Laminate Shingle

Installation Instructions

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 Directions for Applying
Malarkey Laminate Shingles
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Residential (Building) Code, Section R905.2.8.5, drip edge
Install Malarkey laminate shingles according to adopted flashing (drip edge, eave or rake metal) is required along the
building code and local amendments. To qualify for war- eave and rake edges of shingle roofs.
ranty protection and obtain stated coverage, the installa- Install drip edge first along the eaves, and later on the rakes
tion instructions detailed here must be followed. Contact once the field underlayment has been applied.
Malarkey Technical Services or check our website at WWW.
MALARKEYROOFING.COM for the most current version. UNDERLAYMENT
We assume no responsibility when there has been improper Malarkey makes two types of underlayment, the first being
application, failure to properly prepare the surface or provide water-resistant, mechanically-attached field underlayments
proper ventilation according to FHA or HUD minimum prop- Right Start™ UDL and our Secure Start® line of synthetic
erty standard requirements and adopted building code. underlayments.
For current warranty information, visit The second type are waterproof, self-adhering underlay-
WWW.MALARKEYROOFING.COM/warranties. ments, Arctic Seal® and Secure Start® HT products which are
intended for use in cold weather climates that produce ice
Standard exposure is 55⁄8"(143 mm) to the weather. Offset dams.
between courses is 8" (203 mm). Minimum offset for shingle
installation is 4" (102 mm). Self-adhering underlayment can also be installed as a flashing
membrane in areas susceptible to leaks such as roof valleys,
These step-by-step application instructions apply to standard roof-to-vertical transitions, and around vents, curbs, skylights
slopes/inclines of not less than 4" (102 mm) per 12" (305 mm) and other roof penetrations.
or more than 21" (533 mm) per 12" (305 mm). For lower
slopes [2" (51 mm) to less than 4" (102 mm) per 12" (305 mm)] Underlayment is required on roof decks prior to the installation
and steep slopes [more than 21" (533 mm) per 12" (305 mm)], of Malarkey shingles. Your geographical location, weather,
modify the installation as described below. Do not apply degree of roof slope, and type of roof covering will help deter-
shingles on roofs having a slope less than 2" (51 mm) per 12" mine which Malarkey underlayment is right for your situation.
(305 mm). Consult local building code for additional guidance.
Note: The film strips on each shingle, front and back, prevent Complete installation instructions are available on our website
shingles from sticking together while in the bundle and are not at WWW.MALARKEYROOFING.COM.
designed to be removed. Other Instructions Common to the Installations that
Follow:
IMPORTANT
• ALWAYS wear fall protection when working on a roof. • Underlayment is installed parallel to the eaves.
• Underlayments can be slippery, particularly when wet or • End laps in the same course should be 6" (152 mm), and
covered with frost. Be careful when walking on them. staggered 6' (1.8 m) apart in subsequent courses.
Ventilation: To prevent harmful condensation or heat buildup, • Extend field underlayments 6" (152 mm) over hips, ridges
air must circulate freely under the roof deck. Install roof vents and valleys. Where the roof meets a vertical surface, run
at ridges and eaves. Ventilation provisions must meet or the underlayment a minimum of 3" (76 mm) up the wall
exceed current FHA or HUD requirements and adopted build- and secure.
ing codes. • Once an expanse of roof is covered by underlayment up
Roof Deck: The surface to receive the new roofing should be to the ridge, apply drip edge flashing to the rakes, over
in good shape and solidly sheathed, constructed of a mini- the ends of underlayment.
mum 3⁄8" (10 mm) thick, exterior-grade plywood, 7⁄16" (11 mm)
thick oriented strand board (OSB), or seasoned lumber, INSTALLATION IN NON-ICE DAM REGIONS
nominally 1" (25 mm) thick. Boards should be positioned Roof Slopes 4:12 and Greater
tight to each other and securely nailed to framing members. Roof slopes 4:12 (4" [102 mm] per 12" [305 mm]) and greater
Deteriorated or rotted boards should be replaced. For exces- require the installation of a single (1) layer of Malarkey’s field
sively resinous areas and loose knots, cover with sheet metal underlayment (or code-compliant equivalent) over the entire
patches. roof deck.
Malarkey strongly recommends installing sheathing when Install the initial course flush to the eave and trim at the rake.
wood board decking is the existing substrate. Problems with Fasten sufficiently to hold the underlayment in place and work
the performance of your roofing system, such as leaks and safely until shingles are applied or according to adopted build-
buckling, increase if installed directly over wood board decks. ing code. Secure Start® underlayments have bullseye imprints
Failure to use properly conditioned deck materials can result on the material to act as guides for fastening.
in deck movement which can damage the roof covering and
Continue working up the roof, subsequent courses overlap-
may void your warranty.
ping the preceding by 2"- 4" (51-102 mm), depending on the
Drip Edge Flashing: In accordance with 2018 International type of underlayment being applied. (See Figure 1)
Building Code, Section 1507.2.8.3, and 2018 International

