Smooth Straight Cuts In Corrugated Roofing

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Smooth straight cuts in corrugated roofing.

The cheapest way to cut metal roofing is with a pair of tin snips. I show you a couple of quick methods of how to cut corrugated steel and to end up with a straight edge and not have it take you all day. The best tin snips are good for cutting any edge of corrugated iron that is going to be seen as they are easy to control when cutting. And easier means an added touch of safety when working with sharp metal edges.

Makita jn1601 5 amp 16 gauge nibbler. Fairly clean and fairly easy to clean up with a sander. Mark a cut line along the right and left sides and along the middle of the sheet using a. Measure the length you need to cut starting at one end of the corrugated plastic roofing sheet.

Straight tin snips can do some curved cutting but what makes it handy to have slightly offset snips around is that the offset handle means your hands are above the cut not in line with it and so it s easier to do long straight cuts. Best nibbler for corrugated metal. Edges are fairly smooth with a few tiny flakes of tear off attached. Big advantage over abrasive cutting is the steel stays cool so no burning finishes or plating off.

Ideal for professional roofers and metal workers who want quality work. It cuts effortlessly through corrugated metal doesn t jam and can easily cut straight lines and curves.