Façolution
Back
Back
Back
BackBackBack
BackBackBack
Back
BackChoosing the right tiles;
In choosing the right tiles for a pitched roof, always remember that:
The pitch of the roof affects the choice of tile; Moss always appears in gaps; Other excellent tile manufacturers exist in addition to the major brands; Concrete tiles have less environmental impact than terracotta tiles; International standards guarantee tile quality; Some tiles do not require cutting at the top of the roof which gives a better appearance; Absence of limestone in the earth ensures better resistance to frost; Interlocking tiles provide better drainage and behaviour in wind.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right accessories
In choosing the right accessories for a pitched roof, always remember that:
Not all roof structures have the same mechanical strength, the same water vapour permeability or even the same tensile strength; A ridge cap ensures sufficient ventilation, while preventing animals from entering through the ridge; High quality safety hooks enable work on the roof to be carried out in complete safety; State-of-the-art installation prevents thermal bridges and ensures good waterproofing and air tightness; A vapour barrier must be installed such as to provide full coverage and offer adequate permeability performance.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our pitched roof and accessories specialists.
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a pitched roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right cladding
In choosing the right façade cladding, always remember that:
Different finishes are available which significantly affect the installation method and the appearance; The choice of finish may require the installation of a rainscreen and supporting structure; Not all cladding materials will require the same amount of maintenance; There are materials which have high levels of mechanical strength; There are combinations of insulation/finish enabling the required Rd value to be achieved with reduced thickness; The choice of each component and how they are combined will determine how the system as a whole reacts to fire; The choice of finish will restrict or not the details that can be added to the façade; Sustainable solutions are available for a reduced environmental impact.
Do you need advice?
Choice of vapour barrier
In choosing the right vapour barrier for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of vapour barrier; There are different ways of installing a vapour barrier; The choice of and need for a vapour barrier depend on a number of factors.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right waterproofing
In choosing the right waterproofing for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different roof structures depending on the architecture, the environment, the fire performance and the functionality of the building; different types of waterproofing; different methods of waterproofing. The choice of waterproofing depends on the type of insulation and its coating.
Do you need advice?
Choosing wall copings
In choosing the right wall coping for a flat roof, always remember that:
A correctly designed and correctly positioned wall coping is essential for a waterproof roof. The same functionality can be obtained with fascias (a number of finishes are available) and correct positioning of the membrane.
Do you need advice?
Choice of protective membrane
In choosing the right protective membrane for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different benefits from the protective membrane; Different materials have different performance; Not all membrane finishes enable rainwater recovery or creation of a green roof; It is important to check whether the structure will support all the options chosen.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and protective membrane specialists
Choosing a standing seam roof
In choosing the right standing seam roof, always remember that:
Zinc has been used on roofs going back a very long time; The standing seam technique provides complete waterproofing and very good wind resistance; Zinc is particularly suitable for sustainable construction; Zinc is a very light material which means that it is easy to install and also that there is less weight on the roof timbers (which makes it easier to use in renovation work in particular); In addition to zinc, which is available in a range of finishes, there are other materials with different properties; Mosses, algae or lichen do not adhere to the roof in contrast to other materials, making it easier to maintain and more durable; Standing seam roofing can be installed in different ways.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a pitched roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our standing seam roof and insulation specialists
Choosing the right cladding
In choosing the right façade cladding, always remember that:
Different finishes are available which significantly affect the installation method and the appearance; The choice of finish may require the installation of a rainscreen and supporting structure; Not all cladding materials will require the same amount of maintenance; There are materials which have high levels of mechanical strength; There are combinations of insulation/finish enabling the required Rd value to be achieved with reduced thickness; The choice of each component and how they are combined will determine how the system as a whole reacts to fire; The choice of finish will restrict or not the details that can be added to the façade; Sustainable solutions are available for a reduced environmental impact.
Do you need advice?
Choice of vapour barrier
In choosing the right vapour barrier for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of vapour barrier; There are different ways of installing a vapour barrier; The choice of and need for a vapour barrier depend on a number of factors.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right waterproofing
In choosing the right waterproofing for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different roof structures depending on the architecture, the environment, the fire performance and the functionality of the building; different types of waterproofing; different methods of waterproofing. The choice of waterproofing depends on the type of insulation and its coating.
Do you need advice?
Choosing wall copings
In choosing the right wall coping for a flat roof, always remember that:
A correctly designed and correctly positioned wall coping is essential for a waterproof roof. The same functionality can be obtained with fascias (a number of finishes are available) and correct positioning of the membrane.
Do you need advice?
Choice of protective membrane
In choosing the right protective membrane for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different benefits from the protective membrane; Different materials have different performance; Not all membrane finishes enable rainwater recovery or creation of a green roof; It is important to check whether the structure will support all the options chosen.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and protective membrane specialists
Choosing the right slates
In choosing the right slates for a pitched roof, always remember that:
There are different sources, grades and quality in the case of natural slate. As well a natural slate, there are also fibrocement slates which have a more uniform finish.