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 When choosing this option, make sure proper ventilation and
moisture control issues are addressed.
RAKE METAL
-INSTALLED ON TOP INSTALLATION IN ICE DAM REGIONS
OF UNDERLAYMENT
Roof Slopes 4:12 and Greater
SINGLE LAYER OF
SPECIFIED
In geographic regions that experience the possibility of ice
UNDERLAYMENT dams along the eaves (or if required by building code), install
a full-width sheet of self-adhering underlayment (or equivalent
underlayment conforming to ASTM D1970) along the eaves.
FULL-WIDTH
SHEETS
Continue installing self-adhering underlayment up and out
ROOF DECK onto the roof no less than 24" (610 mm) past the inside, warm
2" - 4" OVERLAP
DEPENDING ON
interior wall of the house or above the expected level of ice
PRODUCT dams or according to building code requirements.
If additional courses of self-adhering underlayment are nec-
EAVE METAL essary to reach that point, course lap guide lines (lay lines) on
the sheets show how far to lap the material. Firmly hand-roll
these overlaps to ensure a complete, watertight bond.
Once past 24" (610 mm), follow with full-width courses of
Figure 1 - Application of Field Underlayment on Roof Slopes 4:12 your specified field underlayment, the first course lapped 6"
and Greater (Non-Ice Dam Regions) (152 mm) over the termination of self-adhering underlayment
and the rest with 2"- 4" (51-102 mm) side laps, depending on
Roof Slopes 2:12 Up to 4:12 the type of underlayment being applied. Lay lines show how
Install a double layer of any Malarkey underlayments. If local far to lap the material.
building code has adopted 2015 or later IBC or IRC, a single
Fasten as described above.
layer of ASTM D1970 underlayment (Arctic Seal®, Secure
Start® HT) is acceptable as an exception per the I-Codes. For extra protection at the eaves and prior to the installation
of drip edge, install a 6"-wide (152 mm) stripping ply of Arctic
For a double layer, start at a lower corner of roof and begin
Seal®, and ensure it covers the junction of roof and fascia.
by applying a half-width starter strip of field underlayment (or
(See Figure 3)
code-compliant equivalent) along the eaves.
Succeeding courses are all full-width, the first course com-
pletely overlapping the starter, and followed by courses half-
lapped over preceding courses, on up the roof.
Fasten sufficiently to hold in place and work safely until shin-
SINGLE LAYER OF
gles are applied or according to adopted building code. (See SPECIFIED 24" MIN
RAKE METAL
Figure 2) UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLED ON TOP
OF UNDERLAYMENT

2" - 4" OVERLAP

DEPENDING ON FULL-WIDTH
PRODUCT SHEETS

RAKE METAL
INSTALLED ON TOP ROOF DECK
OF UNDERLAYMENT
6" OVERLAP
24" MIN
DOUBLE LAYER
OF SPECIFIED
UNDERLAYMENT MIN. 6"-WIDE SELF-ADHERING
UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLED EAVE METAL
UNDERNEATH EAVE METAL
(OPTIONAL) SINGLE LAYER OF
SELF-ADHERING
FULL-WIDTH UNDERLAYMENT ON EAVES;
SHEETS RECOMMENDED ON RAKES

Figure 3 - Application of Self-Adhering and Field Underlayments

ROOF DECK
on Roof Slopes 4:12 and Greater (Ice Dam Regions)

STARTER
EAVE METAL Roof Slopes 2:12 Up to 4:12
STRIP Like 4:12 and greater slopes, begin with a full-width sheet
of self-adhering underlayment (or equivalent compliant with
ASTM D1970) along the eaves.
Figure 2 - Application of Field Underlayment on
Roof Slopes 2:12 Up to 4:12 (Non-Ice Dam Regions) Continue application up and out onto the roof as necessary to
a point not less than 24" (610 mm) past the inside, warm inte-
Optional installation for low slope roofs: For superior pro- rior wall of the house or above the expected level of ice dams
tection in coastal regions, areas of wind-driven rain, or homes or according to building code requirements.
with double-slope construction, the roof deck can be covered Once that point is reached, switch to double layers of your
with a double layer of Arctic Seal® self-adhering underlayment specified field underlayment, the first course a half-width
or equivalent conforming to ASTM D1970. starter strip lapped 6" (152 mm) over the termination of
self-adhering underlayment.

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Succeeding courses are full-width, the first course completely Nailing Pattern: Under normal conditions, use four (4) fasten-
overlapping the starter, and followed by courses half-lapped ers for each full shingle.
over preceding courses, on up the roof. Malarkey laminate shingles feature The Zone®, an enlarged,
Fasten as described above. (See Figure 4) 15/16" (33 mm) wide nailing area that helps ensure correct fas-
tener placement. Place fasteners in this nailing area approx-
imately 1" (25 mm) in from each edge and the remaining
fasteners evenly spaced between. (See Figure 6)
24" MIN

