Ondulin (Euroslate, onduline) has been used as a roofing material for more than half a century. During this time, he has proven himself well, which was facilitated by such advantages as the ease of installation of ondulin, low weight and affordable cost.

Roofing ondulin is preferred by people who care about the environmental friendliness of their homes. After all, euroslate does not contain asbestos, which is prohibited in many countries, it is based on cellulose mixed with bitumen. And mineral substances and binding additives provide it with strength and reliability. Besides, a private house covered with ondulin is beautiful and elegant.


The warranty period of ondulin operation is 15 years, provided that the ondulin installation technology is observed. This is where we will stop. Consider step by step what requirements must be met in order for the quality of work to meet the standards.

Do-it-yourself ondulin installation - instructions

Ondulin roofing technology in stages.

1. Calculation of ondulin on the roof

The easiest way is to use the calculator on the seller's website or contact a consultant. But, in order to have an initial idea, you need to divide the total area of ​​\u200b\u200ball roof slopes and divide by the usable area of ​​\u200b\u200bone sheet. Add 5 to 15% for waste. The amount of waste depends on the complexity truss system.

2. Installation of the crate for ondulin

Due to the fact that ondulin is a flexible roofing material, its installation technology provides for fastening sheets to a wooden crate. For roof lathing under ondulin, a beam 60x40 is used.

Lathing step for ondulin

  • slope angle of up to 10 ° (1:6) requires the installation of a continuous crate, otherwise the sheet will bend;
  • angle of 10 - 15° (1:4) - crate pitch 450 mm;
  • angle over 15° - step 610 mm.

Nuance. Professionals advise not to save on the crate and in all cases make it solid. In this case, the sheets do not bend either from heat or under snow or wind loads.

An error in nailing the sheets can lead to the fact that the sheet is deformed, so the crate beam must be properly fastened.

It is possible to ensure the parallelism of their location if you use a template. Laying a piece of timber between the previous and subsequent timber of the crate will be a good help.

In the place of the future fastening of the ridge strip, additional battens must be installed.

Note. Installation of a waterproofing film is not a mandatory step when constructing an ondulin roof. Therefore, the need for its installation is determined by the owner.

3. Installation of the valley bar

Please note that it is installed before the installation of sheets. Its installation is carried out on special clamps. Under it, you need to make an additional continuous crate. In more detail, the process of its arrangement is shown in the diagram.

4. Installation of ondulin sheets

Installation begins with the correct markup. With a pencil, you need to draw a thin line along which the screws will be screwed. The lines on the sheet are located at a distance equal to the distance between the bars of the crate.

Advice. To make the line even, despite the ondulin waves, you can do the following: mark the distance along the height of the wave, lay the sheet on the sheet and draw a line along the second sheet. Then on the first one there will be an even and clear stripe.

So that working at height does not create inconvenience, you must first cut the ondulin into certain blanks (in case the cottage has broken slopes). You can cut ondulin with a jigsaw, grinder or hacksaw.

In order not to get confused where which sheet to attach, you need to number them and put numbers on the drawings.

Advice. To prevent the saw from getting stuck in the ondulin, it must be lubricated with oil.

How to fix ondulin correctly?

To do this, you need to stick to technology. First, we proceed to the installation of the first sheet. Work is recommended to start from the leeward side. Then the covering wave will not be subjected to wind load.

In addition, due to some properties of ondulin, during its installation, it is necessary to withstand a certain temperature regime.

Ondulin is mounted at a temperature of 0 to 30 °. Working in this temperature zone eliminates two disadvantages of ondulin:

  • brittleness to fracture. This is due to the fact that in colder times the risk of material damage and cracking increases.

    Nuance. If you need to replace the sheet, it is better to pre-drill holes for the self-tapping screw in the sheet.

  • stretching of the material. Therefore, in hot weather, you can not lay the material tightly.

Advice. Many workers try to reduce installation time by nailing stretched sheets. When the temperature changes, such a sheet is deformed. Subsequently, in order to eliminate such defects, it is necessary to completely cover the roof.

Correct installation of the first sheet of ondulin will make installation easier. Therefore, you need to carefully align the sheet along the end and cornice. At the same time, ondulin should not protrude beyond the eaves by more than 50 mm. Otherwise, water will overflow through the gutter of the drainage system, and the sheet itself may bend, which will not look aesthetically pleasing.

Nuance. The first and each subsequent sheet is fixed thoroughly, only after checking for horizontal. To do this, you need to use the level.

The procedure for attaching subsequent sheets of ondulin is shown in the photo.

Ondulin is laid in a checkerboard pattern with a mandatory longitudinal and transverse overlap. To achieve this, the installation of the second row begins with half a sheet.

It is important to know that the angle of inclination of the slope affects the amount of overlap. Namely:

  • the slope angle of the slope is up to 10 ° - the longitudinal overlap is two waves, the transverse overlap is at least 200 mm.
  • an angle of 10-15 ° - the longitudinal overlap is one wave, the transverse overlap is at least 160 mm.
  • an angle of more than 15 ° - the longitudinal overlap is one wave, the transverse overlap is at least 140 mm.

5. Laying ondulin on the roof

The reliability of fastening euroslate depends on the type of hardware used and the method of fastening them.

Since all fasteners remain in sight, other methods have not yet been invented, it is better to use hardware with a cap according to the color of the material. In addition, they consist of a nail, a wide cap and a gasket - this ensures the tightness of the installation.

For metal lathing, self-tapping screws with a drill for metal are used.

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For wooden crate nails with a special cap are suitable, which closes the metal from external factors.

Such nails require attention during installation.

A heavily hammered nail or one that has not been hammered to the end cannot be covered with a hat. As a result, the reliability of fixation is reduced.

Professionals advise using new nails for ondulin. Their hat is monolithic and can withstand hammer blows.

Hardware is fastened strictly in a wave, at its highest point. In this case, the lower and upper parts of the sheet must be fixed in each wave, and in the middle - in a zigzag.

The fastening scheme for hardware is shown in the photo.

How to properly attach ondulin is shown in the figure.

6. Additional elements (ondulin accessories)

Installation of ondulin does not end there. To your Vacation home had a presentable appearance, and the roof was reliably protected from leakage, it is necessary to install decorative elements. These include a ridge, a cornice, a wind bar and a valley.

The skate is mounted at the junction of two slopes. The required overlap must be at least 120 mm. The horse can be purchased, or you can make it yourself. To do this, the top sheets are wound through the junction and nailed to the top of the opposite slope. True, this can be done only when it is hot outside and the ondulin is soft enough. The place of attachment of the ridge can be ennobled with a wooden plug.

Nuance. The ridge is installed on pre-installed crate rails.

Under the ridge you need to put a special insulating self-adhesive tape. If you save on it, then the snow will blow under the ridge and drain onto the roof. After all, waterproofing under ondulin is not provided. And the design shown in the photo will reliably protect the attic or attic from rain and melt water.

Advice. The same tape will be installed in the place of the overhang of the ondulin sheet. This will prevent snow from blowing out from under the eaves, and will also allow for natural ventilation in the attic. In addition, the attic will become inaccessible to small birds or insects.

The construction of non-ventilated roofs involves the use of sealant instead of tape.

  • The cornice or wind plank is installed along the wave of the sheet. The overlap must be at least 10 cm.
  • Adjacent to a wall or bypassing protruding elements. For this, a special covering apron is used. Its use guarantees a hermetic device of the roofing assembly.

