Gravel stop

gravel stop

[′grav·əl ‚stäp] (building construction) Metal flashing placed at the edge of a roof to prevent gravel from falling off.

Gravel stop

A continuous band of bent sheet metal with a vertical or sloped projection that prevents gravel on a built-up roof from falling off.

gravel stop, gravel strip, slag strip

gravel stop A flange, usually of a metal strip, used to prevent gravel or loose surfacing from washing off a roof; may also provide a finished edge for built-up roofing.