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Flat Roof Systems

  • 27-05-2009 11:05pm
    #1
    wardwil
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 67 ✭✭


    Hi All,

    I am just about to do a flat roof for a balcony on the back of the house. What is the best way to do this. Should it be bitumen with a lead flashing?

    Any help on this would be appreciated as I don't want to mess it up. Thanks


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  • #2
    Poor Uncle Tom
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,547 ✭✭✭✭Poor Uncle Tom


    I'm afraid your post doesn't make sense. Bitumen is not a finish for a flat roof. Lead flashing...yes if it is needed at upstands of where the balcony meets a wall, etc., The right type of finish for the roof will depend on the shape, area and orientation of the balcony. eg., an upside down type flat with a finish in paving slabs might be good but wont suit a north facing balcony or a small area. Synthetic skin finish is good but will the balcony be taking any point loads or furniture?, this type of roof won't suit that.

    I think you should ask around and get a good Architect/AT/Engineer with experience and get their advice, hands on. There's plenty of us out there..:)


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