How to Waterproof Your Garden Shed: EPDM Rubber Roofs Made Easy For many of us, our shed takes pride of place in our garden, and we spend many hours tinkering with gadgets and fixing tools in it. For some, it’s a home away from home; if we want a bit of undisturbed time, we head down to the garden shed and enjoy a little peace and quiet.If the shed is damp, smells of mould, and has a leaky roof, it won’t...
Why EPDM Rubber Membranes Beat Traditional Felt for Flat Roofs Felt roofing has been a popular option for many years, and it has been the material of choice for many flat roofing projects for several reasons. Although it is durable, water-resistant and affordable, it can also cause numerous problems. Felt roofs are not the safest roof covering that you can work with; from highly flammable materials through to working with hot tars as well as the harmful fumes generated during installation,...
Top 10 Tips for Rubber Roofing Installers While a competent DIYer can install some of the more straightforward rubber roofing systems, many installations require the skills of a professional. If you are a company that installs rubber roofing for your clients, this blog will offer some great tips and advice from a rubber roofing specialist who has worked in the industry for over 12 years. Find an installer. You may think that a simple set of tools is sufficient to install rubber...
EPDM Rubber Roofing - The Year-Round Roofing Solution Most people replace their old flat roofs in the summer as the chance of getting rained on mid-way through the job is less. Unfortunately, it tends to be the winter months when people experience a sudden failure in their flat roofs and end up with water pouring through. This is usually due to water finding its way into small cracks in the existing brittle bitumen surface, freezing and expanding, which finishes them off...
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...
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...
How to Clean A Rubber Roof It's not without good reason that rubber is a popular choice for commercial and residential roofs across the world. It is durable and long-lasting, and to make matters even better, EPDM roofing is relatively cheap. rubber is commonly used for roofing and in vehicles or garden products.You'll also be happy to know that when the time comes to replace the old rubber roof, 100% of the synthetic rubber can be reused. However, that's not all...
Causes Of Roof Damage Many homeowners aren't proactive about roof maintenance; it isn't until standing with a bucket in hand, cursing, and water dripping that they wish they hadn't neglected it. It can't be stressed enough that if ignored, roof damage can cause more significant problems in the future and result in considerable costs. If you deal with the issue in time, it might save you thousands of pounds and all the inconvenience it may cause you and your family. Once you...
Choosing the Right Roofer: A Complete Guide for UK Property Owners The UK is known for its inclement weather; on average it rains around 150 days a year in the UK. There's nothing more depressing or frustrating than a leaky roof. This is why, as a property owner, you need to do your homework before you choose a roofing company or contractor. If you hire someone who does a poor job, you'll end up with leaks and expensive repairs in the...
