The Ideal Diy roofing material 

In the current economic climate a lot of householders are looking at ways to improve or repair their properties as economically as possible. All building trades over the years change and roofing is no exception. What was once the domain of only fully trained craftsmen is now within the abilities of the average Diyer. Flat roofs are no longer leaky, high maintenance additions to a property. 

As one of the easist of the single ply membranes on the market Laying "One Piece" EPDM is fairly straightforward to do. As long as you can use basic hand tools you should have no problems. Tools required are Paint rollers, disposable paintbrushes, scissors, disposable gloves and a stiff broom.

EPDM in large sheets and can become quite heavy. A 6m x 3m (20' x 10')sheet will weigh approx. 25Kg. Once laid out though it can be pulled round into place fairly easily. 

Can EPDM  be used to cover my old roof ?

EPDM can be laid over various roof coverings, the most common being either Orientated Strand Board (OSB or Sterling board) or Plywood. Either is suitable. OSB comes with one side treated to make it water repellant and this face should be laid down with untreated side face up.

EPDM can be laid over most roof coverings i.e. old felt, concrete, fibreglass buit if laying EPDM over anything other than timber then please ring for advice, it can be done but requires different adhesives.

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