From fantastic affordability and strength to attractive style and aesthetics, felt roofing shingles offer a variety of benefits that make them ideal for a countless number of projects.

Shingles are some of the most versatile roofing materials on the market. They’re simple to install, come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and materials and can be used on virtually any kind of building. They can be installed onto roofs with pitches up to 90°. Slate hooks are common across Europe to fix natural slate roofs, offering a secure and versatile alternative to nails. Due to being secured at four points by four different hooks, these slate hooks are highly effective for wind resistance. The hooked edge at the bottom stops the tile from sliding down, it is supported from turning by the hooks on their side, and the hook at the head secures it to the batten. Repair Fixings Often we even have free offers on across our Log Cabins and other garden buildings and structures, look out for them!Traditionally, straw thatch was repaired piecemeal and only fully overcoated when necessary. Local thatch types Metal shingles are rapidly growing in popularity thanks to their many unique advantages. They provide excellent strength and durability despite their light weight and come with a 50 year guarantee. Thanks to the wide range of finishes available such as ember and charcoal, you can achieve the aesthetic of traditional tiles without the hassle of maintaining them. What’s more, metal shingles can be installed onto roofs with pitches as low as 10°, making them suitable for almost any roofing project. Roof Shingle Shapes Brands like Katepal, IKO, Cembrit, and Roofing Superstore’s own brand offer a range of designs, shapes and finishing colours and textures. Katepal’s range of bitumen felt shingles boasts 2 styles and a selection of single colours and blended colours for an authentic tiled finish. The exceptional strength and longevity of metal shingles means that manufacturers offer some of the best guarantees on the market, with 40-year warranties not unheard of. This makes them an excellent choice for homeowners that are concerned about roof repair and maintenance, and are eager to avoid this for their new roof. A good quality slate roof can be expected to last longer than most other roof coverings, typically they will last over 100 years if it doesn't suffer any physical damage. However, time and weather will leave their mark on a slate roof and slates can become damaged or loose:

If you only need to repair a small area of your slate roof, we offer the Hall hook slate repair fixings kit. The Hall hook will leave you with a professional, neat repair that is fail-safe and invisible once complete. Unlike many slate repair methods and plastic alternatives, these hooks are durable, time-efficient, and the perfect answer to everyday roofing problems. Copper Slate Straps

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The material used to cover old roofs varies widely depending on where you live and can provide clues to the age of your house. Safety: When working on a roof, always use scaffolding or a suitable tower to ensure personal safety, never work from just Felt shingles are the most popular variety, and the traditional choice for residential projects. They can be used as both a roofing material and as cladding. Felt roofing shingles are an excellent choice for garden buildings, as they’re weatherproof and easy to fix onto a wooden surface. What’s more, felt shingles are highly flexible and lightweight, making them super easy to work with. They’re simple to install, whether you’re a roofing professional or handy homeowner. Cedar Aesthetics: Available in a range of styles, colours, and textures, felt shingles give you the freedom to create the perfect aesthetic for you. Basecoats can be extremely old and can be an important part of your house’s archaeology so we recommend keeping the lower layers where possible. You may need permission to remove a basecoat completely, especially if your home is listed. Before re-thatching, you should get advice – refer to the section on getting help, advice and permissions below.