EVENLY SPACED
DOUBLE LAYER RAKE METAL 8"
OF SPECIFIED INSTALLED ON TOP
UNDERLAYMENT OF UNDERLAYMENT

ROOF DECK

5-5/8"
STARTER
STRIP

6" OVERLAP

24" MIN
Figure 6 - Laminate, 4-Nail Fastening Pattern
EAVE METAL
MIN. 6"-WIDE SELF-ADHERING
UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLED Wind Resistance and Hand-Sealing: Malarkey shingles are
UNDERNEATH EAVE METAL SINGLE LAYER OF
SELF-ADHERING
manufactured with strips of a factory-applied, thermal sealant
(OPTIONAL)
UNDERLAYMENT ON that is activated by the heat of the sun after the shingle is on
EAVES; RECOMMENDED the roof. Exposure to the sun’s heat bonds each shingle to the
ON RAKES
one below for wind resistance.
Figure 4 - Application of Self-Adhering and Field Underlayments A variety of conditions like cold weather, high winds or blow-
on Roof Slopes 2:12 Up to 4:12 (Ice Dam Regions) ing dust, however, can affect the ability of the sealant strip
to activate and prevent shingles from self-sealing during, or
SHINGLE FASTENING shortly after, installation. If shingles have not sealed after a
Type of Fasteners: Fasteners must be minimum 12-gauge reasonable time period, hand-sealing (also called hand-tab-
(0.105 inch [3 mm]) shank, galvanized steel, stainless steel, bing) is strongly recommended.
aluminum or copper roofing nails, with a 3⁄8" (10 mm) head, Note: Malarkey’s wind warranties apply only when shingles are
compliant with ASTM F1667, and long enough to penetrate sealed, whether by hand-sealing or activation of the self-seal-
through all layers of roofing materials and at least ¾" (19 mm) ing strips. Failure to seal under adverse circumstances like
into the roof sheathing. Where the roof sheathing is less than those described above is not a manufacturing defect.
¾" (19 mm) thick, the fasteners shall penetrate through the
To hand-seal a shingle, apply four (4) quarter-size dabs of
sheathing.
asphalt roof cement conforming to ASTM D4586 evenly
Malarkey approves the use of hand-nailing and/or pneumatic spaced under each shingle, and press shingles firmly into the
nailers for applying fasteners, but nails must be driven flush cement. Excessive use may cause blistering; correct amounts
to the shingle surface and not overdriven, underdriven or should not bleed out from under the shingle. (See Figure 7)
driven at an angle, especially on low slope installations where
water runs off less freely and leaks could result. When fasten- EVENLY SPACED
ing adjacent shingles, butt them loosely together to prevent 8"
buckling.
The use of staples is not an approved fastening method.
(See Figure 5)

Properly Driven Improperly Driven 5-5/8"

Asphalt shingles

⅜" (10 mm)

min. diameter Underdriven Overdriven Crooked
Figure 7 - Hand-Sealing Laminate Shingles

Steep Slope Fastening of Laminate Shingles: Roof decks

with slopes greater than 21" (533 mm) per 12" (305 mm)
require installation with six (6) fasteners per shingle and
Straight, good Inadequate deck Too deep, cuts Inadequate hand-sealing underneath.
penetration, and flush penetration. into shingle. anchorage.
with shingle surface. Two methods for fastening can be used, but for each, the
outer fasteners must be placed in the nailing area approxi-
Decking mately 1" (25 mm) in from each edge. The first method has the
Figure 5 - Nailing Instructions remaining four (4) fasteners also placed in the nailing area and
evenly spaced between. (See Figure 8)

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 the remaining two evenly spaced on the same line as the end
EVENLY SPACED fasteners. Do not place fasteners in the seal-down strip.
8"
Continue across the eave with full-length starter shingles,
butting them loosely together to prevent buckling.
First Course of Shingles: Start the first course with a full-
length shingle laid directly over the starter course.
5-5/8" Begin at the same lower corner of roof and apply flush with
the edges of the starter course on both eave and rake sides
(maintaining the ¼"- ¾" [6 -19 mm] roof overhang).
Fasten as described in the Shingle Fastening section above.
Figure 8 - Laminate, 6-Nail Fastening Pattern Second through Succeeding Courses: Start the second
course with a shingle from which 8" (203 mm) has been cut
The second, alternate way has the interior fasteners as indi- from one end.
cated to accommodate shingle offsets and ensures no nail is Position the remaining piece over the underlying, first course
less than 2" (51 mm) from the joint of the underlying shingles. shingle, and align the bottom edge along a line level with the
(See Figure 9) “sawtooth” overlay, leaving an exposure of 55⁄8" (143 mm).
Secure with fasteners.
Courses three through five are begun with partial shingles,
12" 12" 8" each progressively 8" (203 mm) shorter, establishing the over-
all diagonal pattern. Pieces cut from shingles along the left
2" 2" rake can be used either to continue the diagonal installation
pattern or finish off courses at the right rake.
Apply a full-length shingle adjacent to each of the first five
5-5/8" courses to extend the pattern. Join the shingles loosely
together to prevent buckling. Butt factory edge to factory
edge when installing the stairstep method. This helps maintain
a straight layout of the remaining shingles.
The sixth course begins again with a full length shingle, so
Figure 9 - Laminate, 6-Nail Alternate Fastening Pattern
repeat the 1-to-5 course cycle on up the roof.
Note: See Malarkey’s Shingle and Accessory Warranty online Shingles may be laid from either lower corner of roof;
for any additional requirements related to specific coverages. follow layout and cutting instructions as required for proper
application.
SHINGLE PATTERN LAYOUT AND APPLICATION Note: Other shingle offsets are acceptable but no less than 4"
Important: The diagonal application procedures described (102 mm). Straight up application of shingles, or racking, is not
below are necessary to prevent objectionable patterning. recommended. (See Figure 10)
Malarkey is not responsible for such patterning on roofs where
this diagonal application is not used. Exposures should be
even along the courses as well, or an objectionable appear- COURSES 1-5
ance may occur.
1: FULL LENGTH
Malarkey Smart Start® Starter Shingles: Smart Start® starter 2-5: EACH PROGRESSIVELY 8"
shingles are designed to be separated lengthwise at a per- SHORTER (MIN 4")
foration so you get two, full-size starter shingles in one. The
perforation is in the middle of the shingle, 83⁄16" (208 mm) from
each edge, and both pieces have seal-down strips. Besides 5
eaves, it is recommended Smart Start® starter shingles be 4
installed on the rake edges of roof to provide a clean edge 3
and increase wind resistance. 2
1
LAMINATE SHINGLE PATTERN LAYOUT (8" [203 MM]
OFFSET, FIVE COURSE DIAGONAL METHOD) Figure 10 - Laminate Shingle Layout Pattern
Starter Course: Install Malarkey Smart Start® starter shingles CONSTRUCTING ROOF VALLEYS
or equivalent conforming to ASTM D3462. Ensure they are
positioned with the factory-applied sealant strip face up and Similar to a roof deck being prepared for shingles by first
the strip adjacent to the eave edge of roof. applying an underlayment, roof valleys must be likewise pre-
pared before they can be “constructed” with shingles.
Cut 6" (152 mm) off one end of the first starter shingle, and lay
it on a lower corner of the roof, overhanging the rake and eave Closed-cut and Open Metal Valley applications are recom-
edges by ¼"- ¾" (6 -19 mm). mended for laminate shingles (instructions to follow); the Open
Membrane Valley style is also acceptable.
Fasten with 4 nails, 1½"- 3" (38-76 mm) up from the eave,
with one fastener 1" (25 mm) from each side of the starter and Valley Underlayment: Center a full-width strip of self-adher-
ing underlayment (or equivalent conforming to ASTM D1970)

