How to Use Hambleside Danelaw Hub
Since the launch of the Hambleside Danelaw Hub 18 months ago, both contractors and merchants alike have benefitted from the learning courses available on the platform. Since its inception, new courses have been added, covering both underlays and tile ventilators; with more being developed for release this year. So what is the Hub? An easy-to-use […]
Condensation in the roof space
The recent cold weather has made condensation issues in the home, particularly in the roof space, more obvious. This article explains why there is condensation in the roof space and what can be done about it. Moisture that is generated in the home can manifest in two ways. Visible condensation/moisture can be seen, for example, […]
Protecting & Cleaning Lead on Your Roof
Lead flashing is a material used to waterproof roof areas where joints or transitions exist. Over time, exposure to moisture can cause the buildup of lead carbonate, a white, powdery substance, which can result in unsightly marks on the roof and flashing. To prevent this, patination oil can be applied to the flashing as a […]
Manthorpe eaves ventilation article
It is estimated that 40% of greenhouse gas emissions in the UK comes from buildings, with 14% of this coming from the housing stock of 28 million homes. Heating and powering buildings currently accounts for 40% of the UK’s total energy consumption. In June this year, changes to Building Regulations will come into effect which […]
Choosing The Right Roof Tile Underlay
The selection of roof tile underlay may be based on many considerations including ease of handling and forming the correct amount of drape, wind zone suitability and of course cost. It is the wind zone suitability where there is still some misunderstanding and confusion as this is less straightforward than simply the geographical location. Product […]
Arranging necessary equipment quickly and easily
Getting the right equipment for the job can be a frustrating and time-consuming business, time of the roof is precious, running around, chasing quotes, filling in paperwork, opening accounts isn’t something you have time to do! Our handy App – Trade Plant Hire sits on your phone and does the heavy lifting for you, its […]
The Truth About Dry Verge Systems
Alicia Garfoot, Products & Systems Design Technician at Wienerberger Over the last 20 years we have seen a rise in the popularity of dry fix systems, with the lion’s share of the roofing market now dominated by these systems. Ridge, hip, valley and verge roof systems all come under the “dry fix” umbrella. All of these dry fix systems […]
The Evolution of the Clay Pantile
Simon Button, Roof Category Manager at Wienerberger The Clay Pantile has progressively evolved over the years and there are now many options to consider when choosing a tile. Each variation has its benefits, whether it’s recreating a traditional look with a weathered appearance to blend in seamlessly to the surrounding area, or the clean and […]
The importance of specifying and installing quality dry verge systems
When BS 8612 published, the UK roofing industry finally got a British Standard for its dry fix roofing products. Prior to this, dry fix products had been used in the UK for over 40 years, but their design, manufacture and installation had been largely unregulated. There are many advantages to dry fix, such as being […]
Supporting the roof builders of the future
Our local communities have always been important to us and for several years now Wienerberger has had a relationship with Leeds College of Building (LCB), Roof, Slater & Tiling, Apprenticeship Programme. Every year their 1st year students visit our Broomfleet site for an educational tour allowing the learners to see how the tiles and ridges […]