7. Natural light

In order to ensure the penetration of daylight, you can install a hatch window under the ondulin. Ordinary skylights are not suitable for these purposes.

However, today such material as translucent ondulin is presented on the market. During installation, an ordinary sheet is replaced by a translucent one, which can significantly reduce the time, complexity and cost of window installation.

It is possible to give an exclusive look to the ondulin roof by combining different colors in the course of work.

Video instruction for installation of ondulin

Conclusion

As you can see, working with such material as roofing ondulin, you can cover the roof of not only a private house, but also a garage, gazebo or bathhouse. If you follow the tips and recommendations, as well as follow the instructions, you can do the installation of an ondulin roof with your own hands.

Let's remember school course geometry

The hip roof consists of 4 slopes. Two of them are in the shape of a trapezoid, and two more are in the shape of an isosceles triangle.

When installing rafters 4-5 meters long, a difference in the length of the sides of a triangle or trapezoid of 5 centimeters may seem insignificant. However, this difference makes isosceles triangles just triangles, and trapezoids - quadrilaterals with different side lengths.

“How might this affect the roofing materials laid on the roof?” - you ask. We answer in the most negative way.

Installation of ondulin must begin from the lower edge of the slope. Mounting the sheets in such a way that their upper and lower cuts are parallel to the lower cut of the slope will cause a wedge to form on the ridge on the slope.

In order to close it, you will have to cut each sheet of the upper edge individually, sitting on the roof. That is, a small difference in the size of the rafters will lead to a significant increase in waste, labor and cost. roofing works, and also significantly increase the likelihood of leaks and the fact that roof repairs will have to be done very often.

In addition, the row lines on adjacent slopes will not look parallel, which will give the roof a sloppy, unattractive look.

What needs to be done before starting the installation of ondulin

Before starting the installation of ondulin, it is necessary to check the correctness of the geometric shapes of the slopes. Or, as the builders say, check the geometry.

Anyone who is building a house with his own hands can do this work on his own, inviting only one assistant.

The task to be performed is quite simple - check the conformity of the dimensions of the sides of the slopes (triangles and trapezoids)

To perform this work, it is enough to use any strong thread or braided fishing line. It is not recommended to use a monofilament fishing line - it can stretch a lot.

The same length must be:

1. The sides of the trapezium.

2. Sides of triangles.

3. Diagonals of trapezoids.

Diagonals are the distances between the lower left and upper right points of the trapezoid, as well as between the lower right and upper left points.

Advice. Since the lateral sides of the trapezium in our case are simultaneously lateral triangles, the execution of points 1 and 2 can be combined.

If the above dimensions are the same, proceed with the installation of ondulin. If a difference is found, fix it. This is done quite simply - sawing off excess or installing overlays.

Although this work is carried out only in relation to the extreme rafter legs, before installation, after the string orienting the lower edge of the bottom row of roofing materials is stretched, you should carefully examine the roof slope and make sure that the lower ends of the remaining rafter legs are not located below the string.

If the ends of the rafter legs are found lowered below, it is necessary to shorten them to the level of the string. Neglecting this rule will lead to the fact that the installation of wind boards and filing of cornices will be difficult, and they themselves will turn out to be uneven.

How to properly mount ondulin on a hip roof

Installation of the batten (and, if necessary, counter battens) under the ondulin on the hip roof is fundamentally nothing from mounting the batten on the slopes gable roof is not different.

There are 3 things to pay attention to:

1. The slope of the trapezoidal and triangular slopes may be different. Therefore, the step of the crate on different slopes should be chosen in accordance with the slope.

2. Since the lathing on neighboring slopes may have a different pitch, special attention should be paid to the places of their junctions and the installation of reinforcement for the ridge, valley and spike.

3. In order to protect your home from the harmful effects of external factors, you should use Ondutis roofing films.

Beginning of installation of Ondulin roofing sheets on slopes hip roof slightly different from the beginning of the installation of roofing materials on a gable roof.

Trapezoidal slopes are the first to hide.

The ondulin sheet, which is mounted first in the bottom row, is laid on the roof in such a way that its lowest point (closest to the edge of the corner rafter) is located 10 - 20 mm from the bottom point of the slope. After that, marking is made, the part of the ondulin sheet protruding above the edge of the slope is cut off, and the sheet is nailed to the crate with branded nails.

It is impossible not to pay attention to the fact that ondulin can be cut with a hacksaw or a knife, and the weight of an ondulin sheet is only 6 kg, which allows you to perform all the described work without lowering Ondulin roofing materials to the ground and without using electricity. This is serious competitive advantage in front of slate, metal tiles and profiled sheets, as it reduces the time of work and (if the work is done by hired roofers) its cost.

Laying the bottom row of ondulin sheets is carried out in accordance with the installation instructions. The last sheet of the row is laid in the same way as the first (with preliminary marking and trimming).

The installation of the second and subsequent rows is carried out in the same way as the installation of the bottom row - the last sheet is marked and cut in place, the remaining sheets are attached in the traditional way, the last sheet is marked and cut in place. It is obligatory to shift each next row relative to the previous one by about half a sheet.

“Why about? The Ondulin company requires shifting exactly half a sheet! - you ask.

The fact is that a situation may arise in which the first sheet of the row will be small size(for example, 1 wave wide). It is not possible to fix such a piece securely, which increases the appearance of leaks. In this case, it is rational to shift the entire row by 1-2 waves and nail a cut off sheet of ondulin of a decent size. The main thing is not to join 4 sheets in one place at once.

A similar situation may arise when mounting the last sheet of a row. In this case, the overlap should be increased by 1-2 waves, which will increase the size of the last sheet.

After laying on trapezoidal slopes, ondulin is mounted on triangular slopes.

Particular attention should be paid to the installation of the ridge element. Previously, we have already described how to properly mount the ridge on a hip roof. We recommend that you strictly follow the installation instructions when performing work.

The installation of ondulin at the exit points of pipes requires no less attention - it is necessary not only to properly mount ondulin sheets, but also to reliably isolate the junction points. Poor performance of these works will lead to the rapid appearance of leaks, which means that roof repairs will be required.

Features of mounting ondulin on a hip roof


Houses with hip roofs on which ondulin lies look attractive. However, in order for the roof on such a roof to be not only attractive, but also reliable, certain rules must be observed during its installation.

Laying ondulin

In order for the roof to be able to withstand all operational loads, the installation of this material must be carried out according to a certain technology recommended by the manufacturer:

Laying is carried out taking into account the direction of the winds

Ondulin sheets are overlapped

The size of the overlap depends on the angle of the slope

Ondulin is fastened with special nails with lockable caps

Laying ondulin on the roof ridge

Ridge, valley and end strips are installed last

Laying the wind bar

Laying eaves filler

Installation of ondulin on the old coating

How to cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands


If you are thinking about how to cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands, then you will find the answer in this article. Complete information on onduline roofing.

Covering the roof with ondulin yourself

IN modern world every year there are more and more new varieties of roofing materials, but at the same time, the long-known types of flooring are not inferior in popularity. Particularly appreciated among users are coatings with high strength, long service life and simple installation process. Roofing ondulin, that is, sheets of cellulose impregnated with a bituminous mixture, can be attributed to such products. Of course, this is a fairly general idea of ​​​​this material, since it contains many components and additives that make the product durable, resistant to aggressive environments and durable. Today it is not difficult to cover the roof with ondulin, even without involving professional builders in the process. However, before deciding on such a procedure, it is worth carefully studying all the subtleties of the work, as well as the properties and features of the material. In order to properly cover the roof with ondulin, first of all, it is necessary to familiarize yourself in detail with the composition of the product.

