Welcome to Roofing Supplies 4U
Here at Roofing Supplies 4u we stock a large amount of Roofing Products all supplied from the UK’s leading Manufacturers.
Roofing Felt and Materials for all Flat and Pitched Roofs
We provide information for a large range of pitched and flat roof materials such as breathable felt, underlays, bitumen, fibre glass roofing, new roof tiles / reclaimed roof tiles and glass reinforced plastic trims, as well as a huge range of nails and fixings allow each job to be completed using the very best products available to the roofing industry. Taking into consideration building regulations and sustainability, each of our product ranges offer the most suitable solutions for a wide range of applications on new-builds and refurbishment projects.
Roofing Tools and much more!
Our collection of roofing tools is sure to meet your needs, consisting of Trowels, hammers, nail guns, blow torches and utility knives, they will all lend their unbeatable quality to assist in providing a professional finish. All of our products originate from renewable sources (wherever possible) and we offer a selection of second hand reclaimed roof tiles, to further reduce the environmental impact of the building industry. Our range of Whitesales Domes/Roof lights and Velux windows are perfect for allowing light travel around a building.
Flat Roofing
Flat roofs aren’t what they used to be – the old felt that bubbled and cracked after a few years has been replaced by materials that’ll last decades if fitted correctly. Each type works better for different jobs, whether you’re covering a domestic garage, an extension, or a commercial building.
The main thing with any flat roof is good preparation and making sure water drains away. Even a “flat” roof needs a slight fall, or ponding water will cause problems.
Pitched Roofing
Slate and tile roofing still covers most UK houses – done right, these roofs last a century or more. Whether you’re restoring a period property with natural slate or fitting modern concrete tiles on a new build, the specification matters.
Natural slate has that classic look, though it costs more than most alternatives. Spanish and Welsh slate are common, each with their own character. Concrete tiles have improved a lot – some modern interlocking systems keep water out well whilst being cheaper.
Low-pitched roofing is becoming more common with modern extensions where people want maximum ceiling height inside whilst keeping the external profile low. These roofs need careful waterproofing – you can’t use standard tiles below a certain pitch, so you need specific low-pitch tiles or move into flat roofing territory. Getting the detailing right around valleys, abutments, and flashings makes the difference between a roof that performs well and one that’s a constant headache.
Roofing Insulation
Insulation isn’t just about heating bills – it’s required under current Building Regulations. The standards keep getting tougher, which is good for comfort and running costs, but means you need thicker insulation than you might have used a decade ago.
Flat roofs need rigid insulation boards that sit above the deck and support the waterproofing layer. PIR (polyisocyanurate) boards give you the best thermal performance for the thickness, which helps when you’re tight on height. You need to get the U-value right – that’s the measure of how much heat passes through – and you’re aiming for 0.18 W/m²K or better for most applications.
Tiled Roofing
Tiled roofing is still one of the most common type of roofing for homes in the UK. When deciding on your roofing options, the most commonly recommended roofing types are available in three types of materials. These materials are clay, concrete, and slate. These types of roofing materials can last even up to 100 years. There are a variety of options available for your roofing tiles making it suitable for any type of building.
Concrete tiles have greatly evolved over the years. In the past, wooden tiles were often regarded as being quite boring, and some even went as far as to say that some versions would lose their color over time. Nowadays, the market is full of longer lasting and higher quality concrete tiles. So much so that some version will even rival wooden tiles. It is also known that tiles will interlock and are generally cheaper, making them an easy install for most. The concrete tiles that are most popular appearances are as follows: pantiles, and planks, and some of the newer versions that are made to look like modern flat interlocking designs.
Commercial Roofing
Most commercial buildings are flat roofed because of the cost-effectiveness involved with roofing large areas. Depending on the building type and the budget, the building’s expected lifespan, and other factors, you could be looking at single-ply membranes, built-up felt roofing systems, or even a liquid-applied coating. There is a time and place for every roofing system. What works for a refitted office block may not work for a factory with heavy plant equipment on the roof.
The majority of industrial and agricultural buildings use metal roofing. There are many systems that may work best for your building, including standing seam systems, composite panels, and profiled sheeting. With metal, one advantage is the speed of installation. When trying to make a building weather-tight, that is essential. There is also a fully composite panel which uses metal skin over foam insulation. This also simplifies the build up and provides decent thermal performance.