Bending Metal Siding

Some metals such as steel can be heated prior to rolling to promote an elastic effect.

Bending metal siding. Rolling can produce a maximum bend of 360 degrees in most forms of metal. Your tapping should start at one end of the evolving bend. To prevent damage or unsightly dents it s best to use a rubber plastic or rawhide mallet to gently tap the metal. Simple sheet metal bender using a hand roller clamps and plywood.

Bend the metal with your mallet. Monkeys spinning monkeys by kevin macleod. Do this until it bends toward the form block and achieves your desired angle gradually and evenly. Use a rolling technique to bend sheets of metal roofing.

Use a saw or snips to cut the coiled siding to length. Align the siding s bend point with the hinged joint of the homemade brake.