Characteristics of ondulin

More than 70 years ago, at one of the Parisian factories, it was decided to release a new product based on cardboard and bitumen. This product was ondulin flooring, which was appreciated by consumers from all over the world, because it is this material that, at its low cost, has quite high reliability. Manufacturers give a guarantee for ondulin roofing for up to 15 years, however, in practice, you can make sure that such flooring can last a much longer period, up to 50 years. What makes it possible to achieve such an effective result? Many users know that covering the roof with ondulin means providing reliable shelter from negative environmental factors, as well as giving the house an aesthetic appearance. Let's analyze the composition of the material in more detail. The main components can be considered the following ingredients:

  • refined bitumen;
  • cellulose fibers obtained from cardboard production waste;
  • fiberglass;
  • mineral fillers;
  • various resin impregnations.

However, a quality product can only be obtained if a certain manufacturing process is observed.

Ondulin production technology

For getting quality material, which allows you to competently cover the roof with ondulin, the raw materials must be subject to preliminary control. First of all, all garbage is removed from the waste paper, then the cleaned paper is processed into pulp. Next, the paper pulp goes through a drying stage on a special conveyor, where the mass is shaped into corrugated sheets. At the next stage, the canvas is cut into segments of the same length and impregnated with a bituminous mixture. This process is accompanied by an increase in temperature and high pressure, thanks to which the sheets are impregnated evenly and with the highest quality. To increase the tensile strength of ondulin, as well as to give products greater elasticity, resins, fiberglass and mineral fillers can be added to the composition. Sheets are painted in total mass, before impregnation with bitumen, thanks to this saturated color preserved for many years. And this is not all the positive aspects of the material.

Advantages of ondulin coating

First of all, it is worth noting that the sheets are produced on the basis of only natural ingredients, which means that one of the advantages of ondulin is its environmental safety. You can also name such positive aspects of using the coating:

  • minimal water absorption, due to which moisture does not get into the subroofing layer;
  • frost resistance of products;
  • resistance to weather factors, that is, the flooring is not terrible snow storms or heavy rains, the coating also endures hail, strong wind and UV radiation;
  • antibacterial, this quality helps prevent the development of fungi, mold, bacteria and other microorganisms on the roof surface;
  • resistance to chemical components (acids, alkalis, gases);
  • ease of installation - to cover the roof with ondulin, you can use the tools of a home master;
  • ease of care;
  • affordable cost;
  • short specific gravity, which allows not to exert significant pressure on the material bearing walls buildings.

Also, do not forget that this product has a long service life. Ondulin has a wide selection of colors, but mostly matte colors - red, green, black, brown and their shades.

Physical and mechanical properties

The main characteristics of the ondulin material are presented in the table.

Wave height - 36 mm;

Many compare ondulin with slate. However, the main difference between an ondulin roof and slate is that this material does not contain asbestos. Yes, and working with ondulin is much easier, because it does not crumble and does not break even when nails are driven into it. In addition, it is a fairly economical material with an affordable cost. However, it is definitely not possible to answer the question of how much it costs to cover the roof with ondulin. After all, you need to know the size of the roof, as well as what technology was chosen as the main one. But it is not at all difficult to calculate the approximate cost, it is enough to know the cost of one sheet and the parameters of the roof. Experts recommend adding 5-10% to the final figure.

1. The device of the crate for ondulin. In the instructions for the material, in order to cover the roof with ondulin, it is recommended to arrange a continuous crate. This allows you to fix the products as firmly as possible and preserve their appearance for many years, preventing subsidence during heavy snowfalls. In addition, only in this way it will be possible to move on the roof without problems in the future. The crate can be made of 60x40 mm timber, OSB-boards or plywood. The specific step will depend on the angle of the roof:


2. Cutting ondulin. To cover the roof with ondulin, it is necessary to properly prepare the material. Since the sheets have a wavy profile, marking the first time can be problematic. To cut off the ondulin of the required size, it is enough to use a pencil, a long ruler or other ondulin sheet and a grinder. Also, the size can be done with a hacksaw for wood, it is enough just to apply lubricant to the blade, which will help to avoid jamming the saw.

3. Fastening ondulin. You can fix the sheets with the help of roofing nails for ondulin supplied in the kit. Such products are equipped with a special decorative cap to match the sheets and a rubber lining that prevents damage to the ondulin. However, it is possible to properly cover the roof with ondulin using ordinary self-tapping screws. The sheets are not very heavy, so they can be carried without the involvement of equipment. Installation begins from the lower edge of the crate, for this the sheet is aligned on the roof and pierced with nails along each wave. The consumption of screws or special nails is approximately 20 pieces per sheet. Then the second sheet is overlapped on the first sheet and also fixed. Thus, the entire row is passed, after which you can proceed to fixing the second and subsequent rows with layering on the previous ones by at least 20 cm.

Important! One of the disadvantages of the material is its combustibility. Therefore, solving the question of how to cover the roof with ondulin near chimneys it is worth taking care of the installation of additional layers of hydro and thermal insulation, as well as using a special element (apron) made of rubber.

The easiest way is to cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands if the house has a gable roof. The situation is more complicated in the case of a hip roof, in other words, structures with four slopes ( hipped roof). The first step is to measure the rafter system and make sure that the sides of the triangles and trapezoids are of equal length on both sides. If one of the sides is larger, then you must either saw off from this side structural element, or, conversely, add the appropriate length to the opposite. In addition, during the installation of the crate, the angle of inclination should be taken into account, since trapezoidal and triangular slopes have a different angle, the pitch of the crate will also change. In general, such a roof covering with ondulin practically does not differ from a gable roof device. That is, it is advisable to adhere to the following rules:

  • installation is required only at a temperature range of -5 to +30 degrees on a calm day;
  • the sheet is fixed in its natural state, it does not need to be stretched or squeezed;
  • overhangs should not be too small (leads to precipitation in the under-roof space) or large (the sheet deforms over time and spoils the aesthetics of the roof).

Ondulin roofing is distinguished by many positive qualities, it is durable, attractive in appearance, and in addition, it has an affordable cost. Of course, its main indisputable advantage is that you can even cover the roof with ondulin on your own.

How to cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands: the right technology


Do-it-yourself roof covering with ondulin. Production technology and material characteristics. Advantages and properties of ondulin.

How easy is it to cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands?

Roofing is the last step in building your own home before you start. interior decoration and connection of communications. To reduce the time for roofing work, you can install ondulin with your own hands. Ondulin is a modern bitumen-based coating, the laying technology of which allows you to mount the material both on a new roof and on an old one without disassembling the structure. It is suitable for roofing of any complexity, area and slope, therefore it is considered universal option used in private and industrial low-rise construction. In this article, we will tell you how to properly cover the roof with ondulin in order to get a durable, airtight coating that can withstand winter frosts and summer rains.

