Nail the vent material to the furring strips.
Slate roof vent installation.
Install ridge slates and flashings in the same manner as installing slate hips except ridge joints should be caulked.
You will need longer nails when installing ridge slates over vent material.
The slate book how to design specify install and repair a slate roof.
You need to know the name and location of the actual quarry.
That s important because some quarries have better reputations and warranties.
Specifically designed for slate roofing this vent system provides a quick and easy solution for a vented cap with a nailable surface for installing slate over the ridge.
In this case 2 5 inch copper roofing nails were used.
Hinged ridge vent details.
8 things to know about a slate roof installation.