What is the laid weight of IKOslate?
Each piece of IKOslate is 425mm x 286mm and weighs 0.57kg.
How do you prevent moss from damaging your roof?
The first step to take in preventing moss growth on your roof is to try increase the amount of sunlight it gets. Although this could be difficult with the typical UK weather, you can aid the process by trimming overhanging tree branches that cast constant shadows on the roof. All debris such as leaves and […]
What is the difference between IKOpro Synthaprufe Original and IKOpro Synthaprufe Trade?
Both IKOpro Synthaprufe Original and IKOpro Synthaprufe Trade are blended bitumen emulsion and synthetic rubber latex, and, subject to correct detailing, can be used as damp proofing solutions. Only IKOpro Synthaprufe Original carries 3rd Party Accreditation, covering an additional use for below ground tanking systems designed to conform to the requirements of BS8102:2009.
Why do I need to waterproof a car park?
Car parks offer the simplicity of leaving your car somewhere that should be safe and secure, but in order to keep the actual structure safe, secure, and waterproof the build-up and structures are far from simple. As they are high level trafficked areas, car park decks (especially the top deck and open areas) can be […]
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 […]