Material characteristic

Ondulin is an inexpensive, technological roofing material that was invented in the post-war period in France for the quick repair or reconstruction of shell-damaged, dilapidated roofs from traditional ceramic tiles, slate, metal. The production technology of this coating consists in obtaining purified cellulose fibers, making sheets with a wavy surface from them, dyeing and impregnating them with petroleum bitumen. Covering the roof with ondulin makes the structure waterproof, resistant to temperature changes, shockproof, but at the same time light. Installation of ondulin due to the low weight of each sheet can be performed on the old roofing material without dismantling the structure. This material has the following advantages:

  1. A light weight. Each leaf of ondulin standard size weighs only 6 kg, so the device of blood from this material does not require the establishment of a massive frame or strengthening of the foundation.
  2. Ease of installation. Do-it-yourself ondulin roofing is done in 1-2 days without the involvement of hired workers, since such a coating can be installed without special tools and experience.
  3. Flexibility. Sheets of this bitumen-based material have a certain flexibility, which simplifies the installation of ondulin on complex-shaped roofs, which include valleys, slopes, ribs and dormer windows.
  4. Affordable price. The installation of an ondulin roof does not require large expenses from the homeowner due to saving the lumber used to build the frame and doing the installation on their own.

Important! Since ondulin was still conceived as a repair material, it has a service life of 15-20 years and is relatively small. colors. It comes in just 4 colors: red, black, brown and green. Before covering the roof with ondulin, it must be taken into account that this material fades in the sun due to the destruction of the pigment by ultraviolet rays.

Roof device

Before you cover the roof with ondulin, you need to understand the composition of the roofing cake, which is made for this type of roofing material. The construction of a roof with molded cellulose impregnated with bitumen is not difficult due to its light weight. It consists of the following elements:

  • Rafter frame. The roofing material is fastened to rafters made of natural wood with a section of 50xx150 mm, the step between which is 50-80 cm. Since the material is light in weight, the frame is usually not weighted with additional elements.
  • Insulation. Before laying ondulin, thermal insulation material is laid between the rafters. The most commonly used mineral-type heaters (basalt wool, glass wool, slag wool).
  • Vapor barrier. The insulation laying technology involves the use of a vapor barrier membrane, which protects the thermal insulation material from below from the penetration of steam and getting wet.
  • Waterproofing. To protect the wooden frame elements and insulation from possible leaks or condensation, a waterproofing film is laid. The waterproofing is fastened to the rafter legs using a construction stapler.
  • Control grid. Before laying the ondulin, counter-lattices are nailed over the waterproofing along the rafters, which organize the ventilation gap necessary for air circulation inside the structure.
  • Crate. The type of crate specifies step-by-step instruction for installation. Ondulin must be nailed to a continuous crate made of moisture-resistant plywood or a lattice of unedged boards laid in 10-15 cm increments so that the roofing material does not deform during operation.
  • Ondulin. Roofing material must be nailed directly to the crate with special nails, overlapping the sheets on top of each other by 10-15 cm.

Please note that before covering the roof with ondulin, most professional craftsmen treat the wooden frame elements with antiseptic impregnations and fire-retardant compounds to protect them from fire and decay.

Necessary materials and tools

Many inexperienced craftsmen are wondering how to properly cover the roof with ondulin, and what is needed for this. The fastening of this roofing material is carried out without the use of special tools or expensive equipment, so installation is often done by hand. For the construction of a roof from ondulin use:

  1. Ondulin sheets 0.95x2.05 m in size, necessary to cover the entire roof area with a margin of 10-15% for cutting and overlapping.
  2. Ridge profile for the entire length of the ridge, taking into account overlaps between elements of 10-25 cm.
  3. Fasteners. Special nails for ondulin with a rubber head are made of carbon steel and painted to match the material.
  4. A bar with a section of 40x40 mm or 60x40 mm for the construction of a crate, treated with an antiseptic.
  5. Waterproofing membrane or film.
  6. Sharp hacksaw for cutting sheets.
  7. Lightweight nail hammer.
  8. Screwdriver for fixing the crate.
  9. Ruler, tape measure and construction pencil for measuring and marking.

Note! Before you cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands, you need to set up scaffolding around the house or a high ladder that allows you to get to every corner of the slope.

Mounting technology

Even without knowing how to fix ondulin, an inexperienced master can easily cope with this task alone, since sheets of material are easily processed. However, do not forget that the reliability and service life of the roof depends on the quality of installation. For ondulin flooring, the following step-by-step instructions are used:

  • First of all, you need to put and fix a waterproofing film on the finished rafters. To do this, it is rolled out, cut into strips of the required length, which are mounted along the slope perpendicular to the rafter legs with an overlap of 10-15 cm. The film is fixed with a construction stapler to the rafters, and the joints are glued with adhesive tape.
  • over waterproofing material along the rafter legs, the slats of the counter-lattice are nailed. To do this, use long nails or screws.
  • A crate of bars 4x4 cm, 5x5 cm in increments of 10 cm or solid - from sheets of moisture-resistant plywood is nailed over the crate.
  • Next, start laying ondulin. Sheets of material must be laid with an overlap of 10-15 cm, starting from the bottom edge of the slope. The rows are mounted with an offset of half the sheet, observing a vertical overlap of 15-20 cm.
  • Sheets are nailed with special nails with wide rubber heads to the crate. It takes about 20 fasteners to fix each sheet.

Not knowing how to lay ondulin correctly, inexperienced craftsmen make mistakes when installing the roof. The main thing is to lay this material in dry, but not hot weather, since elevated temperatures lead to deformation of the sheets. It is forbidden to stand on the ondulin during installation, as it may break or change shape.

How to properly cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands


How to easily and quickly cover rhdie with ondulin with your own hands? Material characteristic. the composition of the roofing cake and necessary materials. Installation instructions.

In Russia, one of common roofing material is ondulin. It was first released by the French company ONDULINE almost 50 years ago.

To date, ondulin is produced in sheets with dimensions of 2 m in length and 95 cm in width. Sheet thickness does not exceed 3 mm, and weight - no more than 6 kg.

Material ondulin has a number of positive qualities, which include:

  • Life time ondulin is about 50 years old;
  • The manufacturer gives a guarantee water resistant for at least 15 years;
  • The operating temperature is-40 to 80 degrees Celsius;
  • 1 sq.m of material is able to withstand the load in 300 kg;
  • The material can withstand the wind up to 200 km/h;
  • Has a high level of sound insulation, and is also not affected by fungi and other chemicals.

In front of rooftop ondulin should be made preparatory work . At the initial stage, the roof is insulated. To do this, the insulation material is laid in even parts, leaving the crates visible through the ceiling.

After laying out the insulation, they are taken for ondulin fasteners. His start fastening from the bottom of the roof. At the same time, a cornice overhang of at least half a meter should be left. When laying, overlaps are also taken into account, they must be in the same wave.

Attach ondulin with special nails. According to the instructions for fastening the material to the roof, there are 20 nails per sheet of ondulin. non-compliance this rule fraught with leaf tearing during bad weather conditions.

It is not recommended to use force when hammering a nail, the nail must be driven in calmly so that the deflection of the sheet does not form, otherwise water will accumulate in it. For convenience, you can use special caps that fit into the holes immediately.

The second layer is laid from half the sheet, which was previously cut lengthwise. The overlap can be up to 30 cm.

Then proceed to fastening the gable material. It gives the roof a finished and aesthetic look, and also serves as an edge limiter. When fastening, special nails are also used, they are driven in at a distance of 20 cm from each other.

Calculation of ondulin on the roof

Before starting roofing work all calculations must be made accurately.. All gaps and overlaps must be taken into account.

The useful area of ​​the sheet is 1.9 sq.m (2*0.95). Taking into account gaps and overlaps, the usable area is reduced to 1.6 sq.m. It turns out that for a simple gable roof with a total area of ​​​​100 square meters, 63 sheets (100 / 1.6) will be required.

If the roof has an uneven surface, need to make calculations using the drawing. To do this, draw the roof in projection, and then split it into geometric figures.

