Spotlights for filing the roof: dimensions, prices and an overview of species

Upon completion of the installation of the roof it is imperative finishing cornice. This will protect it from the effects of external environmental factors - rain, snow, strong wind, prevent nesting birds, the appearance of pests and prolong the lifespan of the roof. Today, for these purposes, special items - spotlights for filing the roof: the size, price and manufacturers, materials and tips on installation will be presented in this article.

The binder can be made of the roof

Filing of the roof of the building was carried out always. If this is not done, then the roof will come quickly into disrepair, and the house itself is cold and damp. There are many different materials that can be made facades and roofs:

• wooden plank. You can use wood edging or edging. Most often they prefer conifers. It is inexpensive, and is characterized by affordability. Before installing the wood is treated with antiseptic. After that, within 30 days stand in a warm well-ventilated place. When a direct stacking of boards in the gap junctions provides for ventilation;

• wall paneling. Accessible and inexpensive material. For topical use it is selected with moisture resistant and antiseptic properties. Fit lining close to each other. However, between the cornice and the wall of the house provides a gap for ventilation;
• saydingovye panel. This kind of material is relatively recent. However, it earned popularity due to affordable costs and long service life. A feature of the installation of siding is the need to set it perpendicular to the wall of the house. Otherwise, the panels may sag under its own weight;
• plywood sheets. Before installation, the material is subjected to a special vlagoottalkivayuschey impregnation. Then cut into the desired size strips and then proceed to carry out the work;
• metal siding. Aluminum and galvanized plates are easy to install, are durable. But they are very expensive;
• soffits. Convenient and reliable material that does not need to pre-prepare before installation. Binder eaves soffits roof can hold any home handyman. To carry out these works do not need any special knowledge.

Next, consider the spotlights in more detail.

Variety of spotlights for filing roof

Modern manufacturers separated spotlights for roofing according to structural characteristics and the materials from which they are made.

Existing types:

• solid non-perforated. In appearance it resembles a smooth solid panel. This type is recommended for filling gable overhangs;
• partial perforation. This type is characterized by the presence of perforations in the middle panel. The use of this type makes it possible to obtain good ventilation. This makes it possible to prevent the occurrence of mold, mildew and condensation. Great for decorating any portion of the cornice;
• fully perforated. This type is recommended to choose for finishing overhangs with cornices, visors, skates. Perforated soffit - the best choice for the roof of the gazebo, porch or veranda. He will provide adequate ventilation.

The difference is clearly visible in the photo of spotlights for filing the roof, which is now a lot on the Internet. Relying on them, you can choose the type that meet the requirements of trim and roof configuration. In addition to design features, spotlights divided by the materials used.

Materials for the manufacture of spotlights

Impact on the size and the cost of providing spotlights used for the manufacture of the material. Popular brands selected for this aluminum, copper, metal, and plastic.

Let us examine them in detail:

• Perforated soffits made of copper are the most expensive. They are distinguished by a small plate thickness and a long service life of up to 150 years. Thus spotlights are environmentally friendly, are resistant to corrosive environmental factors do not require constant careful maintenance;
• roof soffits aluminum differ low cost, resistance to temperature changes. Thanks to a special coating, they are not exposed to corrosion. Thickness of the plates is from 0.3 to 0.6 mm;
• Stainless steel spotlights are the most durable. They are characterized by resistance to moisture and temperature extremes. For finishing the eaves of the roof soffits of metal can be used as the perforated and solid plate. The price of the metal soffit is the lowest among the other;
• for the manufacture of plastic PVC spotlights used. They are characterized by low price and light weight. These spotlights are well withstand temperature swings. They are not susceptible to mold and mildew, but may turn yellow when exposed to direct sunlight.

Useful advice! When choosing a roof soffits for filing is necessary to consider the structure type. Metal elements will burden the structure, and put pressure on the foundation. Therefore, in the frame houses for finishing the roof is better to choose plastic.

Dimensions spotlight

Oddly enough, however, to date there is no standardized parameters for spotlights. Each manufacturer offers the customer own size. This allows you to choose what is best suited for a particular cornice. After cutting the panels can not produce.

Most often, companies offer spotlights dimensions 360h30 cm. These options are convenient and practical. Knowing them, you can easily calculate the required number of panels. They fit well, forming a beautiful pattern on the ledge.

Domestic manufacturers of spotlights offer a wide panel of 50 to 80 cm. If desired, you can find a broader model.

The thickness of the aluminum panel is in the range from 0.3 to 0.6 mm. But vinyl can have the following parameters:

• thickness of from 1 to 1.2 mm;
• a width of 2.2 to 3 cm;
• length of from 30 to 38.5 cm.

