Plastic roofing sheets

[hermes]

I want to build a lean-to shelter down the side of my house to keep motorbikes in. It will be open at one end so I'm not bothered about it being 100% waterproof.
I thought of using plastic roofing sheets but don't know how to seal them to the wall. I don't know what a cavity tray does but from what I can gather I would rather not have to fit one if possible.
Also, is there a recommended pitch for these sheets?
Any ideas?

 

[Nige F]

You dont need a cavity tray for a lean to shelter I THINK you can go low pitch.15 degrees with the polycarb sheets.look in Wickes seal with flashband up wall+ make sure you get the correct silicone sealer for polycarb.What bikes we`ve got a few here

 

[noseall]

also, be aware that with the structure being open ended you leave yourself vulnerable to strong winds.... use plenty of fixings!

 

[JohnD]

I might not even bother with flashing. It will make a mess of your wall, and be extra cost and effort. I bet you don't gey water running down the wall anyway, and you won't care about draughts.

 

[masona]

What about one of these? Might have to see the bank manager though

 

[JohnD]

I like that, I can load it onto my truck and deal with the locks later.

 

[hermes]

NigeF I have a 600 bandit and an XR400. My wife now wants her own as the bandit is a bit too tall for her.

noseallYes, I had thought of that, it will be a bit of a wind tunnel when the front door is opened.

JohnDI think I would like to seal it in some way in case I ever decide to convert it into an ordinary shed. Why would flashing make a mess of the wall?

Masona I can't see your pic, only a red cross.

 

[masona]

Masona I can't see your pic, only a red cross.

See if this one will stay........

 

[JohnD]

I think I would like to seal it in some way in case I ever decide to convert it into an ordinary shed. Why would flashing make a mess of the wall?

A lot of people use stick-on flashing over plastic panels, will mark the wall badly if/when the shed goes. Even if you use lead into the mortar joints, it will be a job to make good if and when the shed goes.

 

[hermes]

Not too worried by that, the shed will be here for as long as I am.