Depending on the level of inclination, we reduce the height of the figure (from 10 to 30 cm for the level of inclination from 15 to 30 degrees, respectively). Calculate the area of ​​each figure. Then add up all the obtained values.

How to cover a sloping roof with ondulin?

Often you can meet houses with figured roofs, their correct name is broken lines. Such roofs usually have an attic under them. cover broken roof ondulin is necessary according to the same technology as a simple gable.

The calculation of the material is also carried out according to general principle. But There is a small difference during fastening. Actually, that's the only difference.

Covering a sloping roof starting from the top. This is necessary for convenience. Immediately install a galvanized iron skate. Having covered the top of the roof, go to the bottom.

See also:

Useful information on how to cover the roof with ondulin - the subtleties of installation

For information about what ondulin is, see here.

They begin to cover it from the bottom row. It must be closed from below with a special eaves filler. The top row is filed with a hacksaw.

And also watch a video on how to mount ondulin of a new roof:

Today, such roofing material as ondulin is very popular. The production of such material is carried out in various countries. The quality of ondulin largely depends on the country of origin. Often, ondulin is also called euroslate. To perform roofing work using ondulin is quite simple. But, in order to perform the work with high quality, you need to know how to put ondulin on a sloping roof - step by step instructions.

Materials and tools

In order to cover the roof with ondulin, you need to have some tools and materials on hand. These include:

  • roofing material;
  • special fastening nails.

Before buying a material, you must carefully calculate its quantity. For this, a roof project is drawn up, which allows you to calculate the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe roof. The resulting area is divided by the size of the roofing material. The length of the sheet is 2 m, and the width is 0.95 m. When calculating, it is worth considering the features of the roof, especially when it comes to broken structures. In such cases, experts recommend dividing the roof into separate sections. This will allow you to calculate the exact amount of roofing material.

As for fasteners, they often come with roofing material. They have a color identical to the shade of the roofing material. This will create an aesthetic appearance of the roof and hide the attachment points.

Installation of ondulin

Ondulin sheet weighs only 5.5 kg. This greatly simplifies the installation of the roof. Ondulin is laid using a technology similar to slate roofing. The sheets are bendable, which allows them to be used on uneven surfaces. To prevent the roof from sagging under the influence of heavy loads, experts recommend installing the crate.

Sheets of roofing material are overlapped. Fasteners are installed at the joints of the sheets. This allows the connection to be sealed. In order for the roof to have an aesthetic appearance, all fasteners must be located in the same row. To achieve this result, markings are preliminarily applied on the sheets at the locations of the nails.

At the final stage, the installation of ridge elements is carried out. If there is a chimney or windows on the roof, then waterproofing tape is used at the joints of the structures with the roofing material. This allows the connection to be sealed.

The construction of the roof is the last stage in the construction of your own home before the start of interior decoration and connection of communications. To reduce the time for roofing work, you can install ondulin with your own hands. Ondulin is a modern bitumen-based coating, the laying technology of which allows you to mount the material both on a new roof and on an old one without disassembling the structure. It is suitable for roofing of any complexity, area and slope, therefore it is considered a universal option used in private and industrial low-rise construction. In this article, we will tell you how to properly cover the roof with ondulin in order to get a durable, airtight coating that can withstand winter frosts and summer rains.

Material characteristic

Ondulin is an inexpensive, high-tech roofing material that was invented in France in the post-war period for the quick repair or reconstruction of shell-damaged, dilapidated roofs made of traditional ceramic tiles, slate, and metal. The production technology of this coating consists in obtaining purified cellulose fibers, making sheets with a wavy surface from them, dyeing and impregnating them with petroleum bitumen. Covering the roof with ondulin makes the structure waterproof, resistant to temperature changes, shockproof, but at the same time light. Installation of ondulin due to the low weight of each sheet can be performed on the old roofing material without dismantling the structure. This material has the following advantages:

  1. A light weight. Each sheet of ondulin of a standard size weighs only 6 kg, so the blood device from this material does not require the establishment of a massive frame or strengthening of the foundation.
  2. Ease of installation. Do-it-yourself ondulin roofing is done in 1-2 days without the involvement of hired workers, since such a coating can be installed without special tools and experience.
  3. Flexibility. Sheets of this bitumen-based material have a certain flexibility, which simplifies the installation of ondulin on complex-shaped roofs, which include valleys, slopes, ribs and dormer windows.
  4. Affordable price. The installation of an ondulin roof does not require large expenses from the homeowner due to saving the lumber used to build the frame and doing the installation on their own.

Important! Since ondulin was still conceived as a repair material, it has a service life of 15-20 years and a relatively small color range. It comes in just 4 colors: red, black, brown and green. Before covering the roof with ondulin, it must be taken into account that this material fades in the sun due to the destruction of the pigment by ultraviolet rays.

Sheet dimensions

Sheet colors

Roof device

Before you cover the roof with ondulin, you need to understand the composition of the roofing cake, which is made for this type of roofing material. The construction of a roof with molded cellulose impregnated with bitumen is not difficult due to its light weight. It consists of the following elements:

  • Rafter frame. The roofing material is fastened to rafters made of natural wood with a section of 50xx150 mm, the step between which is 50-80 cm. Since the material is light in weight, the frame is usually not weighted with additional elements.
  • Insulation. Before laying ondulin, thermal insulation material is laid between the rafters. The most commonly used mineral-type heaters (basalt wool, glass wool, slag wool).
  • Vapor barrier. The insulation laying technology involves the use of a vapor barrier membrane, which protects the thermal insulation material from below from the penetration of steam and getting wet.
  • Waterproofing. To protect the wooden frame elements and insulation from possible leaks or condensation, a waterproofing film is laid. The waterproofing is fastened to the rafter legs using a construction stapler.
  • Control grid. Before laying the ondulin, counter-lattices are nailed over the waterproofing along the rafters, which organize the ventilation gap necessary for air circulation inside the structure.
  • Crate. The type of crate is specified by the step-by-step installation instructions. Ondulin must be nailed to a continuous crate made of moisture-resistant plywood or a lattice of unedged boards laid in 10-15 cm increments so that the roofing material does not deform during operation.
  • Ondulin. Roofing material must be nailed directly to the crate with special nails, overlapping the sheets on top of each other by 10-15 cm.

The composition of the roofing cake

Please note that before covering the roof with ondulin, most professional craftsmen treat the wooden frame elements with antiseptic impregnations and fire-retardant compounds to protect them from fire and decay.

Necessary materials and tools

Many inexperienced craftsmen are wondering how to properly cover the roof with ondulin, and what is needed for this. The fastening of this roofing material is carried out without the use of special tools or expensive equipment, so installation is often done by hand. For the construction of a roof from ondulin use:

  1. Ondulin sheets 0.95x2.05 m in size, necessary to cover the entire roof area with a margin of 10-15% for cutting and overlapping.
  2. Ridge profile for the entire length of the ridge, taking into account overlaps between elements of 10-25 cm.
  3. Fasteners. Special nails for ondulin with a rubber head are made of carbon steel and painted to match the material.
  4. A bar with a section of 40x40 mm or 60x40 mm for the construction of a crate, treated with an antiseptic.
  5. Waterproofing membrane or film.
  6. Sharp hacksaw for cutting sheets.
  7. Lightweight nail hammer.
  8. Screwdriver for fixing the crate.
  9. Ruler, tape measure and construction pencil for measuring and marking.

