Clearview National October 2016 - Issue 179 | Page 62
SOLIDROOFS&CONSERVATORIES
Fit more, earn more
UltraRoof380 from Ultraframe is a great looking, fast-fit, thermally efficient,
replacement tiled roof that can incorporate full rectangular glass panels. The simple,
lightweight, tiled roof is perfect for replacing an old tired conservatory roof in one day.
»»THIS STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
demonstrates how UltraRoof380’s three simple
components make it extremely light and easy
to install, faster than any other solid roof onto
existing frames…
Step 3
Step 1
Step one: UltraRoof380 typically only
weighs 38kg per square metre. As a result, the
roof can be supported on frames, masonry
or Loggia columns. The box beam has an
unsupported span up to 4m, enabling you to
fit bi-folds or any other glazing combination
without a lintel. You can fit the box beam to
out-of-square bases, centralising the box beam
to balance the depth of the soffit before fixing
to the frames, or to masonry, with straps. Ask
for Ultraframe’s survey guide for advice on
how to deal with masonry, box gutters, cutouts and other building detailing.
‘extremely light and
easy to install’
Step 2
Step two: Once the box beam is in place
you can begin work on roof framework. First
you’ll need to fix the ridge hanger, ridge and
hip supports. The ridge should be checked
to ensure it is level and then supported by
timbers or acrow props during the build.
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Step three: If your Ultraroof380 features
glazing there’s a slightly different build-up
option at this point, but the installation guide
explains this clearly. For an unglazed roof
you’ll be fitting the roof panels next. The roof
panels hook into the ridge and rest on the box
beam. The roof really begins to take shape
now. Every roof design works on the same
installation pattern so you’ll always be working
from the host wall, inserting the panels in
pairs. At this stage the panels only need to be
laid into position. Once everything is in place
the panels can be securely fixed into position
through pre-drilled holes in the box beam and
hip framework.
Step 5
Step five: UltraTiles are pre-cut and labeled.
Layout diagrams are provided to ensure you
get them in the right position. There are
12 tiles to each sheet. They interlock with
each other so installation requires relatively
few screws. This saves you time and money,
enabling you to complete the job more
quickly. Once your roof is tiled, it’s the simple
job of installing the glazing using knock in
glazing caps, if your roof design requires it.
‘Every roof design
works on the same
installation pattern so
you’ll always be working
from the host wall’
Step 4
Step four: The next stage of the Ultraroof380
installation involves fitting the OSB panels
and self-adhesive waterproof membrane. All
the OSB panels come with tongue and groove
edges so they’ll fit together nice and securely.
The OSB panels are screwed to the counter
battens that are pre-fitted to the roof deck,
this provides ventilation for the roof space
enabling it to perform in the most taxing
environments. The waterproof membrane is
applied at the bottom of each slope, with the
next layer overlapping the first. In the unlikely
event of water finding its way under the tiles
it will not penetrate the roof but will simply
drain into the gutter.
Step 6
Step six: Slide in and position the glass
panels. Attach and clip-fit the glazing end
profile. Screw fix internal and external ridge
caps, which form a double weatherproof seal.
Finally clip-fit the glazing caps and hip caps
around the roof. UltraRoof380 can be fitted
quickly and easily. An installation guide and
layout dimensions are provided with each roof
to ensure you get it right first time.