What is a single point guarantee?
Single point guarantees are often preferred by specifiers and building owners, as the responsibility for all the elements of the guarantee, including workmanship defects, material quality/performance issues and design input, is placed with the product manufacturer. If there is a problem with the roof during service, the client has only to call the manufacturer to […]
Can you provide thermal insulation guidance?
The roofing works to be carried out will need to comply with the requirements of Building Regulations 2000, Part L (Revision October 2010) in England & Wales, or The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004, Section 6 of the Building Standards Technical Handbook in Scotland. The calculation of thermal transmittance, or U-Values, for a roof is controlled […]
Can IKO enertherm cavity wall PIR insulation be used as full fill insulation with no residual cavity in masonry external wall?
Yes, IKO enertherm Cavity Wall PIR Insulation can be used in masonry external walls. However, there should always be a 50mm residual cavity. Never use as full fill insulation.
What is the BRE Green Guide?
The Green Guide is part of BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method) and is an accredited environmental rating scheme for buildings. It was first published in 1996 and today contains more than 1500 specifications used in various types of building. The Green Guide’s aim is to provide specifiers with a simple ‘guide’ to the environmental impacts […]
Can IKO Armourglass Slate Grey Square Shingles be installed onto an existing felt roof which is in good condition?
On the basis that a roof is at or above 15 degrees, it is not good practice to overlay existing roof systems. Even those that appear to be in good condition, may have suffered moisture ingress in the past and affect the life expectancy of the new shingle system. On a practical level, lap build […]
What is CIF (Conditions Improvement Fund) for academies?
The CIF is capital funding that academies and sixth-form colleges can apply for each year, which is approved by the EFA (Education Funding Agency). What is it for? Keeping academy and sixth-form college buildings safe and in good working order, addressing the issues with significant consequences that revenue or Devolved Formula Capital (DFC) funding cannot […]
What is the minimum upstand height required for a single-ply roof?
The requirement of a 150mm waterproofing upstand is fundamental to reliable detailing. However, working with building insurers and the residential sector, SPRA is aware of the requirement for unimpeded access to balconies and roof-level terraces in many designs. In this situation only, the requirement has been reduced to 75mm at the opening, provided that the […]
What are the maintenance recommendations for IKO Armourplan and IKO Spectraplan roofing systems?
General Roof maintenance, as with any part of the building, is essential in order to comply with the waterproofing system guarantee and to ensure maximum performance and life expectancy. Access Access to the roof must only be allowed under supervision of the Building Manager or the person responsible for building maintenance. All personnel given permission […]
How long can I expect my IKO Armourplan or IKO Spectraplan roofing system to last?
IKO Armourplan and IKO Spectraplan roofing membranes are independently tested and accredited by the British Board of Agreement (BBA); and have a service life in excess of 30 years. However, if correctly maintained, a longer life span is expected and IKO have existing Armourplan roofs over 40 years old that are still in service.
Can IKO Polymeric provide a specification for the most suitable roofing system for my project?
Yes, IKO Polymeric can provide a project specific specification based on the site and project specific requirements. The specification covers the entire roof construction from structural deck to the waterproofing, and can include thermal, acoustic, wind loading, and specific detailing requirements. Please contact your local Business Manager for this service.