Note! Before you cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands, you need to set up scaffolding around the house or a high ladder that allows you to get to every corner of the slope.

Producer's step-by-step instructions

Requirements for the crate

Mounting technology

Even without knowing how to fix ondulin, an inexperienced master can easily cope with this task alone, since sheets of material are easily processed. However, do not forget that the reliability and service life of the roof depends on the quality of installation. For ondulin flooring, the following step-by-step instructions are used:

  • First of all, you need to put and fix a waterproofing film on the finished rafters. To do this, it is rolled out, cut into strips of the required length, which are mounted along the slope perpendicular to the rafter legs with an overlap of 10-15 cm. The film is fixed with a construction stapler to the rafters, and the joints are glued with adhesive tape.
  • On top of the waterproofing material along the rafter legs, the slats of the counter-lattice are nailed. To do this, use long nails or screws.
  • A crate of bars 4x4 cm, 5x5 cm in increments of 10 cm or solid - from sheets of moisture-resistant plywood is nailed over the crate.
  • Next, start laying ondulin. Sheets of material must be laid with an overlap of 10-15 cm, starting from the bottom edge of the slope. The rows are mounted with an offset of half the sheet, observing a vertical overlap of 15-20 cm.
  • Sheets are nailed with special nails with wide rubber heads to the crate. It takes about 20 fasteners to fix each sheet.

Laying scheme

Arrangement of fasteners

Mounting the ridge profile

Not knowing how to lay ondulin correctly, inexperienced craftsmen make mistakes when installing the roof. The main thing is to lay this material in dry, but not hot weather, since elevated temperatures lead to deformation of the sheets. It is forbidden to stand on the ondulin during installation, as it may break or change shape.

Video instruction

Ondulin (Euroslate, onduline) has been used as a roofing material for more than half a century. During this time, he has proven himself well, which was facilitated by such advantages as the ease of installation of ondulin, low weight and affordable cost.

Roofing ondulin is preferred by people who care about the environmental friendliness of their homes. After all, euroslate does not contain asbestos, which is prohibited in many countries, it is based on cellulose mixed with bitumen. And mineral substances and binding additives provide it with strength and reliability. In addition, a private house covered with ondulin is beautiful and elegant.

The warranty period of ondulin operation is 15 years, provided that the ondulin installation technology is observed. This is where we will stop. Consider step by step what requirements must be met in order for the quality of work to meet the standards.

Do-it-yourself ondulin installation - instructions

Ondulin roofing technology in stages.

1. Calculation of ondulin on the roof

The easiest way is to use the calculator on the seller's website or contact a consultant. But, in order to have an initial idea, you need to divide the total area of ​​\u200b\u200ball roof slopes and divide by the usable area of ​​\u200b\u200bone sheet. Add 5 to 15% for waste. The amount of waste depends on the complexity of the rafter system.

2. Installation of the crate for ondulin

Due to the fact that ondulin is a flexible roofing material, its installation technology provides for fastening sheets to a wooden crate. For roof lathing under ondulin, a beam 60x40 is used.

Lathing step for ondulin

  • slope angle of up to 10 ° (1:6) requires the installation of a continuous crate, otherwise the sheet will bend;
  • angle of 10 - 15 ° (1: 4) - crate pitch 450 mm;
  • angle over 15° - pitch 610 mm.

Nuance. Professionals advise not to save on the crate and in all cases make it solid. In this case, the sheets do not bend either from heat or under snow or wind loads.

Installation of additional purlins An error in nailing the sheets can lead to the fact that the sheet is deformed, so the battens of the batten must be properly fastened.

It is possible to ensure the parallelism of their location if you use a template. Laying a piece of timber between the previous and subsequent timber of the crate will be a good help.

In the place of the future fastening of the ridge strip, additional battens must be installed.

Note. Installation of a waterproofing film is not a mandatory step when constructing an ondulin roof. Therefore, the need for its installation is determined by the owner.

3. Installation of the valley bar

Please note that it is installed before the installation of sheets. Its installation is carried out on special clamps. Under it, you need to make an additional continuous crate. In more detail, the process of its arrangement is shown in the diagram.

Valley plank installation diagram Installation of the valley strip

4. Installation of ondulin sheets

Ondulin marking Installation begins with the correct markup. With a pencil, you need to draw a thin line along which the screws will be screwed. The lines on the sheet are located at a distance equal to the distance between the bars of the crate.

Advice. To make the line even, despite the ondulin waves, you can do the following: mark the distance along the height of the wave, lay the sheet on the sheet and draw a line along the second sheet. Then on the first one there will be an even and clear stripe.

Cutting ondulinIn order to work at height without creating inconvenience, you must first cut the ondulin into certain blanks (in case the cottage has broken slopes). You can cut ondulin with a jigsaw, grinder or hacksaw.

In order not to get confused where which sheet to attach, you need to number them and put numbers on the drawings.

Advice. To prevent the saw from getting stuck in the ondulin, it must be lubricated with oil.

How to fix ondulin correctly?

To do this, you need to stick to technology. First, we proceed to the installation of the first sheet. Work is recommended to start from the leeward side. Then the covering wave will not be subjected to wind load.

The sequence of laying ondulin sheets, taking into account the wind load

In addition, due to some properties of ondulin, during its installation, it is necessary to withstand a certain temperature regime.

Ondulin is mounted at a temperature of 0 to 30 °. Working in this temperature zone eliminates two disadvantages of ondulin:

  • brittleness to fracture. This is due to the fact that in colder times the risk of material damage and cracking increases.

    Nuance. If you need to replace the sheet, it is better to pre-drill holes for the self-tapping screw in the sheet.

  • stretching of the material. Therefore, in hot weather, you can not lay the material tightly.

Advice. Many workers try to reduce installation time by nailing stretched sheets. When the temperature changes, such a sheet is deformed. Subsequently, in order to eliminate such defects, it is necessary to completely cover the roof.

Correct installation of the first sheet of ondulin will make installation easier. Therefore, you need to carefully align the sheet along the end and cornice. At the same time, ondulin should not protrude beyond the eaves by more than 50 mm. Otherwise, water will overflow through the gutter of the drainage system, and the sheet itself may bend, which will not look aesthetically pleasing.

Nuance. The first and each subsequent sheet is fixed thoroughly, only after checking for horizontal. To do this, you need to use the level.

The procedure for attaching subsequent sheets of ondulin is shown in the photo.

Ondulin is laid in a checkerboard pattern with a mandatory longitudinal and transverse overlap. To achieve this, the installation of the second row begins with half a sheet.

It is important to know that the angle of inclination of the slope affects the amount of overlap. Namely:

  • the slope angle of the slope is up to 10 ° - the longitudinal overlap is two waves, the transverse overlap is at least 200 mm.
  • an angle of 10-15 ° - the longitudinal overlap is one wave, the transverse overlap is at least 160 mm.
  • an angle of more than 15 ° - the longitudinal overlap is one wave, the transverse overlap is at least 140 mm.

5. Laying ondulin on the roof

The reliability of fastening euroslate depends on the type of hardware used and the method of fastening them.

Self-tapping screws with a drill for metal Since all fasteners remain in sight, other methods have not yet been invented, it is better to use hardware with a cap according to the color of the material. In addition, they consist of a nail, a wide cap and a gasket - this ensures the tightness of the installation.

For metal lathing, self-tapping screws with a drill for metal are used.

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Nails with a special cap Nails with a special cap are suitable for wooden crates, which closes the metal from external factors.

Such nails require attention during installation.

