Rust around the screws is one of the most common problems on corrugated metal roofs. It often starts small, with a few orange spots or streaks. Left alone, it can lead to leaks, loose fixings and sheets that start to lift. The good news is that most of it can be...
You can, but there's a right and a wrong way to do it. Box profile sheets are tough once they're fixed down, but step in the wrong place and you'll dent the sheet. Go up without the right precautions and you're putting yourself at risk. Here's what you need to know...
Steel roofing and cladding sheets are the trusted solution for farmers upgrading and renovating their barns, sheds, stables, outbuildings and other structures. Whether you’re renovating an ageing structure or building new, steel offers a combination of strength,...
You’re standing below your steel roof, looking up at years of accumulated grime, moss patches or mysterious stains that seem to get worse every month. Whether it’s agricultural residue from livestock buildings, industrial fallout from nearby factories or simply the...
Standing in the builders’ merchant looking at rows of different roof sheets made of different materials, you’re faced with a bewildering array of choices. Steel, aluminium, fibreglass, polycarbonate – each promising different benefits and sporting...
You’ve measured twice, ordered your steel roofing sheets, and they’ve arrived on site. Then reality hits: that chimney penetration isn’t quite where the plans showed it, the gable end needs a custom angle cut, or you’ve discovered an unexpected...
When it comes to metal roofing, it’s important that every installer and homeowner understands steel roof sheet expansion. Although steel is a strong and durable material, it’s not immune to temperature changes and like all metals, it will contract and...
Installing steel roofing sheets doesn’t have to be time-consuming. With the right planning, tools and techniques, roofing crews and DIYers alike can speed up the installation process without sacrificing quality and durability. In this article, we’ve...
When it comes to working at height, it’s important that you take into account all the proper safety measures to limit the possibility of a minor or serious accident from occurring, and that goes for both DIY home work as well as professional contract work....