Ridge Tiles On A Roof

Mortar weakens with age and exposure to the elements the freeze thaw cycle and combined with high winds may cause ridge tiles to loosen.

Ridge tiles on a roof.

The top of pitched slate and tiled roofs i e. This should be the final step in the process of installation. It is primarily used on flat tile profiles or slate roofs and can be fitted with our dry ridge systems or mechanically fixed and bedded with mortar in accordance with bs5534. Gaf timbertex royal slate double layer hip and ridge cap roofing shingles 20 lin.

We offer a small range of ridge dragons gargoyles and finials on angled and half round ridge tiles to suit most roofs. Cedar shakes shingles. The universal angle ridge tile is suitable for use on both the ridge and hip of the roof. We ve arranged our products into handy categories from concrete and clay ridge tiles and hip tiles to flexipoint flexible pointing compound so you can quickly locate what you need.

The ridge is usually sealed by ridge tiles which sit astride the apex and overlap onto the roof covering on both sides. Then attach the top course tiling battens over the brackets. If you need some assistance before placing your order or advice on roof ridge tiles give our friendly customer service. Our huge range of ridge and hip tiles and accessories help you achieve a perfect finish.

Per bundle 30 pieces model 0847695 50 05 bundle 50 05 bundle free delivery. Please also see our reclaimed finials for second hand ridge roof dragons and ridge roof finials. Gaf timbertex amber wheat double layer hip and. Ridge tiles bear the brunt of the elements and are more susceptible to damage than all other tiles on your roof.

After you have completed the fields that is the broad surfaces of the roof you will need to cap the tops with special ridge tiles. Before fixing the top course tiling batten fix the ridge batten brackets to each rafter where needed. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Install the ridge tiles.

Concrete clay roof tiles. Two commonly used profiles for ridge tiles are half round and angular. These are rounded and depending upon design can either be laid out end to end or in an overlapping style.