Roof Ventilation in Winter: Cut Condensation, Protect Timber, Lower Bills
When temperatures drop and heating goes on, roof ventilation quietly does one of the most important jobs in your home: protecting your roof from condensation, damp, and long-term damage. At Kytun, we’ve been designing and manufacturing roof ventilation systems built for Ireland’s unpredictable weather for over 35 years. Whether you’re working on a new build […]
Last Chance to Enter: “Best of the Best 2025” Slate Roofing Competition
Attention Master Roofers members: time is running out to enter CUPA Pizarras’ “Best of the Best 2025” competition! This global celebration of craftsmanship showcases the world’s finest slate roofing professionals, and entries close on 30th November 2025. Now in its fifth year, the competition recognises exceptional skill, precision, and pride in working with natural slate, […]
What is efflorescence and is it permanent?
Efflorescence is the appearance of white or grey deposits on building materials such as concrete roof tiles, block paving, clay bricks, calcium silicate bricks, mortar and concrete. Although it may appear concerning, efflorescence is cosmetic and does not impact the durability of the roof tile. The term “efflorescence” encompasses a range of phenomena, and various […]
An evolution in pitched tile roofing
Introduction Dry fix has been around for over 50 years, but it was changes to British Standards and manufacturing innovation that kick-started an evolution in pitched roofing in the United Kingdom. An evolution in Pitched tiled roofing It is no exaggeration to say there has been a significant evolution in pitched roofing over the past […]
New in-line solar PV and air permeable underlay guidance
New guidance means housebuilders can now use integrated (or in-line) solar PV together with Proctor Air®, confident that they are meeting all relevant technical requirements – including the NHBC’s 2024 Technical Standards. Backed by leading moisture experts in the UK and Europe, the guidance is also reflected in an update to Proctor Air’s BBA certificate. […]
How to install roofing battens – 4 simple steps
By Kevin Taylor When setting out roof tile battens, the correct batten sizing and spacing are important and will have a direct influence on how the tiles withstand the ingress of rainwater through capillary action – ensuring that the roof remains watertight. Batten sizing and spacing are also important for aesthetic reasons so that the tiles […]
Precision in Plastic: Why Kytun’s Roofline Components Outperform the Rest
By Terry Goodwin, Head of Operations, Kytun UK When it comes to pitched roofs, facades, and rainwater systems, the headlines tend to go to the visible details – flashy finishes, sleek cladding and solar-ready builds. But behind every well-performing roofline is a system of components working quietly, efficiently, and – if we’ve done our job […]
Storage Live Awards 2025, held on the first night of the three-day show. And what a night it turned out to be!
Hosted by the ever-charismatic Matt Baker, the awards ceremony brought together the brightest minds in solar and energy storage to celebrate innovation, resilience, and progress across the sector. With over 500 exhibitors and 20,000+ attendees at the NEC during the show, the evening was a vibrant celebration of the industry’s achievements. The Big Moment Among thirteen categories, […]
Plastic Imitations Have No Place in Conservation Rooflight Design
In the world of architectural conservation, detail is everything. The success of a heritage restoration often comes down to the careful selection of materials and products that are appropriate not just visually, but in terms of performance, longevity, and historical authenticity. And yet, in recent years, we’ve seen a troubling trend: the rise of so-called […]
Best practice for installing solar pv on slate roofs
Genius Roof Solutions explains how poor roofing practices continue to create persistent challenges within the solar industry. Genius Roof Solutions (GRS) entered the solar industry in 2011, recognizing a significant gap between solar PV installers and the roofing expertise required. At that time, many installers, primarily electricians, lacked proper roofing knowledge, leading to widespread poor […]