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in the valley, and apply it directly to the roof deck. Ensure this Open Metal Valley Construction: Metal valley flashing
valley liner is tight to the deck without bridging in the center of (“valley metal”) used with Malarkey shingles must be minimum
the valley. 24" (610 mm) wide and 26 gauge. Preformed, “W”-shaped
Field underlayment can be woven across the valley liner and flashing is recommended.
up the opposite side at least 12" (305 mm) or lapped over Center the valley metal over the valley liner, press it into the
each side a minimum of 6" (152 mm). When fastening, be break of the valley, and secure with fasteners no more than 1"
aware no fasteners are allowed within 6" (152 mm) of the (25 mm) from the outside edges at a spacing of 10" (254 mm)
valley centerline. to 12" (305 mm) O.C.
Valley underlayment must be in place for each method Set overlapping ends of the valley metal in a continuous bead
described next. of sealant, achieving a lap of 4" (102 mm). DO NOT FASTEN
Closed-Cut Valley Construction: Lay a first course of THE METAL LAP.
shingles along the eave on one side of the roof, and continue For additional sealing, a continuous 6" (152 mm) strip of
it across the valley and onto the adjoining roof at least 12" self-adhering Arctic Seal® may be applied over the fasteners
(305 mm). Do not make a joint in the valley. Should a shingle on each side of the valley metal.
fall short, add-in one or two tab sections so the joint falls out- Never use a shingle trimmed to less than 12" (305 mm) in
side the line of the valley. length to finish a course running into a valley. If necessary,
Press the shingles well into the break of the valley, and nail trim a tab off the adjacent shingle in the course to allow a
using normal fastening methods, remembering no fasteners longer portion to be used. Make sure each shingle extends far
are allowed closer than 6" (152 mm) to the valley centerline. enough into the valley so in a future step, a shingle’s full width
Besides the nails used to secure the shingle, add another (or height) will be trimmed back.
in the upper corner at the end of each shingle crossing the Nail no closer than 6" (152 mm) to the valley centerline.
valley. Now, trim shingles a minimum of 2" (51 mm) back from the
Repeat these procedures with the first course of shingles on centerline, cut the ends diagonally to match the centerline
the intersecting roof, extending it across the valley, over the angle, and crop the top of each shingle at a 1" (25 mm), 45
top of the shingles laid before, and at least 12" (305 mm) onto degree cut.
the adjoining roof surface. Press into the valley, and fasten as Embed the ends of the cut valley shingles in a continu­ous
before. 3" (76 mm) wide bead of asphalt roof cement conforming to
Note: The first course of shingles are the only ones woven in ASTM D4586, and press them into the adhesive.
this fashion. (See Figure 12)
Return to the side of the roof you began with, and resume VALLEY METAL VALLEY LINER
laying shingle courses across the valley and onto the adjoining OPTION: CLIPS OR CLEATS
APPLY STRIPPING
roof at least 12" (305 mm). Complete the installation of shin-
8" TO 24" APART. BEND CLIP
OVER NAIL HEADS. FOR VALLEY PLY OF ARCTIC
METAL WITH CRIMPED EDGE. SEAL TO EDGES
gles on that roof section. OF VALLEY METAL*

Snap a chalk line 2" (51 mm) from the centerline of the valley
on the unshingled side. Begin applying shingle courses on the UNDERLAYMENT WOVEN THROUGH
2
unshingled side, trimming them diagonally at the chalk line to VALLEY (MAY ALSO BE APPLIED TO
VALLEY LINER BY A MINIMUM 6" LAP)

match the centerline angle, and cropping the upper corner of SHINGLES SET IN A
3" WIDE BEAD OF TRIM SHINGLES 2"
1
1. CUT TO MATCH CENTERLINE ANGLE.
DECK
the last shingle at a 1" (25 mm), 45 degree cut. Doing this will
2. TRIM TOP 1" 45 DEGREES TOWARDS VALLEY.
MASTIC/SEALANT FROM CENTERLINE

direct water into the valley.

