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UKFR - ROOFING AND INSULATION SPECIALISTS
Ensure your warm deck flat roof lasts with proper installation. Our page streamlines the process, listing products in order and offering expert insights at each stage.The process begins from the lower deck of the roof and encompasses Vapour Barriers, Flat Roof Insulation, Warm Deck Insulation Fixings, Waterproofing Layers, and the essential tools for installing a top-performing warm deck roof.
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UKFR - ROOFING AND INSULATION SPECIALISTS
Ensure your warm deck flat roof lasts with proper installation. Our page streamlines the process, listing products in order and offering expert insights at each stage.The process begins from the lower deck of the roof and encompasses Vapour Barriers, Flat Roof Insulation, Warm Deck Insulation Fixings, Waterproofing Layers, and the essential tools for installing a top-performing warm deck roof.
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The first crucial element of a warm deck flat roof is the vapour barrier which is adhered to the subdeck. This must be an approved, high quality vapour barrier to prevent rot and eventual roof failure. See our top quality vapour barriers for warm flat roofs below.
Correctly installing a high-quality vapour barrier for warm flat roofs is crucial. Without it, your warm deck roof risks failure! The vapour barrier prevents the internal warm, moist air from condensing on the flat roof insulation layer. Without the vapour barrier, condensation would eventually cause dampness and rot in the warm deck roof and joists. One of the primary causes of flat roof failure is either the absence of a vapour barrier layer or incorrect installation, whether in cold deck or warm deck flat roofs.
Both vapour barriers can be adhered to using an insulation adhesive such as Insta-Stik for use with tissue faced insulation or mechanically fixed with thermally broken fixings for use with foil faced insulation.
What sets ALUTRIX and ELOTENE apart is their innovative bitumen backings, which self-heals around screws during installation. This ensures the vapour barrier remains uncompromised, unlike many other vapour barriers on the market. Don't settle for less—choose ALUTRIX or ELOTENE for superior moisture protection.
Once the vapour barrier is installed, a flat roof insulation system will need to be installed above. When insulating a flat roof, it is essential that an approved flat roof insulation board is used to prevent flat roof failure. See our approved flat roof insulation boards below.
Installing an approved flat roof insulation board is crucial to the longevity of your warm deck flat roof. Although these boards have PIR cores, they feature a higher compression ratio than standard PIR boards making them suitable for insulating a flat roof. Avoiding standard PIR insulation boards in a flat roof build up is crucial in preventing flat roof failure.
Properly securing insulation to the warm deck roof vapour barrier layer is crucial for durability. Whether you require insulation adhesive or thermally broken fixings depends on the flat roof insulation installed. See our approved warm deck insulation fixing solutions below.
Correctly securing insulation to the warm deck flat roof is paramount for the roof's longevity. The choice between insulation adhesive or warm deck insulation fixings hinges on the type of flat roof insulation boards selected.
A tissue faced flat roof insulation board can be adhered to the vapour barrier layer using an approved insulation adhesive such as our INSTA-STIK which will ensure a secure fix for years to come. For mechanically fixed systems like Rockwool Hardrock and foil-faced flat roof insulation, use thermally broken fixings to prevent thermal bridging, moisture problems, and eventual rot. Use our warm deck insulation fixings calculator to find the right tube and screw combination for your warm deck flat roof.
Following your flat roof insulation board you will need to install a flat roof waterproofing membrane. Your chosen flat roof covering will be dependent on the compatibility to your flat roof insulation board used. See our high quality flat roof coverings below including EPDM Rubber Roofing, GRP fibreglass & Liquid roofing options.
Choosing the suitable flat roof waterproofing membrane for your warm flat roof construction is crucial for long-lasting performance. That's why we offer a wide range of top-quality flat roof coverings, including EPDM, GRP fibreglass, and liquid roofing options. Unsure which one suits your warm flat roof construction? Don't worry! Contact us, and our expert team will be delighted to assist you in making the perfect choice.
EPDM warm roof coverings feature unmatched durability & versatility! Protect your warm deck flat roof for years to come with our selection, including ClassicBond, ClassicBond Pro & RESITRIX. They all have BBA Certificates and boast impressive expected lifespans of over 50 years, ensuring long-lasting performance for your warm deck roof!
As the newest roofing system to the market, PU and PMMA systems are becoming an increasingly popular flat roof waterproofing solution due to the easy installation & seamless finish! Our liquid roofing system ARBOFLEX PU boasts a 25 year BBA Certificate.
GRP fibreglass roofing is a well renowned seamless system used by many flat roofers. While it offers durability for warm roof decks, proper installation with thermally broken fixings is crucial. Without them, thermal bridging can lead to deck rot over time, causing screws to puncture the GRP warm roof construction with roof movement. Our thermal broken fixings mitigate this risk by reducing thermal bridging and potential rot. They also feature a telescopic function, allowing for movement without piercing the waterproofing layer. These fixings also minimise excess noise and creaking in flat roofs.
Find everything you will need here to complete your successful warm flat roof installation, whether using an EPDM rubber roofing, GRP fibreglass roofing or liquid roofing system.
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UKFR are industry experts in warm deck flat roofing, with over 50 years of experience. Our knowledgeable team is dedicated to ensuring all warm deck flat roof constructions are installed correctly and successfully. Our experienced customer service team are on hand to answer any questions you may have about warm flat roofing.
A warm deck flat roof is where the insulation layer is above the joists and subdeck. A warm deck flat roof is installed in the following order: subdeck, vapour barrier, insulation layer, waterproofing layer.
There are many benefits to a warm deck flat roof including cost effectiveness, reduced energy bills and when installed correctly they are very efficient at preventing damp problems associated with cold flat roofs. Warm flat roofs are also much easier to install and allow the joist space to be used for electrical wiring.
Warm deck roofs are now standard in UK construction for new builds, offering advantages over cold roofs. They allow for utilisation of the joist area for wires, downlights, or open joists, and ensure an unventilated, enclosed envelope with insulation placed above the deck. This setup preserves the integrity of the vapour barrier, unlike cold roofs. Additionally, warm deck roofs minimise thermal breaks, ensuring thermal efficiency across the entire roof space.
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