Useful advice!It should be noted that the parameters of domestic and foreign manufacturers differ from each other. Therefore, when buying spotlights need to examine carefully their size.

Advantages of the spotlight for the filing of the roof

Filing roof soffit has a number of advantages over other types of finishes. The following points can be attributed to the basic advantages of using this material:

• high resistance to mechanical impact;
• no special requirements for care (wash water is enough twice a year);
• resistance to humidity, direct sunlight and high temperatures;

• a wide range of applications (not only well suited for outdoor, but also for interior trim);
• easy installation;
• resistance to mold and mildew;
• excellent appearance;
• protection not only for roofing but also for all communications, located underneath;
• possibility of use at different temperatures, from -60 to 120 ° C.

In addition, they are environmentally safe for human health and have a good appearance.

disadvantages spotlight

As with any material, spotlights for filing the roof have a number of shortcomings, which need to know when choosing them for yourself. Experts refer to them:

• need to monitor the state of the plate. Perforated soffit can clog various debris. Under the influence of strong winds and the plates are shaken out of the grooves. Every year it is necessary to conduct a thorough examination of all the spotlights. And every five years require their complete or partial replacement;

• the cost of this material is quite high. If you compare it with the usual floorings, then the latter can be purchased in 2 times more cheaply;
• the inability to change the size of the batten when necessary. Thus during installation of siding or sheeting material can be reduced by using available tools. With the soffit so can not be done. This is due to the presence in its design of perforations. Their violation leads to deterioration of operating characteristics of the material.

Useful advice! If the roof has a non-standard angles or rounding, when perforated soffits - not the best choice as a finishing cornice.

Spotlights for filing the roof: the size, prices and manufacturers

Today, a variety of domestic and foreign companies produce roof soffits, the prices of which are in the range from 280 to 1100 rubles. / M. Due to the fact that this material is characterized by a large value, experts recommend to buy it only from reputable manufacturers.

Overview spotlights manufacturers of roofing

In the construction market there is a considerable number of manufacturers of decorative plates, consider the most well-known in more detail.

Doke. Birthplace of the manufacturer - Germany. We have products of this brand is known since 2006. The company offers customers buy spotlights for filing the roof in several sizes: 3050h305 and 3050h151 mm. You can select a white plate, red or chocolate color. A distinctive feature of the products is staffed soffits additional elements that are required for installation.

Gentek. The company is the US, but it works in our market is not the first year. It produces aluminum floodlights for filing a roof, for which the price is the highest in the market of building materials. However, buying a plate, the customer receives a complete set at once with additional elements. He did not have to buy them separately. The set includes a j-rail, j-bevel, wind braces, finishing strip and aluminum strip texture. Spotlights the brand are brown and white. Wafer size 3660h306 mm.

Grand Line. This is a Russian manufacturer. It offers floodlights for metal roofing sheet set, for which the price is different accessibility. You can choose brown or white goods. Sizes available manufacturer - 3000h305 mm. The advantages of the plates of the brand are long life (50 years), resistance to sunlight, shock, stealth connections and good flexibility.

Holzplast - a company in Germany. It offers vinyl soffits, which are made by molding. koestruzii use of technology enables manufacturers to produce two- and three-layer spotlights. The dimensions of the plates 3660h266 m. The client can choose the white, chocolate or shade of the color of golden oak.

Royal Europa - Polish brand. Buy spotlights for this company roof can be in different colors. Dimensions plates constitute 3660h305 mm. The difference of this manufacturer is to use stabilizers, organic tin type. They are absolutely safe for human health and the environment.

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Alta Profile. This company - domestic. A distinctive feature of the brand - good value for money. It spotlights well tolerated in direct sunlight and low temperatures. Dimensions plates - 3000h230 mm.

Odintsovo factory lightweight construction It offers domestic buyer Perforated metal soffit, the price of which is characterized by affordability. The quality remains high. The plates have dimensions 3000h325 mm and presented in the large color gamut.

Useful advice!When deciding to make hem eaves soffit, do not chase the popular manufacturer. Our domestic companies offer materials are of inferior quality at an affordable price and with excellent performance.

Vinyl, metal and aluminum soffits: product price

The table below shows the most popular manufacturers of spotlights and their value depending on the material:

Manufacturer	Cost, rub.
vinyl
Belarusian producer	from 280
Vox	from 260
Docke	from 330
Vinylon	from 360
FineBer	from 360
Mitten	600
metal
Grand Line	400
Aquasystem	from 580
aluminum
Aquasystem	from 790
Gentek	from 1100

All models are certified to guarantee product quality and performance.