Embed the ends of the cut valley shingles in a continu­ous
3" (76 mm) wide bead of asphalt roof cement conforming to 8" OFFSET (MIN 4")

ASTM D4586, and press them into the adhesive.

SMART START

Complete the installation of shingles on that roof section. STARTER SHINGLE

(See Figure 11)

VALLEY LINER
UNDERLAYMENT WOVEN
THROUGH VALLEY (MAY ALSO Figure 12 - Open Metal Valley Application
BE APPLIED TO VALLEY LINER EXTEND SHINGLES A MINIMUM
BY A MINIMUM 6" LAP). OF 12" THROUGH VALLEY.
-FASTEN THE ENDS WITH A
NAIL IN UPPER CORNER.
FLASHING APPLICATIONS
2 Intersections of Roof and Vertical Sidewall: Minimum
SHINGLES SET IN A BEAD
1 26-gauge, metal step flashing is used in the junction between
OF MASTIC/SEALANT 1. CUT TO MATCH CENTERLINE ANGLE.
2. TRIM TOP 1" 45 DEGREES TOWARDS VALLEY. a sloping roof and intersecting sidewall (on a dormer, for
DECK TRIM SHINGLES 2" example) to protect this vulnerable area from moisture
FROM CENTERLINE
intrusion.
COVER STARTER
BY WEAVING Step flashing can be square or rectangular, but 8-inch
FIRST COURSE
(203 mm) by 8-inch (203 mm) dimensions are common and
8" OFFSET (MIN 4")
satisfactory for our purposes.
SMART START
STARTER SHINGLE Being 8" wide allows the flashing to be bent at 90 degrees
and pushed against the transition of roof to wall, the horizon-
tal flange extending 4" (127 mm) out onto the roof deck and
the vertical flange, 4" (127 mm) up the wall assembly. Being
Figure 11 - Closed-Cut Valley Application

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8" long allows individual step flashing pieces to overlap each Vent Pipe (and Other Flanged Penetration) Flashing:
other in water-shedding fashion as they are installed. Install shingle courses up to the vent pipe, and cut a hole in
Individual step flashing pieces are integrated with each course the shingle to be positioned over the pipe. Install the pipe jack
of shingles as they are applied to intersect the sidewall. A ¼"- or boot (top and side flanges may be set in sealant).
¾" (6 -19 mm) gap between the shingles and vertical bend of Additional, optional weatherproofing: Unexposed pipe jack
the flashing is recommended. flanges (top and both sides) may also be stripped-off with
To allow for possible roof movement, fasten each piece of minimum 6" (152 mm) wide Arctic Seal®, covering all fasteners
flashing to the roof deck and not the sidewall. used to secure the flanges, and tying onto the field underlay-
ment a minimum of 3" (76 mm).
Installation is as follows: Atop the Smart Start® starter
course at the eave, place the first piece of flashing*. The hori- Continue roofing around the pipe, cutting shingles to fit on the
zontal flange should be flush with the eave edge of the starter sides and top of the pipe jack flanges. Ensure shingles extend
and the vertical flange against the sidewall, counter-flashed by beyond the downslope side of the pipe itself. Shingles that
the wall cladding. overlap any part of the flanges should be sealed to the flange
with asphalt roof cement conforming to ASTM D4586. Correct
Fasten the horizontal flange of the step flashing to the roof amounts should not bleed out from under the shingles; exces-
deck with two nails placed 1" (25 mm) from the upper edge sive use may cause blistering. Apply pressure to seal.
and spaced an equal distance apart. (See Figure 14)
Lay a first course shingle down on the roof, positioning it close
to the sidewall but leaving a ¼"- ¾" (6-19 mm) gap between CUTAWAY
the end of the shingle and vertical bend in the step flashing. VIEW

Fasten in place. The horizontal flange of the flashing will no 3"

longer be visible, but you can still see the vertical flange along ARCTIC
SEAL
the sidewall. FLANGE EDGE

INSTALLATION OF A 6" MINIMUM

Place the second step flashing atop the first course shingle, STORM COLLAR OR
SEALANT IS
and position it up from the eave edge of the shingle, matching REQUIRED TO SEAL
SHINGLE EDGE
ALL PIPE FLASHINGS
the shingle exposure, and fasten as before.
Lay a second course shingle on the roof, position leaving a
SEAL UNDERSIDE
gap, and fasten. OF FLANGE ALONG THE
TOP AND BOTH SIDES
Place the third step flashing atop that, overlapping the end SEAL SHINGLE TO FLANGE
WITH BEAD OF MASTIC
of the previous step flashing at the point of shingle exposure OR SEALANT

(overlap is typically 2" [51 mm]).

