Overview

The Bedding Frame Economy 3.2m is a plated steel frame from the economy range, sized for ridge capping and hip bedding. The 3.2m length covers a long run with fewer joins, which speeds up the work and reduces wastage on site. The plated steel finish adds weather resistance for long term use on Australian roofs.

At 3.2m, this frame sits between the short 1.8m frames and the long 4.5m frame, and it is the length that suits a typical house ridge. Covering the run in one setup means the mortar bed stays continuous, with no step where two frames would join, and the economy price keeps the cost in line for a tool that does a straightforward job.

Key Features

• Long 3.2m length reduces join frequency
• Plated steel for strength and weather resistance
• Economical option without losing core quality
• Lightweight and easy to handle
• Suits small and large roofing projects

Specifications

• Length: 3.2m (10 feet 8 inches)
• Material: plated steel
• Finish: corrosion resistant plating
• Range: economy
• Application: ridge capping and hip bedding

Applications

• Ridge capping bedding on tiled roofs
• Hip line bedding
• Residential and commercial roofing
• Mortar beds that need a straight edge
• Typical house ridge runs done in one setup

What You Need to Complete the Job

Bed the ridge with a 20kg bag of roof tile mortar and finish with a pointing trowel and a Dunlop gauging trowel. See the Tile Roofing Tools range for more. Mix the mortar to a workable bed and keep the frame pressed to the tile line as you run the edge, bedding in short sections and moving the frame forward as each section is set so the cap sits square on the mortar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 3.2m frame used for?

It forms a straight edge for bedding mortar along ridge caps and hip lines on tiled roofs. The longer length means fewer joins and less repositioning, which makes it faster to bed a long run and gives a continuous line where a shorter frame would leave a joint.

How long is it in feet?

It is 3.2m, which is 10 feet 8 inches. That sits between the short 1.8m frames and the long 4.5m frame in the bedding frame range, and it is the size that matches a typical single house ridge.

Is the economy frame durable enough for daily work?

Yes. The plated steel body resists corrosion and outdoor exposure, so it holds up to regular site use. The economy label refers to the price point, not the material quality, so the frame keeps its straight edge through a full day of bedding.