Do you have a low Pitched Roof?

The pitch of your roof, governs the roof covering available to you. Tiles, slates and all roof coverings have a minimum pitch they can go down to. Using a tile below its minimum pitch can cause you major problems. So, how do you get around this? Luckily there are a few options available.

 

Tile Choice:

There are several tiles on the market that have been produced specifically to accommodate low pitches.

Double Pantile – Smooth Faced

• A double Pantile in a smooth finish will allow you to achieve a pitch of 15° or higher.
• Please see link: https://www.wienerberger.co.uk/product-range/roof/double-pantile-rustic.html

Marley Mendip 12.5 Double Pantile

• This is a relatively new tile to the market. Produced by Marley to achieve a lower pitch. As the name suggests, the Marley Mendip 12.5 allows you to go as low as 12.5° whilst keeping the appearance of a normal double pantile.
• Please see link: https://www.marley.co.uk/roof-tiles/concrete-roof-tiles/mendip-double-pantile

Sandtoft 20/20

• A small interlocking tile produced by Sandtoft. Once laid, the 20/20 will give you the appearance on a plain tile effect. Whereas a normal plain tile has a minimum pitch of 35° the 20/20 will allow you to go down to 15°
• Please see link: https://www.wienerberger.co.uk/product-range/roof/2020-flanders.html

Crest G10

• With a covering capacity of only 10 tiles per square metre, this allows the G10 Flat Clay Roofing Tile to be installed very economically. This tile allows you to go to pitch of 10°.
• Please see link: https://crest-bst.co.uk/products/view/g10-flat-clay-roofing-tile

Redland Regent

• Regent tiles are characterised by their high, bold roll profile, creating a striking and unique effect on the roof. They are available in a wide range of colours to suit all roof types. In addition, the Regent can be laid at pitches as low as 12.5°
• Please see link: https://redland.co.uk/products/profile-range/regent

Redland Cambrian Slate

• Cambrian Slates embody the beauty and character of natural slate. Made in Wales from over 60% recycled Welsh slate, Cambrian tops the range in both looks and performance and has a proven track record even on pitches as low as 15°. Whilst light in weight, Cambrian's unique three point fixing makes it suitable for even the most exposed sites.
• Please see link: https://redland.co.uk/products/slate-range/cambrian-slate

 

Membrane:

Klober Permo Extreme

• Permo Extreme is perfect for roof pitches as low as 12.5°. The fitted self-adhesive strips provide water tightness and strong protection against winds. However, you will need to bare in mind that you will need to counter batten when using this product.
• This membrane also has a Butylon tape to pair alongside the felt. The Butylon tape should be laid on top of the membrane and underneath where the battens are due to be fixed - it is essential that the batten nail passes through the tape to avoid water tracking through.
• Please see link: https://klober.co.uk/product/pitched-roofing/membranes/permo-extreme

 

Accessories:

Easy Slate

• The patented Easy Slate System provides a unique solution enabling slates to be installed on any roof with a pitch as low as 12°. This opens up many opportunities for slate roofs in domestic, commercial and heritage properties. A small plastic strip acts as a weather channel, allowing any slate to be used at a pitch as low as 12°. Significantly lower than what can be achieved with out this product.
• A 40 Year supplier guarantee is given with this product providing you use the Permavent dry felt and tape.
• Please see link: https://www.permavent.co.uk/products/easy-slate/

Plain Easy

• The patented Plain Easy System provides a unique solution enabling plain tiles to be installed on any roof with a pitch as low as 17.5°. This opens up many opportunities for tiled roofs in domestic, commercial and heritage properties. A plastic tray acting as a weather barrier allows you to use plain tiles as low as 17.5° Significantly lower than what can be achieved with out this product that has a standard minimum pitch of 35°. (with handmade plain tiles and reclaimed plain tiles you would need to consult us prior to ensure compatibility.)
• A 40 Year supplier guarantee is given with this product providing you use the Permavent dry felt and tape.
• Please see link: https://www.permavent.co.uk/products/plain-easy/