Continue like this on up to the top of the sidewall intersec-
tion, alternating between the placement of step flashing and
shingles.
* The “first piece of flashing” in this instance might well be
“kickout” flashing, a piece of flashing cut and angled to direct
water out and away from the side of a structure. Figure 14 - Vent Pipe Flashing Application
To accommodate the angled part, yet still serve as the initial Cap (Counter) and Chimney Flashings: The metal flashing
piece of step flashing, the kickout will likely have a greater apron for the front of the chimney shall be installed over the
length than a regular piece of flashing. Otherwise, the instal- last course of shingles below the chimney and its vertical
lation of shingles and step flashing to follow is the same. flange extending up the face of the chimney.
(See Figure 13)
The metal flashings of chimneys, skylights, vents, and adjoin-
TURN UNDERLAYMENT WEATHER RESISTANT ing walls must be counter-flashed with sheet metal cap
UP AT CHANGE OF PLANE
3" MINIMUM.
BARRIER COVERS
VERTICAL FACE OF
flashing.
THE STEP FLASHING
NAIL FLASHING PIECE TO
THE ROOF AT THE TOP
Cap flashing (also called counter flashing) should originate in
EDGE WITH ROOFING NAILS the masonry mortar joints of the chimney and be mortared-in
2" MIN.
OVERLAP or caulked with urethane sealant to ensure a watertight
connection.
Cap flashing should then turn down the chimney and extend
KICKOUT
FLASHING
STEP FLASHING
INTEGRATED
a minimum of 2" (51 mm) over the step flashings at all roof-to-
WITH EACH SHINGLE sidewall intersections. (See Figure 15)
SHINGLES SHOULD BE
INSTALLED WITH A 1 4" - 3 4"
GAP FROM THE VERTICAL
BEND OF FLASHING
EAVE METAL

Figure 13 - Step Flashing Application at

Roof-to-Sidewall Transitions

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 Malarkey hip and ridge shingles also include a factory-ap-
APRON FLASHING BACKER OR CRICKET plied, thermally activated seal-down adhesive that provides
FLASHING
WITH HEMMED
EDGE
additional protection against blow-off. When applied in cold
UNDERLAYMENT
weather or a windy location, however, it is recommended each
TURNED UP WALL ridge shingle be hand-sealed under each lower corner with a
3" MINIMUM
4" MIN quarter-size spot of asphalt roof cement conforming to ASTM
COUNTER FLASHING
D4586.
4" MIN
To avoid damage to hip and ridge shingles in cold weather,
Malarkey recommends warming them sufficiently to prevent
damage during installation.
Apply Malarkey hip and ridge shingles beginning at the
FASTENERS POSITIONED bottom of the hip or from the end of the ridge opposite the
APPROXIMATELY 12" O.C. direction of prevailing winds.
STEP FLASHING- Snapping a chalk line will help maintain a straight line while
LAPPED 1" BEYOND
CORNER OF CHIMNEY installing ridge shingles.
LOW-PROFILE INSTALLATION (10" AND 12" RIDGEFLEX®
Figure 15 - Chimney Apron and Cap Flashing Applications HIP AND RIDGE SHINGLES)
Prepare for application by separating each hip and ridge
Chimney Saddles and Crickets: Apply Arctic Seal® self-ad- shingle at the perforations: The 10" RidgeFlex® produces
hering underlayment (or equivalent conforming to ASTM four (4) individual hip and ridge strips (see Figure 17), and the
D1970) atop chimney saddles prior to the installation of flash- 12" RidgeFlex® produces three (3) (see Figure 18). Note the
ing assemblies. seal-down strips.
Flashing for chimney saddles and crickets shall be minimum 97⁄8" 97⁄8" 97⁄8" 97⁄8"
26-gauge galvanized or stainless steel, designed to cover
the entire surface, and extend vertically 4" (102 mm) up the 251 mm 251 mm 251 mm 251 mm
chimney.
Install a bead of mastic on the edges of chimney saddles and 13¼"
crickets. Press overlapping shingle courses into the mastic to 337 mm
seal. Seal all relief BACKER
CHIMNEY cuts and corners. (See Figure
AND CRICKET 16)
FLASHINGS SEAL-DOWN

