Installation Instructions

StormMaster Slate General Instructions
Atlas Roofing
#11 for 130 mph High Wind Application.) Use two nails per shingle, as specified under Section
8–Fastening, with one nail on each side, 6" back from the exposed end and 1" up from the edge so
succeeding shingles conceal nail heads. Trim final shingle to fit and set in plastic cement. See
Diagram #6.
When installing ridge vents follow vent manufacturer’s instructions. The direction of the exposed
end should be away from the prevailing wind. One bundle of shingles will provide approximately 31
lineal feet of ridge coverage when applied in accordance with these instructions.
Special Design Instructions: For an enhanced appearance with Pro-Cut® Hip & Ridge, use a double
layer of shingles. Fasten in the same manner as the single layer application shown. Be sure to use
fasteners of sufficient length to penetrate through the roofing material and at least 3/4" into a
lumber deck or through a plywood deck (2" long). One bundle of Hip & Ridge shingles will provide
approximately 16 lineal feet of the double-layered enhanced ridge.
13.) RE-ROOFING OVER ASPHALT SHINGLES
Atlas does not approve re-roofing over any existing shingles when installing the StormMaster®
Slate product.
IMPORTANT: MINIMUM STANDARD SLOPE REQUIREMENT NOT LESS THAN 4 INCHES PER FOOT. LOW
SLOPE REQUIREMENT NOT LESS THAN 2 INCHES PER FOOT.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Roofing application can be dangerous. All necessary precautions and safety guidelines
should be observed in accordance with proper roofing trade practices. Every effort should be made
to keep roof traffic to a minimum. Regular roof maintenance should be performed in the cooler
parts of the day. Important Precautions: Store on flat surface. Protect from weather during storage
and on job site. Sealant protection tape is placed on the back of each shingle and does not have to
be removed before applying.
DISCOLORATION: Some shading or variations in the colors may occur due to positioning or
embedment of the granule. When asphalt shingles are packaged, they are under a certain amount
of pressure due to weight. Minor staining may occur. While in storage, they may also pick up
varying amounts of backing material used to keep the shingles from sticking together. These
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