Nail the Right Layers: Take the Roof Underlayments Challenge

by Christopher Brinckerhoff | 15 April 2025 6:00 am

[1]Not all underlayments are created equal, especially when it comes to stone-coated steel roofs. Test your knowledge of best practices and materials for stone-coated steel roofing with this quick quiz, perfect for sharpening your spec sheet smarts.

Each week, Metal Construction News presents a quiz about an article. This week’s quiz is based on the article “Selecting an Underlayment for Stone-Coated Steel Roofing”[2] by Doug Thagard, business development manager for roof system components at Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions.

April 16 – Underlayments Quiz #7

1. What is the minimum specification required for underlayments to be used with stone-coated steel roofing?

A) ASTM E-108 Class A

B) ASTM D1970

C) ASTM D226 Type II

2. What is the primary function of underlayments in roofing systems with stone-coated steel shingles?

A) Providing architectural style options

B) Acting as a secondary water-shedding membrane

C) Reflecting ultraviolet light

3. Which of the following are considered types of OSHA-compliant access points to rooftop walkway systems?

A) Self-adhered base sheets

B) Above-deck roof insulation

C) SBS-modified 40#

If you are human, leave this field blank.

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“Selecting an Underlayment for Stone-Coated Steel Roofing”: https://www.metalconstructionnews.com/articles/features/underlayment-steel-roofing/
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