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Fixing roofing felt with staples.
Apply pressure and chisel away at it until it comes loose.
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Tackers and staple guns also known as staplers can be used in a number of diy and trade applications to insert nails and staples into materials quicker than could be achieved manually.
Staples on felt would be rather leaky.
For pieces that aren t coming loose press a putty knife underneath it.
Pull out nails that are holding felt to the roof using the sharp end of a claw.
From upholstering and reupholstering to working on roofing felt and carpentry.
Damage to the moisture barrier will expose the wood sheathing and lead to water damage mold mildew and eventually rotting of the entire roofing structure.
Staples are not recommended by gaf and most industry organizations staples made of at least 16 gauge galvanized steel with a minimum crown of 15 16 24 mm have been and continue to be used by some applicators to install shingles.
Grab loose pieces of felt and pull them off the roof with your hands.
Staples can be used for tacking it down but not recommended to hold.
David small am i the only person who thinks thos is.
Back in the day all i used was staples and or roofing nails now plastic tops are the norm.
When the shingles are installed the felt is not going anywhere.
The reason they want you to use felt nails is to prevent blow offs if left exposed or high wind areas.
Remove old felt from the roof with your hands and a putty knife.
A clout head sinks slightly into the soft felt to give a waterproof fixing.