1f Roofing Felt

Retro fitting work where 1f bitumen roofing felt is used to replace a pre existing breather membrane could contravene building regulations.

1f roofing felt. Roofing felt is comprised of a base made from natural materials such as wood cellulose or synthetic ones such as fiberglass or polyester and then coated or saturated with a protective coating such as bitumen asphalt which repels water but still allows the product to breathe. Iko undertile felt reinforced slaters felts are manufactured specifically for use as an underslating beneath tiles or slates in open rafter construction. However modern breathable membranes have also taken on these traditional names making this a rather confusing area for both professionals and self builders alike. Iko undertile reinforced slaters felt is manufactured specifically for use as an underslating beneath.

Monartile 1f bituminous roofing underlay monartile 1f is a traditional underslating felt that is ideal for large or small projects with main use is on boarded roofs. Subject to stock availability if products on a 24 hours service are ordered alongside products not on a 24 hours service this may delay your whole order. Cover all nail heads with roofing mastic for long term roofing. Monartile 1f comprises of a traditional hessian reinforcement and standard bitumen with a sanded finish.

A roll of bitumen 1f felt weighs 25kgs making it necessary to use lifting equipment to get it on to a roof. Iko undertile felt is the traditional underslating complying to british standards and still favoured by many roofers. Breathable membranes and. If this felt is more than a temporary waterproofing measure apply roofing mastic using a caulking gun.

Our professional selection includes roof lights ventilation materials roof sheets and more. 1f roofing felt was traditionally known as slaters felt or sarking felt. It can also be used as a vapour retarder in built up roofing. We work with the uk s leading suppliers to bring you a wide range of roofing supplies and materials including cembrit blm and velux.

Check live branch stock. Bitumen 1f felt degrades over time as the bitumen dries out under heat. We have your needs covered from routine repairs to full roof fittings. Pull the trigger of the gun and move the nozzle around the circumference of each nail.

Although there is an increase in the use of the breathable roof membranes current building regs still allow the use of a traditional felt normally known as a ventilated roof. Iko undertile roofing felt formerly type 1f 15m x 1m roll. If you need any advice or product support on any roofing materials please do not hesitate to contact us. Iko 1f underslating felt 15 x 1m.

Hold the gun at a 45 degree angle with the nozzle pointed downwards.