Why LHC matters for public sector flat roofing
IKO PLC has been ranked as the number one supplier for traditional flat roof systems on the LHC RS5M Roofing Systems Framework.
Design out downtime: Mixed-use and commercial roofing solutions that reduce disruption on high-demand sites
Discover how IKO commercial roofing systems can help reduce disruption and safeguard uptime in high-demand mixed-use developments.
What is torch-on roofing and why is it used?
Torch-on roofing is named due to the use of an open flame torch for the application of the reinforced bitumen membrane on a flat roof.
What is considered a flat roof compared to a pitched roof?
The definition of a flat roof is guided by the pitch or the degree to which its surface deviates from the horizontal. The roof is considered flat if the pitch is less than 10 degrees. Anything above 10 degrees annotates a pitched roof. There are advantages to each of the two roof types. Pitched roofs […]
The best practices of flat roof build ups
Over the last couple of decades, we have seen a steady increase in thicknesses of insulation being used in construction. This has, however, had an impact on design in both the new build and refurbishment sector. In terms of the thermal design of a flat roof, what are the options and the best practices of […]
Rainwater outlets in flat roof design
A lot of rain is falling onto flat roofs, and from the dawning day of the flat roof, it always has done. So, the question is when dealing with the problem of flat roof drainage, why do some people still get it wrong? What do we need to consider when getting an efficient drainage system […]
Wind load on flat roofs
The calculation of wind loads on a roof is an essential part of the design process. The designer must ensure that the installed roof system is able to resist the wind load induced by a building’s geometry and location and that the correct calculation procedures are followed. The correct calculation methodology for UK Building Regulations […]
How to create efficient flat roof drainage systems
A lot of rain is falling onto flat roofs, and from the dawning day of the flat roofs, it always has done. So, the question is when designing flat roof drainage systems, why do some people still get it wrong? What do we need to consider getting an efficient drainage system to drain water off […]
Upstand requirements for flat roof design
A frequently posed question when designing flat roofs is “What upstand height do I need?” On the face of it a simple question with, one may think, a simple answer. Most of the time the simple answer is “150mm above the finished roof level”. We may give that advice but unless we probe further can […]