BACKER FLASHING
PERFORATIONS
SELF-ADHERED
UNDERLAYMENT 2"
INSTALLED UNDER
4" MIN.
Figure 17 - 10" RidgeFlex® Hip and Ridge Shingle
FLASHING AND FASTENERS
TURNED UP WALL POSITIONED
3" MIN. APPROXIMATELY
4" MIN. 12" O.C. 12" 12" 12"
4" MIN.
SHINGLE LINE
18" 305 mm 305 mm 305 mm
CRICKET FLASHING
13¼"
SELF-ADHERED
UNDERLAYMENT
337 mm
2"
INSTALLED UNDER
18"
SEAL-DOWN
FLASHING AND 4" MIN.
TURNED UP WALL
3" MIN.
FASTENERS
4" MIN. POSITIONED
APPROXIMATELY
4" MIN.
SHINGLE LINE 12" O.C. PERFORATIONS
NOTES:
-FOR WIDTHS MORE THAN 30", CRICKET FLASHING IS REQUIRED.
Figure
-ALL FLASHING16 - METAL
ChimneyTO BESaddle
A MINIMUMand26 Cricket
GAUGE. Flashing Applications Figure 18 - 12" RidgeFlex® Hip and Ridge Shingle
-A 1 4" - 3 4" GAP BETWEEN THE SHINGLE AND VERTICAL BEND OF ALL FLASHINGS IS
HIPS
REQUIRED. AND RIDGES
-SHINGLES HELD BACK 2" FROM BACKER OR CRICKET, BEAD OF MASTIC APPLIED Each scored strip is 13¼" (337 mm) tall and has an exposure
Factory-produced,
TO UNDERSIDE OF SHINGLES Malarkey
1"- 2" UPhip
FROMand ridgeLINE.
SHINGLE shingles are of 55⁄8" (143 mm). You will be installing these individual pieces,
recommended
-STRIP-OFF FLANGES for(RECOMMENDED)
all MalarkeyWITH shingle roofs
MINIMUM andARCTIC
6" WIDE required
SEAL.for
and all are installed sealant side up.
-ROOF COVERING, STEP AND COUNTER FLASHING OMITTED FOR CLARITY.
expanded warranty coverage. Some contractors adapt 3-tab
roofing shingles to use as hip and ridge shingles, STEEPbutSLOPE Malarkey20 Detail drawings to follow in this section show the installa-
only allows this when the
PROJECT field shingle is also a 3-tab
NAME: DATE: shingle. tion of hip and ridge shingles along a roof ridge, but hips are
SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
essentially the same. Application begins at the bottom of the
Shingles with Scotchgard
ADDRESS:
™
Protector from 3M require hip and
PROJECT NO:
DRAWING NO. : hip or from the end of the ridge opposite the direction of pre-
ridge shingles with Scotchgard Protector be installed with
™
vailing winds with a hip and ridge starter shingle.
them.
Rev. 8/22 All four of Malarkey’s
OWNER: hip and ridge shingleSUBMITTAL
typesNO.feature
:

this algae-resistant protection. RidgeFlex® Starter Shingle: Create a starter shingle by

cutting off the 55⁄8" (143 mm) exposed portion of a RidgeFlex®

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shingle strip, and use the 75⁄8" (194 mm) remainder as a starter.
(See Figure 19)

Figure 19 - RidgeFlex® Shingle Strip

for Use as a Hip and Ridge Starter Shingle

Apply the starter shingle (with seal-down strip adjacent to Figure 21 - Paint Line in Headlap Area of Shingle Is Opposite the
the roof edge) over the bottom corner of the hip or on either Exposed Portion
end of the ridge, overhanging the corner or end by ¼"- ¾"
(6-19 mm), and bending the starter shingle along its centerline Continue installing hip and ridge shingles, maintaining the
to form into place (ensure shingles are sufficiently warm to exposure of 55⁄8" (143 mm) and fastening with one nail on each
avoid cracking). side and 1" (25 mm) up from the edge so succeeding shingles
Fasten with two nails, approximately 3" (76 mm) back conceal nailheads. (See Figure 22)
from the leading edge and 1" (25 mm) up from each side.
(See Figure 20) PREVAILING
WIND
PREVAILING
WIND
7 5/8"
5 5/8"

3" FASTENER
LOCATIONS
STARTER
SHINGLE

STARTER SHINGLE
Figure 22 - Placement and Fastening of RidgeFlex® Shingles,
Maintaining the 55⁄8" Exposure
Figure 20 - Placement and Fastening of the RidgeFlex®
Starter Shingle At the end of the ridge, cut a shingle strip, and use the
55⁄8" (143 mm) exposed portion of a RidgeFlex® shingle to
RidgeFlex® Hip and Ridge Shingles: Lay the first RidgeFlex® create an end cap. Position to maintain the exposure of 55⁄8"
shingle strip on top of the starter shingle (maintaining the (143 mm), trim to fit, and set the cap in asphalt roof cement
overhang). Fasten with two nails, 1" (25 mm) more than the
PREVAILING conforming to ASTM D4586. Press down firmly to seal.
designed5exposure
5/8" and 1" (25 mm) up from each sideWIND
so suc- Should adverse conditions exist (like high winds), the end
ceeding hip and ridge shingles conceal nailheads. cap can also be face-nailed. Place two (2) nails on each
To aid installers for determining the exposed portion of a side, 1" (25 mm) back from each end, and 1" (25 mm) up
RidgeFlex® shingle, it’s manufactured6 5/8"
with a paint line in the from the sides. Cover the nailheads with a dab of sealant.
END SHINGLE
headlap SET the exposed portion. (See Figure 21)
area, opposite (See Figure 23)
IN MASTIC/SEALANT

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 correctly, fasteners should be covered by the overlying
EZ-Ridge® shingles to come, leaving none exposed.
PREVAILING
WIND
EZ-Ridge® Hip and Ridge Shingles: Apply a full-size
EZ-Ridge® shingle over the starter and overhang the end of
5 5/8" the ridge by ¼"- ¾" (6 -19 mm). Push down on the center of
the shingle and adjust to fit the pitch of roof.
END SHINGLE SET Fasten this shingle and those to follow with two (2) nails, one
IN MASTIC/SEALANT (1) on each side, ¾" (19 mm) behind the cutout (not on the
exposed part of the shingle) and ½" (13 mm) up from the side.
Continue installing EZ-Ridge® shingles across the ridge, over-
lapping each with the side cutouts of the underlying shingle,
and producing a consistent exposure of 8¼" (210 mm). Fasten
Figure 23 - Installation of RidgeFlex® Shingles; in the same manner as the first. (See Figure 25)
End Cap Set in Mastic

