felt

Planning on using a torch on cap sheet direct to fresh osb without using the recommended underlay...is this a bad idea? If the cap sheet is bitumen backed and therefore fully water proof and has good adhesion to the osb I'm struggling to work out what the underlay actually does...unless I'm...

Hi all, I would like to install a terminal vent (Ubbink OFT-1F) for my cooker hood onto the roof of my extension, which is built up felt. The vent has a integral plastic flange. I'm fine with cutting a hole through the roof as required but i was wondering if someone could tell me what i...

Hi all, I’m having a flat roof on an extension I am building and the area is approximately 8m x 6m - 48m2 (not taking into account the skylights) please can anyone recommend a roofing system that’s suitable for large areas such as this. It will be visible from the upstairs windows but I...

Evening all, had a look around but could not find anything that seems similar to my problem - but apologies if this is duplicating another thread. I'm looking for any advice you might have regarding me disturbing my neighbour’s questionable flat felt roof when I come to re-roof my garage. The...

Hi I've just built a log cabin and it needs fire retardant and preservative but the weather is rubbish right now. Drizzling every 30 mins as it was put up and no doubt rained over night. From what I can tell all of the wood preservers have to go on dry wood and the fire retardant too but not...

Hi, My boiler roof is leaking and the felt roof is sinking (I have attached a picture & links below) . I would like to diy however before i start on the project, i would appreciate if anyone could advice. Should i remove the felt roof and replace it or paint a sealant on it? I have a very...