Also ask yourself the following questions:
What is the ideal type of roofing for the region where I live? What are the climate constraints? Iron pyrite, copper pyrite, pyrrhotite: how do these affect slate quality? Is slate from Spain a guarantee of quality?
Do you need advice ?
Choosing the right accessories
In choosing the right accessories for a slate pitched roof, always remember that:
Not all roof structures have the same mechanical strength, the same water vapour permeability or even the same tensile strength; Zinc, mainly pre-patinated, is the ideal complement to roofs finished in slate; State-of-the-art installation prevents thermal bridges and ensures good waterproofing and air tightness; A vapour barrier must be installed such as to provide full coverage and offer adequate permeability performance.
Do you need advice ?
Contact one of our slate pitched roof and accessories specialists.
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a slate pitched roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure.
Do you need advice ?
Contact one of our slate pitched roof and insulation specialists.
Choosing the right cladding
In choosing the right façade cladding, always remember that:
Different finishes are available which significantly affect the installation method and the appearance; The choice of finish may require the installation of a rainscreen and supporting structure; Not all cladding materials will require the same amount of maintenance; There are materials which have high levels of mechanical strength; There are combinations of insulation/finish enabling the required Rd value to be achieved with reduced thickness; The choice of each component and how they are combined will determine how the system as a whole reacts to fire; The choice of finish will restrict or not the details that can be added to the façade; Sustainable solutions are available for a reduced environmental impact.
Do you need advice?
Choice of vapour barrier
In choosing the right vapour barrier for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of vapour barrier; There are different ways of installing a vapour barrier; The choice of and need for a vapour barrier depend on a number of factors.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right waterproofing
In choosing the right waterproofing for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different roof structures depending on the architecture, the environment, the fire performance and the functionality of the building; different types of waterproofing; different methods of waterproofing. The choice of waterproofing depends on the type of insulation and its coating.
Do you need advice?
Choosing wall copings
In choosing the right wall coping for a flat roof, always remember that:
A correctly designed and correctly positioned wall coping is essential for a waterproof roof. The same functionality can be obtained with fascias (a number of finishes are available) and correct positioning of the membrane.
Do you need advice?
Choice of protective membrane
In choosing the right protective membrane for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different benefits from the protective membrane; Different materials have different performance; Not all membrane finishes enable rainwater recovery or creation of a green roof; It is important to check whether the structure will support all the options chosen.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and protective membrane specialists
Choosing the parapet finish
In choosing the right parapet finish (wall coping) for a flat roof, always remember that:
A correctly designed and correctly positioned wall coping is essential for a waterproof roof. The same functionality can be obtained with fascias (a number of finishes are available) and correct positioning of the membrane.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and parapet finish (wall coping) specialists.
Ensuring safety
Did you know? There are a number of safety systems providing protection against fall risks (rails, safety nets, individual anchor points, lifelines, etc.).
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right roof openings
Did you know? There are a number of types of flat roof openings (domes, vaulted tunnels, smoke extractors, roof accesses, skylights, etc.).
Do you need advice?
Choice of protective membrane
In choosing the right protective membrane for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different benefits from the protective membrane; Different materials have different performance; Not all membrane finishes enable rainwater recovery or creation of a green roof; It is important to check whether the structure will support all the options chosen.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and protective membrane specialists
Choosing the right waterproofing
In choosing the right waterproofing for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different roof structures depending on the architecture, the environment, the fire performance and the functionality of the building; different types of waterproofing; different methods of waterproofing. The choice of waterproofing depends on the type of insulation and its coating.
Do you need advice?
Choice of vapour barrier
In choosing the right vapour barrier for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of vapour barrier; There are different ways of installing a vapour barrier; The choice of and need for a vapour barrier depend on a number of factors.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choice of vapour barrier
In choosing the right vapour barrier for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of vapour barrier; There are different ways of installing a vapour barrier; The choice of and need for a vapour barrier depend on a number of factors.
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right insulation and its performance
In choosing the right insulation for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different types of insulation; The choice of insulation depends on the options for installing it; There are different ways of installing insulation; Installation of insulation during renovation work gives access to a grant offered by the Regional Authority; The thermal performance of the insulation depends on the choice of other elements of the roof structure;
Do you need advice?
Choosing the right waterproofing
In choosing the right waterproofing for a flat roof, always remember that:
There are different roof structures depending on the architecture, the environment, the fire performance and the functionality of the building; different types of waterproofing; different methods of waterproofing. The choice of waterproofing depends on the type of insulation and its coating.
Do you need advice?
Choice of green roof
In choosing the right green roof, always remember that:
There are 2 types of green roof; The decision to create a green roof determines the choice of certain elements of the roof; Green roofs are one of the techniques of sustainable construction; Green roofs contribute to the environmental management of the town’s water.
Do you need advice?
Choosing parapet finishes
In choosing the right parapet finish (wall coping) for a flat roof, always remember that:
A correctly designed and correctly positioned wall coping is essential for a waterproof roof. The same functionality can be obtained with fascias (a number of finishes are available) and correct positioning of the membrane.
Do you need advice?
Contact one of our flat roof and parapet finish (wall coping) specialists.