
Step 23 Install Front Gable Overhang
1. With a helper install (2) two 61" and (2) two 42-1/2"
long 2x3s against the roof sheathing, screw the sheathing
to the 2x3s with 1-1/2" long screws. Important; the
roof sheathing should extend 3/4" beyond the 2x3s to
receive the 1x4 gable trim installed later.
2. Install (2) two 4-1/2" long 2x3s, at the bottom, between
the 43-1/2" 2x3s.
4-1/2" long 2x3 Block
42-1/2" long 2x3
61" long 2x3
Ends With Blue Mark
3. Install (2) two 1x4-64" gable trim, with the ends marked with a
blue line, together at the ridge.
Siding Extends 3/4"
4. Install (2) two 43-1/2" long 1x4 trim boards
on the sides.
5. Install 9" wide soffit panels under the
overhang. Use 6d galv. nails.
6. Install 35-3/4" long 1x3 trim boards flush
with each side of the loft door opening. Install
a 50" long trim board across the top. If door
opening is cut out the siding will extend 3/4"
below the top trim board.
7. Install loft doors using 4" hinges and 1-1/4"
long hinge screws. Install barrel bolt to the
back of the right door to prevent door from
opening.
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