A heavily hammered nail or one that has not been hammered to the end cannot be covered with a hat. As a result, the reliability of fixation is reduced.

Nails with a monolithic headProfessionals advise using new nails for ondulin. Their hat is monolithic and can withstand hammer blows.

Hardware is fastened strictly in a wave, at its highest point. At the same time, the lower and upper parts of the sheet must be fixed in each wave, and in the middle - in a zigzag.

The fastening scheme for hardware is shown in the photo.

Ondulin fastening scheme with hardware at a lathing step of 45 cm Ondulin fastening scheme with a crate step of 61 cm

How to properly attach ondulin is shown in the figure.

How to fix ondulin with hardware

6. Additional elements (ondulin accessories)

Installation of ondulin does not end there. In order for your country house to have a presentable appearance, and the roof to be reliably protected from leakage, you need to install decorative elements. These include a ridge, a cornice, a wind bar and a valley.

The skate is mounted at the junction of two slopes. The required overlap must be at least 120 mm. The horse can be purchased, or you can make it yourself. To do this, the top sheets are wound through the junction and nailed to the top of the opposite slope. True, this can be done only when it is hot outside and the ondulin is soft enough. The place of attachment of the ridge can be ennobled with a wooden plug.

Nuance. The ridge is installed on pre-installed crate rails.

Lining the tape under the ridge Under the ridge, you need to put a special insulating self-adhesive tape. If you save on it, then the snow will blow under the ridge and drain onto the roof. After all, waterproofing under ondulin is not provided. And the design shown in the photo will reliably protect the attic or attic from rain and melt water.

Sealing tape under the overhang of the ondulin sheetAdvice. The same tape will be installed in the place of the overhang of the ondulin sheet. This will prevent snow from blowing out from under the eaves, and will also allow for natural ventilation in the attic. In addition, the attic will become inaccessible to small birds or insects.

The construction of non-ventilated roofs involves the use of sealant instead of tape.

  • The cornice or wind plank is installed along the wave of the sheet. The overlap must be at least 10 cm.
  • Adjacent to a wall or bypassing protruding elements. For this, a special covering apron is used. Its use guarantees a hermetic device of the roofing assembly.

Cover apron

7. Natural light

In order to ensure the penetration of daylight, you can install a hatch window under the ondulin. Ordinary skylights are not suitable for these purposes.

Manhole window for ondulin Hatch-window for ondulin

However, today such material as translucent ondulin is presented on the market. During installation, an ordinary sheet is replaced by a translucent one, which can significantly reduce the time, complexity and cost of window installation.

Translucent ondulin

It is possible to give an exclusive look to the ondulin roof by combining different colors in the course of work.

Video instruction for installation of ondulin

Conclusion

As you can see, working with such material as roofing ondulin, you can cover the roof of not only a private house, but also a garage, gazebo or bathhouse. If you follow the tips and recommendations, as well as follow the instructions, you can do the installation of an ondulin roof with your own hands.

Tags: Roof Roof Ondulin Euroslate

The final and very important stage in the construction of the building box is the arrangement of its roof with roofing material. At present, due to its attractive performance, ondulin, otherwise called euroslate, is gaining more and more popularity among professional builders and home craftsmen.

Asbestos, harmful to health, is not used in its production, and the material is environmentally friendly. In addition, it has a low price and a long service life. It is quite possible to do the work of laying the coating yourself, you just need to know how to do it correctly. Let's evaluate the properties of euroslate together and learn how to properly cover the roof with ondulin.

Ondulin roofing can be very attractive

Properties and choice of ondulin

Ondulin as a roofing has a number of undoubted advantages. Produced by the latest technologies based on bituminous resin mixed with cellulose and other additives, the material prevents the development of pathogenic microflora and is of no interest to rodents. soft cover perfectly absorbs sound and noise from raindrops drumming on the roof, which will not be transmitted to the living quarters. Its advantages are environmental friendliness, low weight and ease of installation. Comparative characteristics ondulin and other popular material - metal tiles are summarized in the following table:

Comparative characteristics of ondulin and metal tiles
Comparative characteristicsOndulinmetal tile
Useful width, cm83 110 - 112
Sheet length, cm200 50 - 1000
Coating thickness, mm2,4 - 3,2 0,45 - 0,5
Assortment of colorsno more than 5 optionsover 40 options
Base for roofing materialpreferably a solid basestep crate with a step equal to the wavelength of the coating
Moving is not recommendedLimited movement allowed, preferably with rubber-soled shoes
fire resistancecombustibleDoes not burn
Raw materials for productionFiberglass impregnated with bitumen and additives of curing resin and paintThin sheet hot-dip galvanized steel with polymer coating
Density, kg/m23,1 - 3,4 4,0 - 4,5
Color fastnessColor fades and fadesSlight discoloration due to sun exposure

From comparison specifications It can be seen that the materials differ slightly. Unlike metal tiles, ondulin is a combustible material, since its components are flammable. This makes it impossible to use it in kindergartens, clinics and other similar institutions.

Many people have to decide which roof is better: metal or ondulin? The answer depends on the specific conditions in which the operation will take place, design features buildings and many other factors.


Ondulin offer in the store

A roof made of metal tiles will last more than twice as long as a roof made of euroslate. However, working with ondulin is much easier, it is easy to cut and stack, it is impossible for them to cut themselves. The material consists of the following components:

  • cellulose fibers;
  • pure bituminous resin;
  • polymeric impregnating materials;
  • fillers and coloring components.

To give strength, the dried cellulose base is treated with a purified bituminous composition under high pressure and temperature. It is applied on both sides, which gives the product good elasticity and hardness. The material has a number of undoubted advantages, it can be put on the old roof with your own hands.

There is also a variety of ondulin called onduvilla. Sheets of this material are made in the form of transverse strips and in appearance successfully imitate a roof made of natural tiles. You can see one of the examples in the photo.


Onduvilla roof installation

Calculation of the amount of material per roof

It is not difficult to calculate how much to lay ondulin on the roof. Calculation required amount The material is simplified if the roof was previously covered with gray slate. Standard sheets of ondulin correspond to it in geometric dimensions, that is, they should be taken in the same amount as ordinary slate.

In the general case, to determine the material needed to perform the work, it is necessary to divide the roof area by the usable area of ​​​​one sheet of euroslate, which is determined by multiplying its length by the width, with the exception of the overlap. It is better to cover the old roof from ordinary slate with ondulin, and the calculation here is the same.

The calculation of the roof area of ​​\u200b\u200ba complex shape can be performed by remembering the school geometry course. To do this, the surface is divided into trapezoids, triangles, squares and other geometric shapes, their area is determined by formulas and summed up. Having determined the required number of euroslate sheets, it should be increased by approximately fifteen percent to ensure compensation for the inevitable trimmings. Fastening of ondulin sheets is carried out using special nails with wide rubberized caps, which are included in the delivery of the coating.

What additional elements are required

When laying the material, open places are left where adverse environmental effects are possible. In order to finishing acquired an attractive appearance and to prevent the occurrence of leaks, the installation of so-called additional elements, such as wind slats, cornices, valleys, will be required. They also perform decorative functions. The highest point of the building structure is the ridge, which must also be protected with a specially designed element.


Installation of additional elements on the roof of ondulin

For its arrangement, ridge elements from ondulin are wound up with an overlap of at least twelve centimeters and fixed with nails at the points of contact with the euroslate waves. A special adhesive tape should be laid here to prevent snow blowing.

