the shingle.

    Nail are not to be underdriven, overdriven (to break or cut into the shingle) or driven crooked.

    Incorrectly applied nails are to be repaired immediately. Underdriven nails can be tapped down. Overdriven or
    crooked nails are to be removed. Repair the hole with asphalt roof cement complying with ASTM D 4586 and place
    another nail nearby. If this is not practical, replace the entire shingle.

    DIAGRAM WITH
    NUMBERED POINTS
    MISSING FROM
    ORIGINAL

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