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04Apr4 April 2024

Mistakes Architects Make When Designing Flat Roofs

Important Factors When Designing From The Roof Down Most architects will understand that designing a flat roof demands accurate precision to evade potential pitfalls. However, if you’re not used to rubber roofing or flat roof systems, you’re in luck. As the flat roof installation experts, we’ve included the common oversights in our guide below that plague builders in the pursuit of creating structurally sound and resilient flat roof designs. Pay particular attention to the slope. Inadequate sloping fosters water accumulation, inviting future...

By Ben

30Mar30 March 2024

4 Types of Rubber Roof Coatings

4 Types of Roof Coatings A rubber roof coating is essentially a composite made up of numerous materials. It is a protective layer applied to the roof's exterior to provide shelter to the interior of a building or dwelling. Acting as the “cherry on top,” a roof coating often extends the life of a roof, seals the roof to prevent leaks, and keeps heat out (acting as a reflective layer). Some roof coatings are better than others, as we’ll explore below with...

By Ben

19Mar19 March 2024

Factors to Consider When Choosing Roofing Material

Factors to Consider When Choosing Roofing Material If you’ve landed here, chances are you need to replace or construct a roof, which is one of the most crucial decisions any homeowner can make. The type of roof you choose affects the property's aesthetics, durability, energy efficiency, and long-term maintenance needs, not to mention the property’s resale value. So, when selecting a roofing material that will stand the test of time, you’ll need to consider factors like cost, lifespan, climate suitability, complexity of...

By Ben

19May19 May 2022

How Long Does a Flat Roof Last? | Rubber Roofing Direct

How Long Does a Flat Roof Last? A rubber roof is incredibly long-lasting and durable. The rubber used for making the synthetic rubber membrane isn't damaged by the sun's UV rays. If installed correctly, you can expect a rubber flat roof to last up to 50 years. Because an EPDM flat roof comprises durable rubber, it can withstand extreme weather conditions such as hail or snow and typical weather such as rain and strong winds. Furthermore, if the rubber membrane is ever damaged, torn,...

By Mike

19May19 May 2022

The Definitive Guide To Flat Roof Care & Repair | Rubber Roofing Direct

A brief introduction to rubber roofing Apart from DIY enthusiasts, one of the worst projects for any homeowner is how to approach flat roof repairs. Poorly installed roofing, worn felt, or damage can cause a range of serious problems in the home, including structural damage. Felt is the material of choice for many flat roofs but can deteriorate and have a limited lifespan. Rubber roofing lasts much longer, is easy to install and won’t disintegrate, tear or suffer from changes in...

By Mike

18May18 May 2021

What Is the Best Flat Roofing Material?

What are flat roofs made of in the UK? If you asked this question twenty years ago, most would say it is felt. Now, in 2021, you have a much wider variety of options when roofing a flat roof. You can choose from multiple flat roof products, such as modified bitumen, PVC roofing, EPDM, GRP, and more. Each has pros and cons, and they differ in, for example, cost, lifespan, installation complexity, or finish. It may seem difficult to choose the best flat...

By DaleRRD