The ends of the roof along the gable overhangs (tongs) can be closed with the same ridge profile or special elements can be used. They are mounted from the bottom up with an overlap of about 150 mm. A sealing tape is installed under the cornice and wind bar. It is also laid under the overhangs of sheets of material. This prevents snow drift and the penetration of small birds and flying insects into the attic.


Variants of additional elements for ondulin and onduvilla

The details of the valley are a mirror image of the ridge bar. Unlike other additional elements, the food is installed before the installation of the main flooring sheets. Under it, the base of the crate is pre-arranged from two boards located along the line of the valley. It will also not be superfluous to lay a special waterproofing gasket under the valley.


Mounting elements for ondulin roofing

Additional elements give the roof surface a complete appearance, they are made using the same technology as the base material and have the same service life. Their color does not fade over time from direct sunlight.

How to properly cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands

In order to properly cover the roof with ondulin with your own hands, you must carefully observe all the technological subtleties of this work. This roofing material is flexible, so it is easy to mount it in difficult places with bends and transitions. Laying is carried out according to the scheme on a pre-made crate.

Work should be done in the absence of precipitation, but not in extreme heat, as at elevated ambient temperatures the material is deformed. In addition, when laying ondulin, you can’t walk, as it can be damaged under the weight of a person.

The resulting surface has high noise and sound insulating qualities. The light weight of euroslate allows you to transport it to the place of work using passenger car, and installation can be carried out independently without the involvement of assistants.

Installation of the roof lathing

Before laying the sheets, the crate is equipped. It is a structure made of wood for fixing roofing material. In addition, the problem of ensuring the uniformity of the load on the base from the weight of the snow is solved. This is a very important step in the work process.


The crate for mounting ondulin is ready

The material for the manufacture of the structure is coniferous wood, since they contain a large percentage of resin, which prevents the development of decay processes. The wood must be well dried, and the moisture level cannot exceed twenty percent.

Installation of the roof lathing is carried out taking into account the slope of the slope. If its value does not exceed ten degrees, then from wooden planks, chipboard or plywood sheets, a continuous crate is made, since the structure in this case experiences heavy loads during snowfall and other atmospheric precipitation.

With a slope angle of more than ten, but less than fifteen degrees, the crate step frequency is allowed up to forty-five centimeters. The placement of boards in increments of sixty centimeters is performed if the angle of inclination of the slope exceeds fifteen degrees.


Lathing can be made on the old roof

To speed up and facilitate this work, a special template is made that allows you to install structural elements at the same distance and strictly parallel. The quality of the lathing, in the end, determines the duration of the life of the roofing.

The scheme of laying ondulin on the roof

Laying ondulin on the roof is carried out according to a certain scheme. Installation always begins from below with overlapping of sheets by one wave-like bend of the coating. The first element is strengthened in such a way that its edge extends beyond the eaves by an amount sufficient to remove atmospheric moisture.


The sequence of installation of ondulin sheets

Fastening is carried out with the help of special nails, twenty of them are required per sheet of euroslate. The fixing material is made of steel with carbon additives and is supplied with a rubber head. Starting from the second, all even rows are shifted and stacked from half the sheet. According to this scheme, the installation of the roofing is carried out (up to the ridge connection of the slopes).


Fragments of installation of a roof made of ondulin and onduvilla

An additional profile of the same company that made the Euroslate is mounted on top of the ridge. Similar profiles are installed on the valley, which is the joints of different coating planes. To ensure reliable waterproofing of the roof overhangs, the bent sheets of ondulin are nailed to the roofing board, or special gable elements are installed there. To complete the work, you will need the following tools and materials:

  • measuring tape, meter ruler and pencil for marking;
  • hammer and hacksaw for cutting sheets;
  • wooden beams treated with an antiseptic;
  • waterproofing material;
  • drill and screwdriver for fastening the crate.

Mounting the universal filler

Finished roof care

Caring for a roof covered with ondulin is not particularly difficult. To prolong its service life, the coating should be regularly cleaned of dirt and debris. Over time, the original color of the surface may change. To restore an attractive appearance coating is being painted. The following simple maintenance rules will allow you to achieve a long service life without loss of performance:

  • produced in spring and autumn visual inspection coatings;
  • overgrown tree branches that can cause damage are cut off;
  • it is necessary to clean the roof of leaves that have fallen in autumn, so they can begin to rot;
  • must be kept in good order drainage system, as it does not allow moisture to accumulate on the elements of the roof.

Onduvilla roofing imitates natural tiles well

In conclusion, we note that the name "ondulin", somewhat unusual for a Russian person, is the name of a French company that launched the production of this material immediately after the end of World War II. The building boom after the devastation provided a phenomenal success for low-cost roofing, and the company greatly expanded its production capacity.

In 1994, a line for the production of ondulin was launched in Nizhny Novgorod, the products manufactured there are no different in quality from the original. The high performance characteristics of this material have been tested by time, and it is a great success in the domestic construction market.


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Recently, ondulin is losing popularity among developers, the first passion for widely advertised roofing material has passed. Consumers were able to personal experience check the veracity of the manufacturers' promises and draw their own independent objective conclusions.

In order to attract buyers, ondulin was called euroslate in advertising booklets, our compatriots trust foreign standards, and quite reasonably. But they did not know that ondulin in Europe was never used as a roof covering for residential buildings, only the cheapest and temporary structures were covered with this material: sheds, storage areas, etc. And then only in cases where it was not planned to use it for a long time such structures, they stood for a maximum of 5–8 years, and then were demolished.

In our country, inexperienced developers covered houses with ondulin, designed for many decades of operation. Ondulin loses its original properties after a maximum of ten years, then it must be dismantled. It is long and expensive, it is much more profitable to immediately cover the roof with reliable, high-quality and durable materials.

The base of the ondulin is made from paper waste or waste paper, then the sheets are impregnated with waterproof bituminous materials and paints, and a profile is attached to the flat sheets.

It is the physical properties of the base that have a decisive influence on the technical parameters.


The undeniable advantage is the low price. But the roof is not the architectural element of the house on which it is advisable to save. For its construction it is necessary to use the highest quality and durable materials.

Ondulin - one of the most budgetary roofing

Prices for various types of ondulin

How to distinguish the original ondulin from a fake

The original material does not have high quality indicators, fake roofing is much worse, it is not worth buying and installing them even on temporary structures.

This branded ondulin has several features that you should pay attention to before buying:

  • the reverse side with a corrugated black mesh, all veins are clearly visible;
  • there are only ten waves on the sheet, the edges for the joints are somewhat thinner to reduce differences on the roof;
  • the front surface is slightly rough, which indicates the basis of cellulose;
  • the last wave with the manufacturer's marking, date of manufacture, plant code.

Accessories are marked - ondulin

Upon request, sellers must provide quality certificates. If there are excuses that all the documents for the goods at the central office are trying to sell you a 100% fake, do not buy anything from unscrupulous sellers. Today, it is not a problem to purchase ondulin, all construction goods stores are filled with this product.

In practice, there are no two completely identical buildings, each has its own differences, which requires a slight correction of the generally accepted ondulin installation technology. But experienced roofers have developed some universal tips to follow regardless of the specifics of the buildings.

Preparation for work

No need to rush, you need to carefully prepare for the start of work. Count and buy a certain amount of materials. At the same time, there is no need to make a large supply, ondulin has a minimum amount of waste. Along with the sheets, you need to purchase additional materials for skates, wind and cornice boards.

Additional elements: ridge plank, valley, wind plank, nails

Additional elements for ventilation and connections


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