HIGH-PROFILE INSTALLATION (EZ-RIDGE® AND PREVAILING

EZ-RIDGE® XT HIP AND RIDGE SHINGLES) WIND
Malarkey’s EZ-Ridge® is a high-profile hip and ridge shingle
specially designed to accompany laminate and designer shin- 8 1/4"
gle applications.
Detail drawings to follow in this section show the installation
of shingles along a roof ridge, but hips are essentially the FASTENER
same. Instructions for installing along rake edges are at the LOCATIONS
end of the section.
Given the added thickness of EZ-Ridge® shingles, ensure your
fasteners are long enough to penetrate all layers and at least STARTER
¾" (19 mm) into the roof sheathing. Where the roof sheathing SHINGLE
is less than ¾" (19 mm) thick, the fasteners shall penetrate
through the sheathing.
Figure 25 - Placement and Fastening of EZ-Ridge® Shingles,
Application begins at the bottom of the hip or from the end of Maintaining the 8¼" Exposure
the ridge opposite the direction of prevailing winds with a hip
and ridge starter shingle. For the last hip and ridge shingle in the run, remove the cutout
EZ-Ridge® Starter Shingle: To create an EZ-Ridge® starter portion of an EZ-Ridge® shingle and trim the exposure portion
shingle, cut off the 8¼" (210 mm) exposure portion of the to fit or use the exposure portion of the shingle you cut earlier
shingle, and use the remaining 3¼" (83 mm) cutout portion when creating the starter.
(with sealant strip) as the starter. (See Figure 24)
Set this end cap in asphalt roof cement, maintaining the 8¼"
(210 mm) exposure. (See Figure 26)

Figure 24 - Cutting an EZ-Ridge® Shingle

to Make a Hip and Ridge Starter Shingle

Save the exposure portion because it can be used as the end

piece on the opposite end of the ridge.
Note: The longer strip on the end of an EZ-Ridge® shingle is Figure 26 - EZ-Ridge® Shingle Cut to Create an End Cap
a film strip that prevents the shingles from sticking together
while in the box they’re packaged in. It is not designed to be Should adverse conditions exist (like high winds), the end
removed. cap can also be face-nailed. Place two (2) nails on each side,
Place the EZ-Ridge® starter shingle flush to the rake at the 1" (25 mm) back from each end, and 1" (25 mm) up from the
peak, and position it so the seal-down strip is adjacent to the sides. Cover the nailheads with a dab of sealant.
roof edge. Push down on the center of the shingle and adjust Note: The end cap can also be flipped around to preserve
to fit the pitch of roof. the high-profile appearance and give a finished look to the
Fasten with two (2) nails, one (1) on each side, ¾" (19 mm) ridge. Position it to overhang the end of the ridge by ¼"- ¾"
behind the cutout and ½" (13 mm) up from the side. If installed (6-19 mm). (See Figure 27)

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 Make the surface as smooth as possible by replacing missing
PREVAILING shingles and securely nailing all buckles, raised tabs or curled
WIND shingles. Malarkey is not responsible for a potentially objec-
tionable appearance of the new surface from any irregularity in
the substrate caused by remaining roofing.
Additional ventilation should be provided, and longer nails will
8 1/4"
likely be necessary to penetrate a minimum of ¾" (19 mm)
into the roof deck or completely through plywood or OSB
SET END SHINGLE
sheathing.
IN MASTIC/SEALANT
Installing Class 3 or Class 4 impact resistant shingles over
existing roofs negates their impact resistance and will not
Figure 27 - Optional Positioning and Fastening of make them eligible for insurance discounts.
the EZ-Ridge® End Cap
FINAL NOTE
EZ-RIDGE® RAKE EDGE INSTALLATION
Instructions are the same as those above with these These instructions are meant to act as a general guide. If you
5 5/8"
exceptions: have questions about this installation or any Malarkey roofing
8 1/4" product, please contact our Technical Services Department
1. Always start at the low end of the roof. weekdays at (800) 545-1191 or (503) 283-1191, 7:00 am to
2. Have the high-profile, finished ends of EZ-Ridge® shin- 5:00 pm Pacific Time. You can also email us at:
gles in the lowest position. malarkey.technicalinquiries@holcim.com. Thank you.
3. Note: Installation with exposed nails may affect the aes-
thetic appeal of EZ-Ridge® shingles. (See Figure 28)

5 5/8"
8 1/4"

Figure 28 - Installation of EZ-Ridge® Shingles on

Rake Edges of the Roof

RE-ROOFING OVER EXISTING ASPHALT SHINGLES

For best performance and appearance, it is recom­mended old
roofing be completely removed from the deck.
When roofing over existing asphalt shingles, it is recom-
mended only 3-tab shingles be overlaid. Roofing over lam-
inates creates an irregular surface across each course that
may prevent the newly installed shingles from sealing down
properly, leaving them more susceptible to wind damage.
In some areas, building codes do not require removal of old
roofing if: 1) The existing shingles and framing will support the
workers installing the roofing, the new roof itself, and required
dead loads; and 2) The old wood deck is sound and able to
provide good anchorage for nails.

P.O. Box 17217

Portland, OR 97217-0217

Rev. 04/24
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