How to hem the roof soffit?

Modern building offers two options Binder eaves soffit. Choosing one of them depends on personal preferences and desires of the homeowner. However, both options require preparatory work. They boil down to the insulation on the outside of the structure. After that you can buy spotlights for filing the roof and ready to install them.

Methods for mounting spotlights

There are two methods styling plates.

Classical filing. In this case, it sets the usual horizontal box made of wood. Between rafters necessarily establish additional boards. To it is attached edge of the plate. On a wooden skeleton happening styling spotlight. One edge of the plate is fixed on the lower portion of the rafters, and the second - on paved additional board. In the corners, where the contact of the roof slopes, fasten the ends of the boards. The thus obtained joints disposed from the corner walls and conjugation to an angle obtained ramps.

This design solution makes it possible to get tough resilience design. It does not depend on the walls. To the installation of spotlights on the roof cornice to get a reliable, you need to buy special angles and plates of metal. However, often enough for them to secure the use conventional screws.

Filing rafters. This option should be chosen when the roof of the house has a slight slope. In this case the roof pitch angle coincides with the binder. Securing plates takes place in the rafters, running parallel to the walls of the house. If the bottom of the rafters has an uneven surface, aligns with the optional board.

The most commonly used classical filing. It is easy and fast installation. Time for filing rafters need more.

Additional elements for mounting

To carry out finishing work, you will not only buy the spotlights for the roof, but also buy them a number of additional elements. Some manufacturers offer a whole set at once. However, this increases the price of spotlight for filing the roof.

Additional elements used in finishing works:

• finishing strip. It is used in the final stage, after all panels and additional components installed. It supports the spotlights. In addition, the finishing tape used for decoration of diagonal lines in areas of spotlights docking;
• j-chamfer. Its purpose - protection from wind strips endings and giving structure the necessary rigidity;
• j-profile. Used when installing closed eaves. To him attach themselves spotlights;
• h-profile. His appointment - Connect the spotlight with rafters and roof beams;
• profiles for the design of internal and external connecting angles.

These elements are not required. Their number may increase or decrease depending on the roof of the house, the characteristics of the installation, etc.

What is needed for installation

The technology of the installation work spotlights a pretty simple and straightforward. To do it, not necessarily to invite a specialist. Suffice it to carefully study video installation and stick to it during the installation. But we can not do without a certain set of tools and spare parts:

• profiles for mounting must be purchased in a complete set. Otherwise, it is not necessary to start work;
• sharp carpenter's knife. With it convenient to fix the plate into the slots;
• hacksaw;
• handle with integrated self-tapping;
• ruler and a screwdriver;
• staircase or scaffolding for work at height.

Carry out installation work in pairs is more convenient. This will not only speed up the process, but also greatly facilitate it.

The sequence of work

Two variants of spotlights mounted above listed. For beginners, simpler and easier to be a classic. Installation log cabins on a number of features, so it is best to carry out the expert.

Below is a step by step guide Binder eaves soffit:

• and plastic and metal panels are mounted on a wooden frame. For its production uses beams of wood with a cross-section of 5 cm. You should not take a tree with a larger or smaller diameter. Thick beams will weight the roof structure, and the thin - not withstand external forces (strong wind or heavy snowfall);

• before fastening the boards should be carefully marking the house wall. In this case, be sure to note where they will be in the inner grooves and fastening. When installing soffit mark must match exactly. This ensures flatness eaves;
• After marking the installation is made of wooden beams. In this case, be sure to use the building level. How the timber will be mounted on a wall, decides to host. If the structure of brick, it is possible to use nails and a nail tree. If the house is made of wood, concrete blocks or other materials, then it is better to use screwdriver or dowel set;

• on the timber installing the carrier profile. It has a j-shaped groove. It will be installed floodlights. On the panel has the same groove. This provides the necessary rigidity for future construction;
• the next step - installing blind stitch panels. For their installation, you can use nails or screws. To achieve a snug fit panel is not necessary. Between them shall be a small gap. Do not worry that there will be a cold wind blow out or gets wet. In subsequent operation, this clearance withdrew;
• the final step - installing the finish tape in places of connections.

After the installation is completed, the resulting surface is recommended to treat the protective enamel for exterior use.

Carrying filing roof - a mandatory and necessary step in the completion of the roof trim. This will ensure the safety of the roof frame from external environmental factors, the emergence of harmful insects and birds. The latter can cause considerable harm to the tree used. In addition, the unexecuted ledge makes the house damp and cold, which in turn leads to an increase in heating costs.