Painting the S'chach | Sheilot

Painting the S'chach

Question

Is it permissible to paint the s'chach with waterproof paints for the decoration of the sukkah?

Answer

Hello Rabbi

It is permissible to paint the s'chach, provided that the rain can enter between the reeds.

Answered 26 February 2024 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Israel Cohen
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Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

Responsa Aleph Lecha Shlomo, Siman 364.

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