Roof finishes
The following CPD materials have been assessed and approved by the RIBA.
This CPD presentation guides the architect through the specification process step-by-step, from understanding the various types of roof deck to the most suitable waterproof membranes, as well as the considerations required to offer a complete flat roof specification to meet the current Building Regulations using the best combination of materials. The presentation contains a blend of photographs, isometric details and case studies.
Polyglass (GB) Ltd (part of the Mapei Group) is one of the world's foremost manufacturers of high performance roofing membranes and insulation systems, with manufacturing bases and offices in Italy, the USA, Romania and the UK. Its products are manufactured to ISO 14001 and many have been assessed by organisations such as BBA, Exova Warrington and Factory Mutual. Its range includes bituminous and single ply membranes, as well as thermal insulation products.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 50-60 minutes
The CPD seminar provides an understanding of how the Building Regulations impact roof design. It highlights structural safety (Approved Document A), prevention of moisture (Approved Document C) and thermal efficiency (Part L) considerations. Specifiers may also learn how roof design is influenced by British Standards such as recent revisions to BS 5534, identifying changes to fixing, mortar bedding and underlays.
Marley Eternit is a leading manufacturer of roofing and façade materials and design solutions. It offers practical, experienced support in many useful ways, from delivering urgent samples to where they are needed, to providing solutions to help specifiers achieve their vision, and from supplying NBS clauses, BIM objects or CAD drawings, to answering questions on any roofing or façade-related issue.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: 45 minutes
This presentation covers an often-overlooked aspect of roof tiling and slating: their fixing. Looking at the many factors that can affect the fixing integrity of a roof, from the UK climate to the proximity of other buildings or open spaces, it then considers the design of the building itself.
A roofing specialist for nearly 100 years, Redland is part of the worldwide Braas Monier Building Group. Redland’s range of tiles, slates, renewable energy systems, fittings and accessories – combined with its market-leading technical support services – enable it to deliver total pitched roofing solutions that can be relied upon.
Approximate duration excluding time for questions/answers: one hour