USES
Homasote Easy-ply® Roof Decking is designed for use as a structural, load-bearing decking in residential and non-residential buildings,
room additions, A-frames and log homes for exposed beam construction. Easy-ply Roof Decking comes with a 6 mil pre-finished surface of a
decorative white "flitter" vinyl film. By adding Thermasote® Nail Base Roof Insulation to the Easy-ply Roof Decking, insulation values up to
R-32 plus can be achieved. See Sheet #RD-8-32-6. Easy-ply Roof Decking is not recommended for use over swimming pools or
similar areas.
SIZES, WEIGHTS & THERMAL RESISTANCE
Thickness
Nom. |
Size |
Weight
lbs./sq.ft |
R Value |
1" |
2' x 8'
(23 1/8" x
95-7/8" actual) |
2.4 |
2.4 |
1- 3/8" |
3 |
3.27 |
1- 7/8" |
4 |
4.46 |
2 -1/16" |
5 |
5.0 |
2' edge square
8' edge has T&G
FIRE RESISTANCE RATINGS
ASTM E-84 |
Class |
Flame
Spread |
Smoked
Developed |
Easy-ply
(Flitter Vinyl) |
C |
100 |
230 |
Also available in Class "A" rated Firestall® Roof Decking (natural finish only).
LOAD TABLE
Panel
Thickness |
Max. Rafter Spacing for Live Loads of: * |
40 PSF |
50 PSF |
A - Frame |
1" |
24" |
16" |
32" |
1- 3/8" |
32" |
24" |
48" |
1- 7/8" |
48" |
32" |
48" |
2- 1/16" |
48" |
48" |
48" |
*Spans are limited by 1/180 deflection expressed in lbs. per square toot of roof area projected on a horizontal plane and over two or more spans. 10 PSF dead load
assumed.
CODE COMPLIANCES
BOCA Research Report No. 84-65 |
ICBO Report No. 1016 |
FHA Materials Release No. 1150a |
SBCC Report No. 8653 |
ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATION (Short Form)
All structural roof panels shown in drawing shall be_________ thick Easy-ply Roof Decking as manufactured by the Homasote Company,
West Trenton, NJ, and installed in accordance with current Homasote Company instructions.
FASTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Easy-ply Roof Decking can be applied to a wood or steel framing structure. For detailed specifications refer to installation instructions sheet
#RD-8-132-7.
ROOFING APPLICATION
Most types of finish roofing materials can be applied directly to Easy-ply Roof Decking including Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Wood Shingles
or Shakes, Roofing Tiles or Slate, Built up roofing, Single ply membranes and Metal Roofing. For detailed application specifications refer to
installation instructions sheet #RD-8-132-6.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Moisture protection is the responsibility of the contractor. Easy-ply Roof Decking must be protected from weather and/or standing water at
all times. No moisture from any source should be sealed into a roof system. Roofing felts, insulation, or vapor retarders that become wet or
water-laden during construction should be removed and replaced before the application of finish roofing materials. Install in a dry condition
only. Follow immediately with application of roofing felt and finish roofing.
PACKAGING, STORAGE AND PROTECTION
Easy-ply Roof Decking comes to the job site in weather-resistant, plastic covered units. However, all materials should be stored at job site
above ground on wooden pallets and covered by tarpaulins. Packaging material is not intended for exterior job site protection.
AVAILABILITY
Homasote products, samples and technical literature are available throughout the United States and Canada. Contact your local building
material dealer, roofing distributor, or write to Homasote Company,. P.O. Box 7240. West Trenton. NJ 08628-0240.
