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Internal Preparation
Making the Opening
Fixing the Frame
Making the Frame Watertight
Fixing a Slate Flashing
Fixing a Tile Flashing
Troubleshooting/FAQ's
Internal Preparation Steps 7-13  

Removing Insulation

When removing insulation, if present, be sure to take appropriate precautions by wearing a safety mask and, if necessary, goggles.

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Removing a rafter

If it is necessary to remove a rafter, it is important that you consider the structural implications of doing so. If you are uncertain, it is recommended that a professional opinion be sought before proceeding further.

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The bigger picture

It is better to remove the surrounding area of boarding so that you can see the big picture.
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Cutting the rafter

Be sure to support the area below where you are cutting the rafter...
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Locate rafters

... and secure support beneath the top of the rafter.
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Rafter edge

You can then mark out, cut and remove the timbers.
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Rafter edge

Frame out the prospective opening to the correct height and width...
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... remembering to allow enough height for the reveals to splay back at the correct angle.

Splayed opening explanation.

Internal Preparation Steps 7-13
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